Software Engineer | System Integration Specialist | Java Developer
Rafae Saleem
Ready to elevate your digital solutions? As an Agile Software Development Lead, I bring expertise in secure, scalable, and intuitive development. Let’s collaborate to drive innovation and success.
Software Engineer | System Integration Specialist | Java Developer
Rafae Saleem
Ready to elevate your digital solutions? As an Agile Software Development Lead, I bring expertise in secure, scalable, and intuitive development. Let’s collaborate to drive innovation and success.
About Me
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Front End
Java
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PHP
MySQL
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Portfolio
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Experience
Software Development Lead | HQ SOF | 12/2021 - Present
Wulo, Nigeria
Developed a mobile platform connecting local buyers, sellers, and delivery agents for a seamless commerce experience. Enabled features like real-time order tracking, delivery options, and self-pickup. Provided sellers with easy product management and delivery agents with route navigation and performance-based earnings, simplifying local shopping and delivery.
Live Mall, Canada
Designed and developed the architecture for an innovative e-commerce platform that connects stores with customers through live streaming. Led the implementation of real-time product showcases, enabling direct engagement between sellers and buyers. Managed the development of key features, including live streams, streamlined sign-up processes, category-based store search, and a tipping/gifting system. Integrated VIP perks for select sellers while ensuring a user-friendly platform to enhance customer interaction and streamline the purchasing experience in e-commerce.
E-Visit, USA
Designed and developed the scalable architecture for the telemedicine platform, enabling secure, 24/7 healthcare services. Led the implementation of key features, including instant patient-provider connections, schedule management, e-prescriptions, and data security. Directed a development team to deliver high-quality, user-friendly solutions on time, aligning technical strategies with business goals to redefine telehealth efficiency and accessibility.
System Integration Specialist | Evamp & Saanga | 01/2020 - 11/2021
NitroSwitch, Nigeria
As a Team Lead, I was responsible for overseeing the integration with MTN, Airtel, 9Mobile, GLO, and NTEL. Additionally, my role encompassed onboarding service providers, conducting test activities, monitoring and coordinating routine development tasks, managing documentation, and training teams for support.
Software Engineer - Integration | Evamp & Saanga | 08/2016 - 12/2019
Ministry of Electricity & Water, Kuwait
Developed the Administrator Portal to manage complaints, configurations, FAQs, notifications, self-care UIs, store locator, support features, tariffs, and tips. Also created a detailed Admin Guide.
Azerfon, Azerbaijan
Led the development of APIs in the application server layer, consuming ESB services and supporting integration with Android and iOS teams.
Saudi Telecom, Saudi Arabia
Documented and tested 59 APIs, including URLs, headers, request/response details, and methods, for STC and Ericsson technical teams.
Jazz Cash Corporate Portal, Pakistan
Collaborated on system architecture design and developed a customer care portal with a reporting module for user journeys, credit card payments, and offers.
Etisalat ESDP, UAE
Created and maintained an implementation and administration guide detailing configurations, solution overviews, sequence diagrams, and annotated portal screenshots.
CMMI – Configuration Management, Pakistan
Led Configuration Management for CMMI Level 2 certification, preparing documentation for procedures, plans, review checklists, and traceability matrices.
Bakcell, Azerbaijan
Developed an admin portal for managing users, roles, and notifications, with multilingual FCM notifications and detailed ESB layer report logs.
Orange RoamKit, Jordan
Designed and implemented APIs for Android/iOS apps, managing App Server and ESB Layers to ensure seamless SOAP and REST API integration.
My Telenor App, Pakistan
Developed secure APIs for Android/iOS platforms, integrated with ESB for smooth communication and data exchange.
Teaching Assistant - Advance Computer Programming | Riphah International University | 09/2015 - 12/2015
Assisted the main lecturer by conducting lab sessions focused on Java programming, providing hands-on support to students.
Guided students through understanding and implementing complex Java concepts, offering detailed explanations of advanced topics.
Helped students troubleshoot and debug their Java programs, ensuring they developed problem-solving skills and understood error resolution.
Provided one-on-one support during lab exercises, offering tailored assistance on assignments and helping students gain confidence in their coding abilities.
