PROFILE

MUHAMMAD SUFIYAN RAO

Founder & CEO • Senior Backend Engineer (Laravel / Node.js) • Scalable systems & APIs

Karachi, Pakistan

+92 315 8298167 • sufiyanrao926@gmail.com

linkedin.com/in/muhammad-sufiyan-rao

Professional Summary

Senior Backend Engineer with 6+ years of experience building scalable web applications, REST APIs, and high-performance backend systems using Laravel and Node.js. Experienced in architecting e-commerce platforms, ERP systems, and real-time applications serving 100K+ users. Strong focus on performance optimization, database design, and system scalability with a proven track record of improving system speed, conversion rates, and backend reliability.

Professional Experience

Senior Full Stack Developer • Team Lead

97 Solutions — Karachi, Pakistan

Apr 2023 – Present

  • Led development of enterprise-grade web applications using Laravel, Node.js, React.js, and Next.js, serving 100K+ users.
  • Architected and implemented scalable RESTful APIs and microservices, improving system performance by 40%.
  • Mentored and managed a team of 5+ junior developers, with regular code reviews and technical training.
  • Integrated Stripe, PayPal, SMS APIs, and cloud storage; recognized 4x as “Employee of the Month”.

Senior Full Stack Developer

Digitizal — Karachi, Pakistan

Sep 2021 – Mar 2023

  • Delivered 15+ client web apps using Laravel, Node.js, and modern JavaScript frameworks.
  • Optimized legacy codebases, reducing load times by 35% and improving stability.
  • Actively contributed in Agile sprints and hit critical milestones under tight deadlines.
  • Earned 5x Outstanding Performance Awards for exceeding project goals.

PHP Developer (Laravel & CodeIgniter)

Digitizal — Karachi, Pakistan

Feb 2021 – Aug 2021

  • Built robust backends in Laravel and CodeIgniter across multiple projects.
  • Designed and optimized MySQL schemas and complex queries.
  • Developed RESTful APIs and collaborated closely with frontend teams.

E-Commerce Specialist

GulfDealz — Dubai, UAE

Jan 2019 – Jan 2021

  • Managed Amazon, Noon, and Carrefour marketplaces (UAE, UK, USA).
  • Improved listings and operations, driving 25% sales growth.

Key Projects & Portfolio

GranoFoods.com — Full-Stack E-Commerce Platform

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Laravel, React.js, MySQL, Redis, Stripe API, AWS S3

Full e-commerce solution with secure payments, advanced product filtering, multi-step checkout, and admin for inventory, orders, and analytics.

AlAhmedRealEst.com — Real Estate Management Platform

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Laravel, JavaScript, MySQL, Google Maps API, Bootstrap

Property listings, buyer–seller workflows, secure inquiry management, role-based admin, advanced search and property comparison.

Truck Resort App — Fleet & Booking Backend API

Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, Socket.io, Firebase Cloud Messaging

Implemented JWT auth, real-time GPS tracking, booking workflows, payments, push notifications, and driver–customer chat for a mobile trucking solution.

Enterprise Systems: School ERP, CRM, Inventory, LMS, Reservation Systems

Laravel, Vue.js / React.js, MySQL, Chart.js, Twilio, Stripe, PayPal, AWS S3

Designed and delivered multiple enterprise-grade platforms including School Management ERP, CRM, Inventory & Warehouse Management, Online LMS, and Hotel & Restaurant Reservation systems with role-based access, analytics, and automation.

Core Technical Skills

Backend Development

PHP (6+ years), Laravel (6+ years), CodeIgniter (5+ years), Node.js (3+ years), Express.js

Frontend

React.js, Next.js, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS

Databases

MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, query optimization, indexing, schema design

APIs & Integrations

RESTful APIs, 3rd-party integrations, payment gateways, microservices

DevOps & Tools

Git, GitLab, Bitbucket, Docker, AWS, DigitalOcean, CI/CD, Agile/Scrum

E-Commerce

WooCommerce, Shopify integrations, Amazon MWS API, Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay

Certifications & Awards

  • 4x Employee of the Month — 97 Solutions
    Recognized for outstanding performance, leadership, and project delivery.
  • 5x Outstanding Performance Award — Digitizal
    Awarded for consistently exceeding expectations and quality standards.
  • Code Combat Winner — 2020
    Recognized for exceptional coding in competitive programming challenges.
  • Aptech Vision Award — 2019
    Award for innovative project development during annual tech showcase.

Education

Diploma in Advanced Software Engineering (ACCP EE Pro)

Aptech Computer Education, Garden Center • 2018 – 2021

Intermediate — Pre-Engineering

Nabi Bagh ZM Govt College • 2015 – 2018

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