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Senior Full-Stack Engineer building software that scales

I build scalable web applications, SaaS platforms, and AI-powered products for businesses that need reliable, production-ready software from backend architecture and APIs to modern React and Next.js interfaces

  • Islamabad, Pakistan
  • UTC+5
  • 8+ years of professional software engineering experience
Aqib Javaid - Senior Full-Stack Engineer

Currently

Accepting new projects and long-term software development engagements.

Background

I've spent the last eight years building and improving web applications, SaaS products, and business platforms. My core work is in PHP, Laravel, React, Next.js, databases, APIs, and third-party integrations, with a strong focus on building systems that remain reliable as products and teams grow.

I usually work on the parts of a product that require more than just adding another feature, complex database queries, API integrations, performance problems, backend architecture, AI integrations, and applications that have outgrown their original implementation. I like understanding how the system works as a whole and then improving it without creating unnecessary complexity.

I've worked on property intelligence, safety management, digital signage, reputation management, logistics, event management, AI-powered applications, and other business platforms. I work comfortably across the backend and frontend, and I can take a feature from database and API design through to the user interface and production deployment.

I take on a limited number of projects at a time, usually where an experienced engineer can make a meaningful difference — whether that's building a new SaaS product, improving an existing Laravel application, optimizing a database, integrating AI, or helping a team move a product from prototype to production.

At a glance

Curriculum Vitae
Official Resume (PDF)
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Based in
Islamabad, Pakistan
Timezone
UTC+5
Email
aqibj.pro@gmail.com
Engagements
Contract · Long-term · Consulting

Career Progression & Experience

From 2017 to Present

Eight years of hands-on engineering evolution — from core web foundations to full-stack platforms and AI leadership.

2017 — 2019

Web Development Foundations

Started my professional software engineering career building responsive, user-focused web applications and interfaces with PHP, JavaScript, React.js, and Vue.js. Worked closely with backend teams to integrate APIs and improve performance across web platforms.

PHPJavaScriptReact.jsVue.jsHTML/CSS
2019 — 2021

WordPress & eCommerce Engineering

Specialized in WordPress development, custom themes and plugins, WooCommerce, and eCommerce integrations. Built business websites and online stores while improving page speed, usability, responsive design, and conversion-focused user experiences.

WordPressWooCommercePHPJavaScriptMySQL
2021

Laravel & Backend Development

Moved deeper into backend engineering with Laravel and MySQL, developing scalable application backends, RESTful APIs, authentication systems, and database-driven features. Focused on secure integrations and reliable communication between frontend and backend systems.

LaravelPHPMySQLREST APIsAuthentication
2021 — 2024

Senior Full-Stack Engineering

Progressed into senior full-stack development, designing and maintaining production applications across Laravel, React.js, Vue.js, WordPress, WooCommerce, and Shopify. Worked across backend architecture, frontend development, API integrations, CI/CD automation, performance optimization, and technical problem-solving.

LaravelReact.jsVue.jsWordPressShopifyCI/CD
2024 — PresentActive Role

AI Platforms & Tech Leadership

As CTO, lead the architecture and development of AI-powered business platforms, including real-time safety management solutions. Built AI-driven features using OpenAI integrations, automated document generation, intelligent chat experiences, customizable workflows, and supporting backend systems while coordinating development across teams.

LaravelVue.jsMySQLOpenAIAI IntegrationsArchitecture

Selected Engineering Focus Areas

Selected Engineering Milestones

AI & Automation

Built AI-powered chatbots, intelligent form completion, automated SWMS and SOP generation, and AI-driven content and sentiment analysis across production applications.

OpenAIAI AutomationSentiment AnalysisAPI Integrations

SaaS & Platform Development

Developed cloud-based SaaS products for digital signage management, brand reputation management, AI content generation, visitor analytics, and business workflow automation.

LaravelLivewireVue.jsFilamentPHPMySQL

Cloud & DevOps

Handled server migrations, deployment automation, CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, Docker-based environments, and production performance optimization.

AWSDockerCI/CDLaravel ForgeNginxCloud Infra

Technologies, tools & engineering expertise

124 tools across 13 areas

Backend Development12
  • PHP
  • Laravel
  • CodeIgniter
  • Node.js
  • Express.js
  • NestJS
  • REST API Development
  • API Integration
  • Authentication
  • Authorization
  • Webhooks
  • Background Jobs
Frontend Development14
  • React.js
  • Next.js
  • Vue.js
  • Nuxt.js
  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Tailwind CSS
  • Bootstrap
  • Material UI
  • Vuetify
  • Alpine.js
  • Livewire
Full-Stack JavaScript7
  • MERN Stack
  • MongoDB
  • Express.js
  • React.js
  • Node.js
  • Next.js
  • TypeScript
Mobile Development6
  • React Native
  • Flutter
  • Cross-Platform Mobile Development
  • REST API Integration
  • Push Notifications
  • Mobile Authentication
Databases9
  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • Redis
  • MariaDB
  • SQLite
  • SQL Server
  • Firebase
  • IndexedDB
SaaS & Business Applications10
  • SaaS Development
  • CRM Development
  • ERP Systems
  • E-commerce
  • Booking Systems
  • Event Management Systems
  • Multi-Tenant Applications
  • Subscription Platforms
  • Payment Integration
  • Business Automation
AI & Automation8
  • AI Integration
  • OpenAI API
  • AI Chatbots
  • AI Sentiment Analysis
  • AI Content Generation
  • AI-Powered Automation
  • AI Agents
  • LLM API Integration
Cloud & DevOps14
  • AWS
  • Amazon S3
  • AWS Lightsail
  • Azure
  • Docker
  • CI/CD
  • GitHub Actions
  • Laravel Forge
  • VPS Management
  • Nginx
  • Apache
  • Linux
  • Server Migration
  • Production Deployment
APIs & Integrations10
  • REST APIs
  • Third-Party API Integration
  • Google APIs
  • Google Business Profile API
  • Google Maps API
  • Stripe
  • FedEx API
  • UPS API
  • WebSockets
  • OAuth
CMS & E-commerce9
  • WordPress
  • WooCommerce
  • Shopify
  • Custom WordPress Development
  • WordPress Plugin Development
  • WordPress Theme Development
  • Headless CMS
  • Strapi
  • Craft CMS
Testing & Quality9
  • PHPUnit
  • Laravel Dusk
  • Automated Testing
  • API Testing
  • Performance Testing
  • Load Testing
  • End-to-End Testing
  • Code Review
  • QA & Debugging
Performance & SEO7
  • Database Optimization
  • Query Optimization
  • Caching
  • API Performance Optimization
  • Technical SEO
  • Core Web Vitals
  • Website Performance Optimization
Development Workflow9
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • GitHub Actions
  • CI/CD
  • Docker
  • Laravel Forge
  • Agile Development
  • Code Review
  • AI-Assisted Development

Many of these are backed by formal credentials - see my professional certifications.