Top Talent like Faisal are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Faisal Irfan

Backend Engineer •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Engineering Manager | Solution Delivery | Strategic Leadership Expert at driving innovation, exceeding expectations, and fostering growth in engineering.
As a dynamic and results-focused professional, I bring a wealth of experience in engineering project management, strategy development, and process innovation to drive business growth. With a consistent track record of successfully steering complex technical projects, I am adept at collaborating closely with clients and surpassing expectations in alignment with set goals. My passion lies in translating intricate technical concepts into tangible, relatable solutions for non-technical stakeholders. Through clear communication and empathetic understanding, I ensure the fulfillment of client expectations. Moreover, my ability to navigate diverse responsibilities concurrently enables me to manage tasks efficiently and deliver results on time. As a solution-oriented individual, I thrive on identifying problems and uncovering previously unexplored avenues for effective resolutions. With a focus on researching and utilizing emerging technologies, I continuously strive to enhance engineering solutions delivery. My dedication to driving best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement has been instrumental in achieving organizational success. I excel in streamlining processes, balancing priorities, and implementing risk controls to drive technological transformation. By leading the execution of strategic plans, I have supported teams to achieve operational efficiencies and deliver results with precision. My creative and intuitive problem-solving approach has led to the implementation of industry-leading practices. One of my greatest joys is cultivating and leading high-performing teams and nurturing future leaders. Through strategic guidance and unwavering support, I am known for empowering team members to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to organizational objectives. With a focus on implementing robust software architecture and leveraging cutting-edge AWS services, I've spearheaded numerous successful projects. My collaborative approach to deriving technical solutions fosters innovation and drives results in a rapidly evolving landscape. As a results-oriented strategist, I possess a keen ability to analyze industry trends and position businesses for success. By aligning long-term objectives with day-to-day operations, I drive strategic initiatives that propel organizations forward. Let's connect to explore opportunities for collaboration & discuss how my expertise can contribute to your organization's success. Together, we can turn visions into realities & embark on a journey toward unparalleled innovation and growth.

Work History

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Engineering Manager

EpturaCurrently, I serve as a Sr. Engineering Manager and focus on achieving all short- and long-term goals while spearheading the end-to-end delivery and maintenance of calendars, preferences/settings, auth service, and platform services for iOffice/Eptura. To elevate team performance and prevent potential delays by analyzing data obtained from automated tracking systems for the detection of trends and anomalies, I engage in extensive collaboration with developers and QA through bi-weekly 1:1 meetings. Key Accomplishments: - Led cross-functional collaboration and directed a dynamic team of 15-30 professionals in Software Engineering and Quality Assurance for successful project delivery. - Implemented the release process for new and existing modules, ensuring smooth integration and efficient deployment. - Optimized scalability and efficiency in software development and deployment through the transition of iOffice's monolithic application architecture to a microservices-based model.
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Senior Fullstack Engineer / Senior Engineering Manager (Software Architect)

AIVATEKApr 2017 - Mar 2021 • 4 yrsIn this role, I guided sales and marketing teams to pinpoint client requirements and craft tailored engineering solutions for maximum satisfaction. As a subject matter expert, I supported various startups, such as HeyDay Now in constructing customized platforms on AWS infrastructure. Key Accomplishments: - Devised efficient maintenance schedules, leading to minimized production downtime. - Enhanced the cost structure of the engineering team by integrating offshore resources. - Focused on continuous improvement in engineering processes, modified workflows, and implemented effective project management strategies for overall effectiveness. - Contributed to the efficient delivery of $2.5M worth of software development and tech services across various tech stacks. - Leveraged a diverse array of AWS services, including Cloud Formation, Kinesis, RDS, S3, ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, IAM, and Cognito to develop and optimize cloud-based solutions.
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Engineering Manager (Senior Software Engineer)

Cross AnalyticsSep 2014 - Apr 2017 • 2 yrs 8 mosAt Cross Analytics (Pvt) Ltd, I played a vital role in transitioning the monolithic Odesk app to a microservices architecture, culminating in the creation of Upwork Inc. Additionally, I developed the Auth service to ensure security across all microservices. Key Accomplishments: - Leveraged expert industry knowledge while recruiting, training, and guiding a technical team of over 20 members. - Designed and implemented Frontend Apps, Backend for Frontend Apps, and APIs for services, such as messages (Dash team), Teams, My Teams, Orgs and permissions, and Settings. - Steered ideal execution of high-profile projects for clients, including OC Tanner Inc. and Finicity Inc. utilizing technologies, such as Spring Boot, Java, and Angular.
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SMTS

