Waheed Amir, Sr. Full Stack Developer | Python/Django Developer |Web/Data Scraping | Scrapy, Selenium

About

I'm a Senior Software Engineer with over 6 years of hands-on experience building scalable backend systems, designing web scraping pipelines, and developing data-driven applications. I specialize in Python development with frameworks like Django, Flask, and FastAPI, and have a solid background in data engineering, automation, and microservices architecture. I’ve led teams, managed sprints, and implemented efficient scraping solutions using tools like Scrapy, Selenium, and Octoparse. My work spans from building real-time REST APIs to architecting data pipelines with RabbitMQ and integrating cloud solutions on AWS and GCP. I’m also proficient in front-end technologies like ReactJS and bring a full-stack mindset to problem solving. I thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and continuously explore new technologies to drive innovation and efficiency. Whether working independently or collaborating with cross-functional teams, I bring a detail-oriented and delivery-focused approach to every project.

Experience

Flicken

Mar 2022 – Present

Lahore

Senior Software Engineer

- Directed a multidisciplinary team in managing sprints and gathering requirements, ensuring projects were delivered on time and aligned with business objectives - Facilitated team training sessions to enhance skills in web development and job scheduling, fostering a collaborative and high performing work environment - Managed code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and implement best practices, ensuring robust and efficient software solution

Paymob

Jan 2022 – Nov 2022

Remote

Senior Software Engineer

- Developed automated data scraping solutions using Selenium and Octoparse to efficiently extract and process information from various web sources - Engineered scalable back-end web services with Python Django for seamless integration with front-end applications at Paymob

Turing

Mar 2022 – Aug 2022

Remote

Senior Software Engineer

- Utilized the Django REST framework to create scalable back-end web services, enabling efficient data handling and seamless integration with various applications - Designed and executed data scraping and scheduling systems with RabbitMQ pipelines, optimizing data flow and ensuring timely processing of information - Leveraged ReactJS for frontend implementation, delivering interactive and user-friendly interfaces that enhanced overall application usability

Venrup

Mar 2021 – Feb 2022

Lahore

Senior Software Engineer

- Developed and deployed microservices using the Flask Framework, enhancing website functionality and supporting scalable web applications - Utilized ReactJS for front-end development, delivering responsive and dynamic user interfaces that improved user experience and engagement - Applied Pandas for data wrangling, enabling efficient data manipulation and preparation for downstream analysis - Executed data science modeling and analysis to extract insights and drive data-driven decision-making, supporting strategic business initiatives

Fecundity LLC

Mar 2020 – Feb 2021

Lahore

Software Engineer

- Led the implementation of data scraping solutions using the Scrapy Framework, creating efficient pipelines for data wrangling and storage that improved data accessibility and analysis - Leveraged the Django REST framework to provide scalable microservices, enhancing system modularity and facilitating seamless integration across platforms - Spearheaded requirement gathering sessions and managed sprints, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timely delivery of features that met stakeholder expectations

Big Data Analytics

Oct 2018 – Mar 2020

Lahore

Associate Software Engineer

- Led the development of robust data scraping solutions using the Scrapy Framework and Selenium, enhancing data extraction capabilities and automating web processes for increased productivity - Utilized Pandas to streamline data processing and analysis, delivering actionable insights that informed strategic business decisions - Implemented cutting-edge solutions for address standardization using HERE API and Google API, significantly improving data accuracy and consistency across systems - Designed and maintained data monitoring systems using Bootstrap, HTML, CSS, JS, and Django, ensuring real-time visibility into key metrics and system performance - Managed and optimized databases across SQL, MySQL, and PostgreSQL platforms, achieving enhanced performance and resource efficiency

Education

NUCES National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences)

Aug 2014 – May 2018

B.S. in Computer Science and Engineering, IT Services

Waheed Amir

Sr. Full Stack Developer | Python/Django Developer |Web/Data Scraping | Scrapy, Selenium

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