Summary
Overview
Work History
Teaching & Mentorship
Education
Skills
Interests
Timeline
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Ahmed Shaashaa

Ahmed Shaashaa

Software Engineer
Mönchengladbach

Summary

Innovative Software Engineer offering 10 years of expertise in IT. Seasoned professional with a background in full software development lifecycles. Quickly learns and masters new technologies while working in both team and independent settings.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Lead Software Engineer

Taconic GmbH
04.2021 - Current
  • Engineered scalable REST APIs and full-stack features with Django and React for a critical ERP platform, enhancing data management and user experience.
  • Led the design of software solutions and integration of third-party systems (Boomi, NetSuite), improving system performance and data flow.
  • Modernized and maintained legacy bioinformatics systems, ensuring stability and reliability.
  • Mentored junior engineers in Agile methodologies, fostering a collaborative team environment and improving project delivery timelines.
  • Performed complex SQL data analysis and fixes to ensure data integrity for business operations and shipments.
  • Consistently managed and resolved an average of 30+ support tickets per month, maintaining high customer satisfaction and system reliability.

Software Engineer

Weisskopf21
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Led the full lifecycle development of the 'AIP_OCR' project, leveraging 'OpenCV' and Python to enhance text recognition accuracy through advanced image pre-processing and post-processing techniques.
  • Achieved Avaloq Certified Customization Professional status, earning specialization in tailoring the Avaloq Banking Suite for client-specific financial workflows.
  • Designed, built, and launched company websites and blogs, including Weisskopf21.com, using WordPress to meet marketing and business objectives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver high-quality software products on schedule.

Junior Software Developer

Kantar GmbH
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Engineered full-stack web applications for research and data analysis, enabling precise measurement and evaluation.
  • Architected and integrated custom software solutions for international clients, translating complex requirements into technical specifications.
  • Drove the end-to-end product lifecycle from requirements engineering and development to operational testing and deployment in a DevOps capacity.
  • Independently led and delivered research projects from conception through to documentation and presentation of results.
  • Developed and maintained software applications using Java and Python, enhancing system performance and user experience.

Trainee

Kantar Media GmbH
06.2016 - 05.2018
  • Participation in projects with a focus on the technical implementation of customer-specific programs.
  • Case-by-case support in project planning.
  • Determination, documentation and management of requirements.
  • Participation in the creation of specialist concepts, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Conception of technical test scenarios and execution of tests.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline data collection processes, enhancing overall efficiency and accuracy.

Financial Accountant in Gym

OXYgym
01.2015 - 07.2015
  • Administration of finances and company accounts, booking of business transactions, monitoring / execution of payment transactions.
  • Administration of the electronic access system.
  • Responsible for advertising and marketing measures.

Teaching & Mentorship

IT Teacher | Irad Academy GmbH, Essen

 April 2024 – Present

  • Design and deliver comprehensive curriculum in modern full-stack development, covering React, JavaScript, Node.js, Express.js, HTML5, CSS3, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Docker,Agile,DevOps and Git
  • Facilitate hands-on learning through project-based instruction, enabling students to build practical applications and strengthen problem-solving capabilities
  • Guide students in implementing industry best practices for code quality, version control, and database management
  • Develop collaborative coding exercises and real-world projects that enhance technical proficiency and teamwork skills
  • Provide individualized mentorship to support students in mastering complex programming concepts and development workflows

Education

B1 - Deutsch(German)

Sprachkomm
Mönchengladbach, Germany
04.2001 -

Avaloq Certified Customization Professional - Technologies

Avaloq Schweiz
Switzerland
06.2020

A2 German course - Deutsch (German)

Lernstudio Barbarossa Saarlouis
Saarlouis, Germany
03.2017

Bachelor's degree - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Aleppo University
Aleppo, Syria
10.2014

High School Diploma - undefined

Scientific branch
Aleppo
05.2009

Skills

Programming languages: Javascript, Java, HTML,CSS, JQuery, Python, AvaloqScript

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Interests

Software Development, Football, Video Games, International Travel

Timeline

Lead Software Engineer

Taconic GmbH
04.2021 - Current

Software Engineer

Weisskopf21
03.2020 - 04.2021

Junior Software Developer

Kantar GmbH
06.2018 - 03.2020

Trainee

Kantar Media GmbH
06.2016 - 05.2018

Financial Accountant in Gym

OXYgym
01.2015 - 07.2015

B1 - Deutsch(German)

Sprachkomm
04.2001 -

Bachelor's degree - Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Aleppo University

High School Diploma - undefined

Scientific branch

Avaloq Certified Customization Professional - Technologies

Avaloq Schweiz

A2 German course - Deutsch (German)

Lernstudio Barbarossa Saarlouis

Languages

Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Intermediate (B1)

Assets

  • Driven & Proactive: A hardworking and quick-to-act professional, leveraging clever solutions to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
  • Grounded & Capable: Possess a confident, results-oriented mindset that is focused on team success and collaborative achievement.
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