Shazia Kausar

Responsibilities: • Designed and developed scalable Java (Spring Boot) microservices and distributed systems for cloud-native customer-facing platforms • Built event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming, asynchronous communication, and reliable service integration • Developed and maintained RESTful APIs and backend services with strong focus on clean architecture, code quality, security, and maintainability • Leveraged AWS Cloud services including EC2, S3, and RDS to deploy and scale highly available applications • Implemented CI/CD pipelines and automation processes to improve deployment efficiency and engineering productivity • Optimized MySQL/PostgreSQL database performance through query tuning, indexing, and efficient data access strategies • Improved system observability and operational readiness using Prometheus and Grafana monitoring solutions • Collaborated with Product, stakeholders, and cross-functional Agile teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions • Applied AI/LLM tools such as Claude, ChatGPT, and GitHub Copilot to accelerate development, debugging, testing, and documentation workflows • Mentored engineers, participated in architectural discussions, and contributed to engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives

Responsibilities: • Developed scalable backend applications using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture within Agile development environments • Designed Kafka-based asynchronous processing solutions to support distributed and service-oriented systems • Built and optimized REST APIs and backend services with emphasis on reliability, maintainability, and high code quality • Developed ETL workflows and data integration pipelines for business-critical applications • Managed database design and optimization using MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB • Contributed to AWS Cloud deployments, Docker containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation • Applied multithreading and performance optimization techniques to improve throughput and system scalability • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver customer-focused technical solutions • Maintained strong engineering standards through testing, refactoring, code reviews, and troubleshooting • Supported team collaboration and knowledge sharing through mentoring and technical guidance

Responsibilities: • Developed enterprise backend applications using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and microservices architecture • Designed and maintained scalable distributed systems with focus on reliability, performance, and service availability • Built backend integration services and data processing components supporting business and operational workflows • Implemented MySQL/PostgreSQL database solutions using JPA/Hibernate with emphasis on performance and maintainability • Participated in CI/CD processes, Agile ceremonies, and continuous improvement initiatives • Monitored application health, handled production support, and resolved performance bottlenecks and system issues • Ensured high-quality, secure, and maintainable code through testing, debugging, validation, and code reviews • Collaborated with engineering teams and stakeholders to deliver scalable technical solutions aligned with business requirements

Responsibilities: • Led full-stack technical delivery as a team lead, overseeing design and development of regulatory-compliant financial systems in alignment with State Bank of Pakistan guidelines. • Architected and implemented complex transaction processing features, including JPOS message formats, ensuring secure, reliable, and standards-compliant financial integrations. • Designed and developed enterprise-grade applications using Java (Spring), JSF (PrimeFaces), and JPA, deployed on Apache Tomcat with Oracle Database. • Provided technical leadership through code reviews, solution design, and mentoring, ensuring high code quality, performance optimization, and long-term maintainability. • Ensured system stability and correctness through automated testing using JUnit and adherence to best practices in secure software development.

Responsibilities: • Led technical architecture and full-stack development for property listing and transaction platforms, supporting sales, purchase, and back-office operations. • Defined system architecture and selected the technology stack, ensuring scalability, performance, and long-term maintainability of enterprise applications. • Guided the development team through hands-on leadership, including code reviews, design validations, and best practice enforcement to ensure high-quality deliverables. • Designed and implemented business workflow automation using the Activiti Framework, streamlining operational and back-office processes. • Developed and optimized backend services using Java Spring, JPA, and MySQL, deployed on Apache Tomcat. • Implemented advanced search and indexing capabilities using Apache Solr to enhance data retrieval and user experience.

Responsibilities: • Progressed from Software Engineer to Principal Software Engineer, leading Agile delivery of enterprise-grade financial and insurance platforms for international clients across the UK, USA, and Australia. • Architected and led development of 5+ large-scale insurance systems, improving transaction processing efficiency by up to 30% through optimized system design. • Designed and implemented workflow automation and backend optimizations that reduced claims resolution time by 25%, enhancing operational efficiency. • Delivered highly reliable, scalable systems supporting thousands of daily users, improving overall system stability and user satisfaction. • Ensured regulatory and regional compliance by designing market-specific solutions, accelerating time-to-market by 20%. • Led modernization initiatives, successfully migrating legacy platforms to modern Java, J2EE, and Spring-based architectures, reducing technical debt by 40%. • Established high engineering standards through rigorous code reviews, automated testing with JUnit, and best practice enforcement. • Drove consistent on-time and ahead-of-schedule project delivery, resulting in a 25% improvement in client satisfaction. • Improved team productivity by 15% through effective Agile leadership using SCRUM and Kanban methodologies. • Mentored and coached junior engineers, elevating code quality, technical capability, and overall team performance across multiple projects.

Oracle Certified Professional, Java Programmer (OCPJP)

Oracle Corporation