Backend Software Engineer

Waleed Bukhari

I design the APIs and data layers products depend on day to day.

Edge · services · data

3+ years on Node.js backends: Fastify, NestJS, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.

Selected work
3+ years · ProductionEvents · Commerce · DeliveryCurrently · Velzosoft
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Approach

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Stable API contracts

So client apps keep working as the product adds consumers and releases.

02

Schemas you can query later

Data models shaped for how the product actually reads and writes data.

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Automation that stays predictable

Cron jobs, webhooks, and integrations designed to behave in production.

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Tradeoffs you can defend

Choices made for maintainability, so the next engineer is not guessing.

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What I optimize for on every backend

Clear API contracts, maintainable schemas, and Node.js services, so products can grow without constant backend rewrites.

I am a Backend Software Engineer focused on the server-side of products: API design, database modeling, and Node.js services that stay reliable as usage grows.

At Velzosoft I own the Bamrec backend: event management APIs for organizers running thousands of participants. Day to day that means schema design, query optimization, scheduled automation, real-time features, and third-party integrations on Fastify, MongoDB, and Firebase.

Earlier work covered multi-vendor commerce and food delivery backends. The same habits across domains: clear contracts, maintainable schemas, and code the next engineer can reason about.

If you are hiring for backend engineering (Node.js, NestJS, Fastify, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL) and need someone who treats production as the constraint, I would welcome a conversation.

Based in
Multan, Pakistan
Currently
Velzosoft · Bamrec
Focus
APIs · Data layers · Node.js
Education
B.S. Computer Engineering, BZU
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Contracts that age with the product

APIs designed so clients stay stable across releases, with fewer silent breakages later.

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Schemas that stay queryable

Data models shaped for how the product actually reads and writes, not only for the first feature.

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Production as the constraint

Automation and integrations built to behave under real conditions, not only in demos.

[02]

A calm setup for focused remote work

Backend work needs long, uninterrupted sessions. This desk is built for that. Select any instrument for the specs.

The full bench

Station

The full bench

Where schemas get revised, APIs get shipped, and production work gets done. A Multan workspace built for long backend sessions.

  • Dell 32″ 2K LED
  • Intel Core i5 · 8th gen
  • 16 GB RAM
  • Ubuntu Linux
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Roles where backends served real users

Events, commerce, and food delivery. Each role deepened ownership of APIs, data, and day-to-day production work.

Feb 2024 - Present·2 yr 7 mo

Backend Engineer

VelzosoftNow

Multan, Pakistan

  • Design and maintain backend infrastructure and APIs using Node.js, Fastify, MongoDB, and Firebase for the Bamrec event management platform.
  • Built dynamic modules for supply inventory management and event schedule templating, supporting reusable, rule-based configurations.
  • Revamped the event check-in system: improved throughput and gave organizers real-time attendance visibility.
  • Implemented a cron-based scheduled email system enabling organizers to automate personalized communications around key event milestones.
  • Integrated a news module with like, comment, reply, and reaction features to drive participant engagement.

Node.js · Fastify · MongoDB · Firebase · TypeScript · Cron Jobs

Nov 2023 - Jan 2024·2 mo

Backend Developer

Crazy Tech AI Innovation Labs

Multan, Pakistan

  • Built the Tiger IT multi-vendor e-commerce backend from scratch, from user registration through full order lifecycle management.
  • Implemented real-time buyer/seller chat via Socket.io, and role-based authorization for sellers, buyers, and delivery riders.
  • Integrated Cloudinary, Twilio, Geocode, and Google/Apple OAuth; configured rate limiting, IP blocking, and sanitization middleware.
  • Set up Winston and Morgan for structured logging and system monitoring.

Node.js · Express · TypeScript · MongoDB · Socket.io · JWT

Aug 2022 - Oct 2023·1 yr 2 mo

Junior Backend Developer

Keybotix Solutions

Multan, Pakistan

  • Developed and maintained backend APIs for an international food delivery application using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB.
  • Implemented core modules: food ordering, cart, search, messaging, profile management, and order tracking.
  • Contributed to scalable backend architecture supporting consistent performance across the platform.

Node.js · Express · MongoDB

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How people describe working with me

LinkedIn recommendations from managers and peers I shipped with. Useful context for how I operate on a team.

[REF-01]Manager

Muhammad Ahmad Mahmood

Forward Deployed Engineer

2024-06

LinkedIn ↗

Engineering a solution properly before jumping into implementation

I worked with Waleed in our team, and he's one of those rare people who does far more than what's asked. He didn't just write solid code, he genuinely cared about the product.

He'd regularly bring me smart suggestions on how to improve things, and he had this great habit of thinking through and engineering a solution properly before jumping into implementation. That saved the team a lot of headaches down the line.

As his manager, what I valued most was how proactive and reliable he was. I could hand him something and trust it would get done right, and he'd often spot issues or improvements no one else had caught. He treated the project like it was his own.

Any team would be lucky to have him. Highly recommended.

Mahmood·verified on LinkedIn
[REF-02]Peer

Ehtisham Khan

Node.js Developer at Design Henge

2024-06

LinkedIn ↗

Meticulous attention to detail; solutions that exceed expectations

I had the pleasure of working closely with Waleed during our time together at Game Train for four months, and it is with great enthusiasm that I recommend him as a Back-end Developer. Waleed consistently demonstrated an impressive blend of technical expertise and creative problem-solving throughout our collaboration. His proficiency in back-end technologies was evident in the successful delivery of high-quality solutions.

One of Waleed's standout qualities is his meticulous attention to detail. He approaches each project with a keen eye for precision, ensuring that the final product not only meets but often exceeds expectations. His ability to navigate complex technical challenges and devise innovative solutions showcases a depth of understanding that significantly contributed to our team's success at Game Train.

Beyond his technical skills, Waleed is a joy to work with. His positive attitude, collaborative spirit, and effective communication skills fostered a dynamic and supportive work environment at Game Train. Waleed is not just a skilled developer; he is also a dedicated team player who adds value to any project he undertakes. I am confident that Waleed will continue to excel in his career, and I wholeheartedly recommend him for any future endeavors.

Khan·verified on LinkedIn
[REF-03]Peer

Mubeen Afzal Chattha

Collaborator · Web3 / Node.js

2024-06

LinkedIn ↗

I never felt the need to explain every detail

I recently worked with Waleed on a Web3 project using Node.js and MongoDB for server-side operations. Waleed impressed me at every step. He quickly picks up new concepts, takes suggestions positively, and even shares his own ideas on potential approaches. He is highly skilled with Node.js and MongoDB queries. Waleed is creative, well-versed in his work, and understands tasks thoroughly, delivering efficient results. I never felt the need to explain every detail.

I'm glad to be connected with him, and I know I can always rely on him.

Chattha·verified on LinkedIn
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Tools I reach for to ship backends

A focused Node.js stack (Fastify, NestJS, MongoDB, PostgreSQL), chosen for clarity and maintainability.

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Runtime & Frameworks

Node.js · Express.js · Fastify · NestJS

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Databases

MongoDB · PostgreSQL · Firebase

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APIs & Integrations

REST APIs · JWT / OAuth · Socket.io · Push Notifications · Webhooks · Cron Jobs

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Cloud & DevOps

Docker · AWS / GCP · GitHub Actions · GitLab CI/CD

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Tooling

TypeScript · Git · GitHub · GitLab · Postman

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A good fit looks like

  • Full-time backend engineering roles
  • Remote-first product teams
  • Contract work with clear ownership
  • Problems where reliability matters