Facilitated discussions on key programming principles in Java, encouraging students to think critically and apply their knowledge to real-world coding problems.
Maintained a productive and collaborative lab environment, fostering teamwork among students and ensuring they had the resources they needed to succeed.
Ensured students grasped core Java topics, including Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), collections, multithreading, and file I/O, and applied them effectively in their coding projects.
Senior Development Intern | Center for Research in Distributed & Supercomputing | 03/2015 - 12/2015
Developed University Education Management System (UEMS) as Final Year Project.
Documented eight subsystems of campus management – Academic Management System, User Management System, Course Registration System, Attendance Management System, Assessment & Transcript System, Examination System, Admission Management System, and Finance Management System.
Focused on implementing the Academic Management System, User Management System, and Course Registration System in the second phase.
Created a foundation for future development, aiming to benefit its intended users once fully developed.
Gained experience in system design, web development, and cloud computing technologies.
Teaching Assistant - Software Requirement Engineering | Riphah International University | 02/2015 - 05/2015
Provided valuable support to students in understanding and applying advanced concepts in software requirement engineering.
Assisted students with complex topics, helping them break down and apply software engineering principles in practical scenarios.
Collaborated with the professor to address questions and offer additional resources to help students grasp difficult concepts.
Evaluated and provided constructive feedback on student assignments and projects, offering guidance for improvement in technical analysis and documentation.
Contributed to creating a collaborative atmosphere, encouraging students to engage in discussions and seek further clarification on course materials.
Teaching Assistant - Software Requirement Engineering | Riphah International University | 09/2014 - 12/2014
Assisted the professor in delivering course content, facilitating learning, and ensuring an engaging classroom experience for students throughout the semester.
Worked closely with the professor to address students’ questions, provide clarification on complex topics, and offer additional resources to reinforce learning.
Supported students during class activities, ensuring they understood the key concepts of software requirement engineering and could apply them effectively.
Offered personalized assistance to students by addressing their individual learning needs, clarifying difficult concepts, and helping with homework and projects.
Helped maintain a structured and efficient learning environment by providing timely feedback, grading assignments, and supporting students with course materials.
Developed strong interpersonal skills while interacting with students and faculty, sharpened problem-solving abilities, and gained deeper insights into software requirement engineering methodologies and practices.
Software Engineering Intern | Eycon | 01/2014 - 08/2014
Database Designing – Designed and implemented a database tailored to meet specific project requirements. Developed an entity-relationship diagram (ERD) and structured the database schema to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval while adhering to best practices.
Requirement Engineering – Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, transforming them into detailed technical specifications. Conducted requirements elicitation, documentation, and validation processes to bridge the gap between client needs and technical solutions, ensuring clarity and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Quality Assurance – Performed comprehensive testing of software applications to identify and resolve defects, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Created detailed test cases, executed functional, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT), and collaborated with the development team to maintain quality standards.
Teaching Assistant - Object-Oriented Programming | Riphah International University | 09/2013 - 12/2013
Assisted the primary instructor during lab sessions by providing hands-on guidance and support to students in understanding and implementing Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts.
Facilitated students in writing, debugging, and optimizing code to enhance their programming skills.
Explained complex programming paradigms, such as inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, and abstraction, through practical examples and problem-solving sessions.
Reviewed and provided constructive feedback on students’ lab assignments, fostering improvement in coding practices and logical thinking.
Addressed student queries and clarified doubts to ensure a thorough understanding of lab tasks and course objectives.


