Sohail Abdul Sattar

Resume

My professional journey, skills, and achievements in software development. A comprehensive overview of my 12+ years of experience building digital solutions across multiple industries including banking, travel, sports analytics, and government sectors.

Professional Experience

Lead Software Architect

Ministry of Interior – Civil Defense
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
June 2022 – Present

As the Lead Software Architect, I spearheaded the reengineering of Civil Defense's infrastructure, driving full-stack development and modernization efforts. My primary focus was on leveraging Next.js/React for frontend and Dotnet Core with C# for backend API projects, ensuring adherence to SOLID principles and implementing the Mediator design pattern to build scalable and maintainable solutions.

Key Achievements:

  • Led infrastructure modernization from legacy systems to modern, scalable architecture
  • Implemented SOLID principles and Mediator design pattern for robust backend APIs
  • Built dynamic frontend using React and Next.js for improved user experience
  • Significantly improved system reliability and prepared infrastructure for future scalability
C#Dotnet CoreReactNext.jsOracleRedis

Senior Software Engineer

Pay Future
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
November 2021 – February 2022

Worked as a backend engineer, while mentoring a team of developers in building and optimizing backend services using Dotnet Core. Focused on improving API performance and ensuring seamless integration with various payment systems. Also implemented React for frontend development.

Key Achievements:

  • Mentored team of developers in backend service development
  • Optimized API performance for payment system integration
  • Implemented React frontend for enhanced user experience
C#Dotnet CoreReactAPI IntegrationPayment Systems

Frontend Engineer

G42 Sports Analytics
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
January 2021 – August 2021

Collaborated with a team of frontend developers to build interactive web applications. Focused on creating responsive and intuitive user interfaces using React, delivering optimized and data-driven sports analytics dashboards.

Key Achievements:

  • Built responsive and intuitive user interfaces using React
  • Delivered optimized data-driven sports analytics dashboards
  • Collaborated effectively with frontend development team
ReactFrontend DevelopmentData VisualizationSports Analytics

Senior Software Engineer

entourage marketing & events
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
August 2020 – October 2020

Contributed to the development of the EVE (Entourage Virtual Events) product, overseeing API creation and Azure cloud management. Innovatively implemented automation bots using Automation Anywhere for seamless user registration and devised a chat system using WebRTC technology.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed EVE virtual events platform with Unity frontend and .NET Core backend
  • Implemented automation bots using Automation Anywhere for user registration
  • Built real-time chat system using WebRTC technology
  • Managed Azure cloud infrastructure and API development
C#UnityAzureAutomation AnywhereWebRTCAPI Development

Software Engineer

Emirates
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
March 2018 – February 2020

Played a crucial role in the support team for the CRIS application within the Skywards loyalty program. Contributed to enhancing the existing Windows form desktop application.

Key Achievements:

  • Supported CRIS application for Skywards loyalty program
  • Enhanced Windows form desktop application functionality
  • Provided technical support and maintenance for critical systems
C#Windows FormsOracleWeb ServicesLoyalty Systems

Software Engineer

Amadeus IT Group SA
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
January 2017 – December 2017

Documented, developed, and maintained software for Oriental Travels & Tours Agency and Carlson Wagonlit Travel. Specialized in creating desktop applications in WPF, including one for retrieving corporate policies from Amadeus Selling Platform.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed WPF desktop applications for travel agencies
  • Created corporate policy retrieval system for Amadeus Selling Platform
  • Built MSME application for PNR data comment management
  • Maintained and documented travel industry software solutions
WPFXAMLVisual Basic .NETAmadeus PlatformTravel Systems

Software Developer

Back Office Management Solutions
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
October 2014 – December 2016

As a Software Developer, I played a pivotal role in enhancing and modifying essential software and web applications for prominent UAE banks such as Emirates NBD, Noor Bank, and Ajman Bank. Tasked with developing cutting-edge solutions, I specialized in crafting software and web applications tailored to process e-statements and reports.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed e-statement generators for multiple UAE banks
  • Built document tagging applications for ABN AMRO and ENBD
  • Created Human Resource Management System for internal use
  • Implemented WCF-based secure communication systems
Visual Basic .NETSQL ServerWCFBanking SystemsPDF Generation

ASP Developer

Protégé Global
Islamabad, Pakistan
December 2012 – June 2013

At Protégé Global, I specialized in developing modules related to medical claims, focusing on a pivotal module of the EDEX service. This innovative application seamlessly integrated advanced technology with a commitment to exceptional customer service, addressing the intricate needs of workers' compensation.

Key Achievements:

  • Developed medical claims modules for EDEX service
  • Implemented WCF-based communication systems
  • Automated laborious data entry tasks for improved efficiency
  • Integrated workers' compensation information systems
ASPWCFMedical Claims SystemsWorkers' CompensationEDEX

Skills & Expertise

Frontend Technologies

ReactTypeScriptASP .NETNextJSWPFXAML

Backend Languages

C# Dotnet CoreVB 6Visual Basic .NETNodeJSNestJs

Databases

Microsoft SQL ServerOracleMongoDBRedis

Cloud & DevOps

Microsoft AzureAWSDockerKubernetesGitAzure Repos

AI and Machine Learning

PythonTensorFlowScikit-LearnMachine Learning ModelsData Analysis

Other Technologies

RabbitMQSQSAutomation AnywhereWebRTCUnity

Key Projects

Civil Defense Infrastructure Modernization

Ministry of Interior

Led the overhaul of legacy systems, driving the transition to a modern, scalable architecture. Encompassed full-stack development using Dotnet Core (C#) for backend APIs and React/Next.js for frontend.

Dotnet Core (C#)ReactNext.jsOracleRedis
Significantly improved system reliability and prepared infrastructure for future scalability
Featured

EVE (Entourage Virtual Events)

entourage marketing & events

Virtual event environment built in Unity as frontend and Web API in .NET Core as backend. Enabled companies to book virtual stands and visitors to interact with exhibitors in real-time.

C#UnitySQL ServerAPI Web ServicesMicrosoft AzureAutomation Anywhere
Website: https://www.eve.tech/

Mercator's CRIS [Customer Relationship Information System]

Emirates

Robust loyalty program application crafted in C# WinForms. Compartmentalized into three distinct projects: dynamic frontend, resilient middle tier, and secure backend database.

C#OracleWeb ServicesWinForms
Comprehensive and efficient loyalty program management system

Banking Solutions Suite

Back Office Management Solutions

Developed multiple applications for UAE banks including e-statement generators, document tagging systems, and cheque tracking applications using WCF for secure communication.

Visual Basic .NETSQL ServerWCFPDF Generation
Streamlined banking operations for Emirates NBD, Noor Bank, and Ajman Bank

Weather Alert Notification System

Academic Project

Hardware-based real-time desktop application integrating sensors for temperature, humidity, light, and air-pressure. Included graphical representations and SMS notifications.

C#SQL ServerCrystal ReportsHardware IntegrationGSM Library
Secured 2nd position in Final year project in class

Education

Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Business Applications

University of Texas at Austin
Apr 2023 - Dec 2023

Advanced program focusing on AI/ML business applications and practical implementation

Master of Computer Science (MCS)

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
2010 – 2012

CGPA: 3.23/4.00 Specialized in Software Engineering and Computer Science fundamentals

Bachelor of Science (Computers)

NIMS Degree College
2008 – 2010

Foundation in computer science and programming fundamentals

Certifications

Certified SAFe 5 Advanced Scrum Master

Scaled AgileAugust 2024
25030197-4547
Expires: August 2025

Let's Connect

Interested in working together? I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, interesting projects, or just having a chat about technology.