Salik Sadruddin Merani
Full Stack Software Engineer | Data Engineer | DevOps

Karachi, Pakistan | Ph# +92 307 2159527 | salik.merani@gmail.com | Github | LinkedIn 

Experienced professional with a diverse skill set encompassing full-stack software engineering, data engineering, and containerization. With 5+ years of experience in eHealth, 3+ years of experience in product-based development. Proficient in developing end-to-end software solutions, optimising data workflows, and leveraging containerization technologies. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, delivering high-quality code, and making data-driven decisions. Adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning. Well-equipped to tackle complex challenges and drive.

Employment History

Sr Software Engineer - Convex Interactive
May 2023 - Present

Skills: PHP, Laravel, Databases (MySQL, Mongo), NodeJS, Angular, Whatsapp Business API, Meta Platform, SMPP

• Development of new features on Whatsapp Business platform
• Maintenance of WhatsApp Business Platform and SMS Platform
• Development of new WhatsApp Bots
• Automation of Tasks and Report Generation

Lead Developer for Web Dev, Data Engineering, DevOps - Aga Khan University
November 2020 - April 2023

Skills: Management, Client Dealing, Time Management, Resource Management, Architecture Design and Development, Team Management, Python, Pandas, C#.Net, Rest APIs, Spark, Dockerization, Virtualization, NodeJS, Typescript, NestJS, Angular, Databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), GIS, Visualisations, PowerBI

• Led Web Development (API and Panels) of Tele-consultation App implementing FHIR.
• Led API development of COVID Vaccination application for remote regions of Pakistan.
• Led Data Analysis Team to work on data gathered by Hayat Application
• Orchestrated an update of our data analysis architecture to include Big Data technologies
• Led development of moving all custom reports in PHP to PowerBI.
• Co-Led development of an AI tool in initial stages to facilitate surgeons.
• Co-Led in upgradation of the Hayat architecture to resolve issues faced in the first version.
• Led Development and initiated Data Engineering to make a flow for our reports to include more robust and efficient technologies.
• Led migration of services to cloud and enforced dockerization in all apps.
• Mentoring a team of diverse individuals for Web and API Development, DevOps, Data Engineering and Networking.

Sr Software Engineer at Aga Khan University
April 2019 — October 2020

Skills: Python, C#.Net, Rest APIs, Dockerization, Virtualization, NodeJS, Typescript, NestJS, Rust Lang, Angular, Databases (MySQL, SQL Server, SQLITE), Architecture Design and Development

• Co-developed a software architecture to be used in all future MNCH projects and derivatives of Hayat.
• Introduced dockerization in workflow to containerize and isolate applications.
• Developed Web APIs for Hayat architecture in Rust Lang.
• Developed a bot in a web app to help with COVID19 guidance.
• Optimised and streamlined a tele-consultation mobile app's architecture to help with increasing demand during COVID19.
• Developed basic architecture using FHIR guidelines and structures for Tele-consultation application.

Developer at Aga Khan University
June 2017 — March 2019

Skills: PHP, C#.Net, Rest APIs, Virtualization, NodeJS, Angular, Database (MySQL, Mongo), Architecture Development

• Developed an application back-end in PHP for Aga Khan Health Board for USA to promote walking and healthy lifestyle.
• Developed a Web App using Angular and Laravel to digitise CEmONC Forms by WHO for AKDN Health Facilities.
• Developed APIs for mHealth project to promote Maternal Health in the GBC Region Pakistan funded by GCC.
• Developed custom reports for both CEmONC Forms and Maternal Health Projects.
• Developed a bridge to automate move info from local database (MS Access) to SQLITE for use in Mobile Application for offline access.
• Developed Admin panel and reports for an outreach application for laboratory services.

IT Operations at OneElectro
February 2017 — May 2017

Skills: PHP, Rest APIs, Virtualization, Visual Basic, Microsoft Dynamics, Crystal Reports

• Built and implemented a system for troubleshooting technology issues.
• Worked to constantly improve information technology systems and  infrastructure.
• Maintained documentation of all systems, software, and hardware.
• Increased customer satisfaction by creating solutions for product  enhancement.
• Created a software to help the business identify defaulter customers to help future sales.
• Created an architecture to ensure all branches can share their data to the data centre with limited or intermittent internet connectivity.

Patents

US20210027869A1 - Secure medical alert and medical referral  delivery using a cloud computing server in an online/offline mode
Issued Apr 4, 2023

Education

MS Computer Science, Muhammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi 
February 2020 - July 2022

BS Software Engineering, Ilma University (formerly IBT), Karachi 
January 2013 - December 2016

HSSC - Pre-Medical, Aga Khan Higher Secondary School, Karachi
August 2010 - July 2012

GCE O Levels, Beaconhouse School System, Karachi

August 2008 — July 2010

Technologies

Skills

Extra-curricular

STEM Instructor

January 2022 — April 2022

STEM Instructor for ages 12- 17

ELEP at Aga Khan Education Board for Gulshan, Karachi

August 2022 — October 2022

English Language Educator

Languages

English Highly proficient (IELTS 8.0)

Urdu Native speaker