Software Development Lead
HQ SOF
12/2021 - Present
Wulo, Nigeria
Developed a mobile platform connecting local buyers, sellers, and delivery agents for a seamless commerce experience. Enabled features like real-time order tracking, delivery options, and self-pickup. Provided sellers with easy product management and delivery agents with route navigation and performance-based earnings, simplifying local shopping and delivery.
Live Mall, Canada
Designed and developed the architecture for an innovative e-commerce platform that connects stores with customers through live streaming. Led the implementation of real-time product showcases, enabling direct engagement between sellers and buyers. Managed the development of key features, including live streams, streamlined sign-up processes, category-based store search, and a tipping/gifting system. Integrated VIP perks for select sellers while ensuring a user-friendly platform to enhance customer interaction and streamline the purchasing experience in e-commerce.
E-Visit, USA
Designed and developed the scalable architecture for the telemedicine platform, enabling secure, 24/7 healthcare services. Led the implementation of key features, including instant patient-provider connections, schedule management, e-prescriptions, and data security. Directed a development team to deliver high-quality, user-friendly solutions on time, aligning technical strategies with business goals to redefine telehealth efficiency and accessibility.
System Integration Specialist
Evamp & Saanga
01/2020 - 11/2021
NitroSwitch, Nigeria
As a Team Lead, I was responsible for overseeing the integration with MTN, Airtel, 9Mobile, GLO, and NTEL. Additionally, my role encompassed onboarding service providers, conducting test activities, monitoring and coordinating routine development tasks, managing documentation, and training teams for support.
Software Engineer - Integration
Evamp & Saanga
08/2016 - 12/2019
Ministry of Electricity & Water, Kuwait
Developed the Administrator Portal to manage complaints, configurations, FAQs, notifications, self-care UIs, store locator, support features, tariffs, and tips. Also created a detailed Admin Guide.
Azerfon, Azerbaijan
Led the development of APIs in the application server layer, consuming ESB services and supporting integration with Android and iOS teams.
Saudi Telecom, Saudi Arabia
Documented and tested 59 APIs, including URLs, headers, request/response details, and methods, for STC and Ericsson technical teams.
Jazz Cash Corporate Portal, Pakistan
Collaborated on system architecture design and developed a customer care portal with a reporting module for user journeys, credit card payments, and offers.
Etisalat ESDP, UAE
Created and maintained an implementation and administration guide detailing configurations, solution overviews, sequence diagrams, and annotated portal screenshots.
CMMI – Configuration Management, Pakistan
Led Configuration Management for CMMI Level 2 certification, preparing documentation for procedures, plans, review checklists, and traceability matrices.
Bakcell, Azerbaijan
Developed an admin portal for managing users, roles, and notifications, with multilingual FCM notifications and detailed ESB layer report logs.
Orange RoamKit, Jordan
Designed and implemented APIs for Android/iOS apps, managing App Server and ESB Layers to ensure seamless SOAP and REST API integration.
My Telenor App, Pakistan
Developed secure APIs for Android/iOS platforms, integrated with ESB for smooth communication and data exchange.
Teaching Assistant - Advance Computer Programming
Riphah International University
09/2015 - 12/2015
Assisted the main lecturer by conducting lab sessions focused on Java programming, providing hands-on support to students.
Guided students through understanding and implementing complex Java concepts, offering detailed explanations of advanced topics.
Helped students troubleshoot and debug their Java programs, ensuring they developed problem-solving skills and understood error resolution.
Provided one-on-one support during lab exercises, offering tailored assistance on assignments and helping students gain confidence in their coding abilities.
Facilitated discussions on key programming principles in Java, encouraging students to think critically and apply their knowledge to real-world coding problems.
Maintained a productive and collaborative lab environment, fostering teamwork among students and ensuring they had the resources they needed to succeed.
Ensured students grasped core Java topics, including Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), collections, multithreading, and file I/O, and applied them effectively in their coding projects.
Senior Development Intern
Center for Research in Distributed & Supercomputing
03/2015 - 12/2015
Developed University Education Management System (UEMS) as Final Year Project.
Documented eight subsystems of campus management – Academic Management System, User Management System, Course Registration System, Attendance Management System, Assessment & Transcript System, Examination System, Admission Management System, and Finance Management System.
Focused on implementing the Academic Management System, User Management System, and Course Registration System in the second phase.
Created a foundation for future development, aiming to benefit its intended users once fully developed.
Gained experience in system design, web development, and cloud computing technologies.
Teaching Assistant – Software Requirement Engineering at Riphah International University
02/2015 - 05/2015
Provided valuable support to students in understanding and applying advanced concepts in software requirement engineering.
Assisted students with complex topics, helping them break down and apply software engineering principles in practical scenarios.
Collaborated with the professor to address questions and offer additional resources to help students grasp difficult concepts.
Evaluated and provided constructive feedback on student assignments and projects, offering guidance for improvement in technical analysis and documentation.
Contributed to creating a collaborative atmosphere, encouraging students to engage in discussions and seek further clarification on course materials.
Teaching Assistant – Software Requirement Engineering
Riphah International University
09/2014 - 12/2014
Assisted the professor in delivering course content, facilitating learning, and ensuring an engaging classroom experience for students throughout the semester.
Worked closely with the professor to address students’ questions, provide clarification on complex topics, and offer additional resources to reinforce learning.
Supported students during class activities, ensuring they understood the key concepts of software requirement engineering and could apply them effectively.
Offered personalized assistance to students by addressing their individual learning needs, clarifying difficult concepts, and helping with homework and projects.
Helped maintain a structured and efficient learning environment by providing timely feedback, grading assignments, and supporting students with course materials.
Developed strong interpersonal skills while interacting with students and faculty, sharpened problem-solving abilities, and gained deeper insights into software requirement engineering methodologies and practices.
Software Engineering Intern
Eycon
01/2014 - 08/2014
Database Designing – Designed and implemented a database tailored to meet specific project requirements. Developed an entity-relationship diagram (ERD) and structured the database schema to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval while adhering to best practices.
Requirement Engineering – Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, transforming them into detailed technical specifications. Conducted requirements elicitation, documentation, and validation processes to bridge the gap between client needs and technical solutions, ensuring clarity and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
Quality Assurance – Performed comprehensive testing of software applications to identify and resolve defects, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Created detailed test cases, executed functional, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT), and collaborated with the development team to maintain quality standards.
Teaching Assistant – Object-Oriented Programming
Riphah International University
09/2013 - 12/2013
Assisted the primary instructor during lab sessions by providing hands-on guidance and support to students in understanding and implementing Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts.
Facilitated students in writing, debugging, and optimizing code to enhance their programming skills.
Explained complex programming paradigms, such as inheritance, polymorphism, encapsulation, and abstraction, through practical examples and problem-solving sessions.
Reviewed and provided constructive feedback on students’ lab assignments, fostering improvement in coding practices and logical thinking.
Addressed student queries and clarified doubts to ensure a thorough understanding of lab tasks and course objectives.


