Qadeer Ahmad
DevOps & Cloud Engineer | Full-Stack Web Developer | Technology Leader (CTO/Manager)
DevOps Engineer, Full Stack Developer, AWS, Azure, CI/CD, Terraform, Ansible, React.js, Next.js, Node.js, PHP
About Me
Get to know me better
I am a technology professional with 29+ years of experience driving innovation across DevOps, Cloud, Web Development, and IT Leadership. My career has been defined by bridging the gap between technical execution and business strategy — ensuring that teams deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions. I thrive in roles that combine hands-on technical depth with leadership responsibility, enabling me to guide organisations through digital transformation, process automation, and innovation adoption. If you're looking for someone who can build, automate, and lead, let's connect.
Skills & Technologies
Core Skills
Languages
Frontend
Backend
Databases
DevOps & Cloud
Tools & Practices
Experience & Education
My professional journey
Work Experience
Senior DevOps Engineer
TEKHQS
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Playing a pivotal role in enhancing the DevOps capabilities at TEKHQS through automation and team leadership.
Key Achievements:
- •Automated CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and Bitbucket, significantly improving deployment processes
- •Managed a diverse tech stack, including Linux servers, Docker, and MongoDB applications, ensuring optimal performance
- •Mentored engineers to cultivate skills and promote a culture of collaboration and innovation
Chief Technology Officer
comundo
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Successfully defined and executed a technology roadmap that supported comundo's business objectives while managing a dynamic IT team.
Key Achievements:
- •Directed upgrade projects that enhanced operational efficiency and stakeholder collaboration
- •Fostered a culture of Agile best practices among a team of 35 IT professionals, driving innovation
- •Reported on technology risks and opportunities to executive leadership, ensuring strategic alignment
DevOps Manager
WADIC
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Successfully led the DevOps team at WADIC, focusing on enhancing deployment efficiency and cloud infrastructure management.
Key Achievements:
- •Designed and maintained CI/CD pipelines using industry-standard tools like Jenkins and AWS CodePipeline
- •Managed a robust AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance across multiple services
- •Automated deployment processes, which streamlined operations and improved team productivity
Project Manager
GET TECHNOLOGIES (PVT) LTD
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Effectively managed project timelines and budgets while leading a cross-functional team to enhance operational efficiency.
Key Achievements:
- •Delivered projects on schedule, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to financial constraints
- •Automated deployment processes, leveraging Bash scripts and Bitbucket pipelines for streamlined operations
- •Enhanced team workflows, significantly reducing delivery bottlenecks and improving overall productivity
Chief Technology Officer
FRIEND AND FAN LTD
London, England, United Kingdom
Spearheaded the technology strategy at FRIEND AND FAN LTD, focusing on integrating tech with business objectives.
Key Achievements:
- •Directed vendor negotiations to select optimal technologies for our platform
- •Scaled the development team while embedding best practices to drive efficiency
- •Fostered a culture of innovation that supported the company's growth in the competitive social media landscape
Head of Development
Northstar IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Effectively managed a team of developers and engineers, delivering high-quality projects while enhancing operational efficiency.
Key Achievements:
- •Oversaw the development of multiple projects in PHP, Laravel, and JavaScript, ensuring timely delivery
- •Cultivated strong vendor relationships to optimize IT infrastructure and support project needs
- •Developed leadership and project management skills while driving team collaboration and innovation
Associate Team Lead
DatumSquare IT Services
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Played a pivotal role in developing scalable applications and mentoring junior developers at DatumSquare IT Services.
Key Achievements:
- •Utilized PHP and frameworks like Laravel and CakePHP to create robust applications
- •Enforced coding standards to maintain high-quality code and improve team performance
- •Engaged with US clients to ensure project timelines were met, enhancing overall client satisfaction
Principal Software Engineer
Strategic Systems International
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Played a pivotal role in developing a healthcare application, leading a team to achieve high standards in software quality.
Key Achievements:
- •Utilized technologies such as PHP (Zend Framework), HTML, CSS, and MySQL to create a robust application
- •Championed best practices in code reviews and version control to maintain exceptional code quality
- •Monitored application performance, ensuring a seamless and efficient user experience
Senior PHP Developer
GrayMath Technology Consulting Company
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Played a pivotal role in developing dynamic web applications that enhanced user engagement and functionality.
Key Achievements:
- •Leveraged Zend Framework to create responsive web applications from design mockups
- •Ensured optimal website performance and security through best practices post-launch
- •Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver user-friendly solutions
Development Team Lead
Markco Tech
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Successfully led a development team at Markco Tech, driving the creation of scalable applications while enhancing team performance.
Key Achievements:
- •Spearheaded the adoption of CI/CD pipelines, streamlining deployment processes for greater efficiency
- •Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of learning and adherence to coding standards
- •Engaged with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of prioritized features, aligning development efforts with business objectives
Manager MIS
ZARCO Exchange Company (Pvt) Limited
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Successfully contributed to the technological advancement of ZARCO Exchange Company by developing essential internal applications.
Key Achievements:
- •Developed applications using .NET and PHP/MySQL, streamlining business processes
- •Implemented security measures and conducted audits to enhance system reliability
- •Managed user access control, ensuring database integrity and security compliance
Software Engineer
SDSol Technologies
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Contributed significantly to the development of responsive websites at SDSol Technologies, enhancing user engagement and satisfaction.
Key Achievements:
- •Built websites using PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery, ensuring responsiveness across devices
- •Worked collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions
- •Focused on debugging and optimizing code, improving performance and usability for end-users
Web Developer
Newtech
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Played a key role in developing and maintaining websites at Newtech, focusing on enhancing functionality and user experience.
Key Achievements:
- •Created responsive websites using PHP, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery to meet client needs
- •Integrated third-party APIs to improve website capabilities and user engagement
- •Conducted cross-browser testing to ensure consistent performance across all platforms
Web Developer
XISMEDIA
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Played a crucial role in developing interactive websites that prioritized user experience and functionality.
Key Achievements:
- •Leveraged PHP and Classic ASP to build robust web applications tailored to client needs
- •Employed AJAX for seamless content loading, ensuring a smooth user experience
- •Enhanced front-end design with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, resulting in visually appealing interfaces
Information System Manager
Ocs Courier Service
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Effectively managed IT operations and led a dedicated team, focusing on enhancing internal systems and infrastructure.
Key Achievements:
- •Supervised a team of 12 staff members, fostering collaboration and skill development
- •Implemented robust IT systems to support operational needs across regional offices
- •Utilized technologies like FoxPro, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to develop tailored software solutions
Computer Programmer
Multiline Enterprises
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Successfully developed and implemented a tender saving system that improved internal processes at Multiline Enterprises.
Key Achievements:
- •Created an internal tender information saving system using FoxPro to enhance data management
- •Automated various manual processes, leading to increased efficiency across the organization
- •Gained valuable skills in FoxPro programming and process automation during my tenure
Education
Master of Computer Sciences
Mishigan International College
Pakistan
Bachelor in Computer Sciences
Mishigan International College
Pakistan
Intermediate in Commerce
Lahore Board
Lahore, Pakistan
Featured Projects
Check out some of my recent work
Fabeke App
A full-featured React JS application with Python backend. Managed front-end development, CI/CD pipeline with Jenkins, and server-side infrastructure.
Highlights:
- •Front-end development with React.js
- •CI/CD implementation using Jenkins
- •Server-side management and deployment automation
Fabeke Main Site
Modern front-end website built with Next.js. Sole developer responsible for both static pages and dynamic backend functionality.
Highlights:
- •Built as sole developer using Next.js
- •Implemented dynamic backend functionality
- •Responsive and modern UI design
Comundo.io App
Enterprise application with React JS frontend and Python backend. Managed the entire project including coding, team coordination, and server management.
Highlights:
- •Project management and development leadership
- •CI/CD implementation with Bitbucket Pipelines
- •Full-stack involvement and server-side management
Socioon - Pakistani Social Network
Pakistan's first social media network platform similar to Facebook. Built with CodeIgniter and MySQL with comprehensive social networking features.
Highlights:
- •First Pakistani social media network
- •Project management and development
- •Facebook-like features and functionality
Other Projects
Friend and Fan
Social media management platform for scheduling and automatically sharing posts to Facebook and Twitter.
Office Management System
Comprehensive HR management system with automatic CV generation from candidate data and employee management features.
CloudFS
Desktop file synchronization application similar to Dropbox. Sole developer for client-side application built with Node.js.
Healthcare Business Insights
Healthcare management system developed as team lead and main programmer using Zend Framework.
Filocity
Online file management system with comprehensive file organization and sharing capabilities.
My Compare Price
Product comparison platform that crawls and aggregates products from multiple e-commerce sites for price comparison.
Zarco One
Online money transfer system with secure transaction processing and user management.
Mzed E-Commerce
Shopping cart platform built with PrestaShop with custom features and modifications.
Get In Touch
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