System Integration Specialist
01/2020 - 11/2021
Software Engineer - Integration
08/2016 - 12/2019
Senior Development Intern
03/2015 - 12/2015
Teaching Assistant – Software Requirement Engineering
09/2014 - 05/2015
Teaching Assistant – Object-Oriented Programming
09/2013 - 12/2013
Achievements
Project Coordinator
PACCE Event 2015 - RIU
Vice Chancellor’s List
Fall 2015, Spring 2015, Fall 2014 - RIU
Dean’s List
Fall 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012 - RIU
President of the Sports Society
2010 - 2011 - IGSC
Event Organizer
Junior Youth Summit Nov 2010 - IGSC
Table Tennis Champion
2009 - 2011 - IGSC
Best Athlete
2009 - 2010 - IGSC
Best Athlete
2009 - 2010 - IGSC
President of the Sports Society
2010 - 2011 - IGSC
Event Organizer
Junior Youth Summit Nov 2010 - IGSC
Table Tennis Champion
2009 - 2011 - IGSC
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About
I’m an Agile Software Development Lead with 8+ years of experience, combining technical expertise and a focus on user-friendly solutions. I collaborate with diverse teams, including designers, developers, and stakeholders, to build secure and intuitive services. With a Project Management degree, I successfully guide projects from start to finish, ensuring they meet deadlines and objectives.
As a developer and Integration Engineer, I specialize in solving complex technical challenges and working closely with stakeholders. My goal is to deliver high-quality solutions that align with business needs and project goals.

Testimonials

John Roberts
Rafae Saleem’s leadership ensured our project met every milestone. His strategic vision kept our team aligned

Emily Carter
Under Rafae’s guidance, our web platform launch was a resounding success—seamless execution and great results!

Michael Thompson
Rafae led our product development with precision, balancing innovation and efficiency to meet tight deadlines.

Sophia Wilson
Our security enhancement project wouldn’t have succeeded without Rafae’s strategic oversight and problem-solving expertise.

David Richardson
Rafae streamlined our development workflow, ensuring smooth deployments and operational excellence in every phase.

Olivia Harris
As project lead, Rafae ensured transparency, collaboration, and flawless execution—driving our project to success.

James Miller
Rafae led our app development project with clarity and focus, making complex tasks feel effortless.

Charlotte Evans
Rafae’s leadership kept our team motivated and on track, delivering a polished iOS app ahead of schedule.

Benjamin Clark
Thanks to Rafae’s project management, our Android application launch was smooth, efficient, and highly impactful.

Emma Collins
With Rafae leading our web development project, we achieved remarkable results and an outstanding user experience.