PLUMgrid Inc. (Acquired by VMware)Sep 2012 - Aug 2014 • 2 yrsDuring this time, I engineered an operating system with intuitive user interfaces and facilitated the effortless creation and deployment of virtual networks through a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface. Key Accomplishments: - Formulated and employed various network components, including NAT, Bridges, and other essential elements, to enhance network functionality and performance. - Earned accolades from prestigious clients, such as HP and Walmart, showcasing a dedication to providing innovative solutions tailored to their specific requirements. - Established a robust middleware security layer, integrating LDAP authentication to enhance system access control.
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Java Developer - SanMar Inc

JABS Solutions Pvt LimitedFeb 2011 - Oct 2012 • 1 yr 9 mosLeveraging exceptional project management expertise, I efficiently headed the initiation and independent development of multiple projects from conception to completion, along with delivering them to clients for successful adoption. Here, I offered crucial support to the design center team, ensuring adherence to timelines and timely deployment of products into production. Key Accomplishments: - Coordinated Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) processes and devised a custom testing framework using Python to meet defined targets. - Directed the development of advanced search functionalities using Apache Solr, employing technologies, including Spring, Java, Hibernate, JSF, and JS/jQuery. - Tailored and integrated OpenCMS to seamlessly interface with SanMar's custom ERP, facilitating session sharing among multiple applications across different servers, and optimizing performance through caching API calls and microservices.

Education

U

University of Utah

Master of Science - MS, Business Analytics2021 - 2022
Q

Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad

Master of Science - MS, Computer Science2008 - 2011
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Alkhair University (AJK)

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science2003 - 2006
I

IMCB F10-3

ICS2001 - 2003

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Engineering Manager | Solution Delivery | Strategic Leadership Expert at driving innovation, exceeding expectations, and fostering growth in engineering.
As a dynamic and results-focused professional, I bring a wealth of experience in engineering project management, strategy development, and process innovation to drive business growth. With a consistent track record of successfully steering complex technical projects, I am adept at collaborating closely with clients and surpassing expectations in alignment with set goals. My passion lies in translating intricate technical concepts into tangible, relatable solutions for non-technical stakeholders. Through clear communication and empathetic understanding, I ensure the fulfillment of client expectations. Moreover, my ability to navigate diverse responsibilities concurrently enables me to manage tasks efficiently and deliver results on time. As a solution-oriented individual, I thrive on identifying problems and uncovering previously unexplored avenues for effective resolutions. With a focus on researching and utilizing emerging technologies, I continuously strive to enhance engineering solutions delivery. My dedication to driving best practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement has been instrumental in achieving organizational success. I excel in streamlining processes, balancing priorities, and implementing risk controls to drive technological transformation. By leading the execution of strategic plans, I have supported teams to achieve operational efficiencies and deliver results with precision. My creative and intuitive problem-solving approach has led to the implementation of industry-leading practices. One of my greatest joys is cultivating and leading high-performing teams and nurturing future leaders. Through strategic guidance and unwavering support, I am known for empowering team members to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to organizational objectives. With a focus on implementing robust software architecture and leveraging cutting-edge AWS services, I've spearheaded numerous successful projects. My collaborative approach to deriving technical solutions fosters innovation and drives results in a rapidly evolving landscape. As a results-oriented strategist, I possess a keen ability to analyze industry trends and position businesses for success. By aligning long-term objectives with day-to-day operations, I drive strategic initiatives that propel organizations forward. Let's connect to explore opportunities for collaboration & discuss how my expertise can contribute to your organization's success. Together, we can turn visions into realities & embark on a journey toward unparalleled innovation and growth.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Faisal are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Faisal Irfan

Backend Engineer •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

E

Engineering Manager

EpturaCurrently, I serve as a Sr. Engineering Manager and focus on achieving all short- and long-term goals while spearheading the end-to-end delivery and maintenance of calendars, preferences/settings, auth service, and platform services for iOffice/Eptura. To elevate team performance and prevent potential delays by analyzing data obtained from automated tracking systems for the detection of trends and anomalies, I engage in extensive collaboration with developers and QA through bi-weekly 1:1 meetings. Key Accomplishments: - Led cross-functional collaboration and directed a dynamic team of 15-30 professionals in Software Engineering and Quality Assurance for successful project delivery. - Implemented the release process for new and existing modules, ensuring smooth integration and efficient deployment. - Optimized scalability and efficiency in software development and deployment through the transition of iOffice's monolithic application architecture to a microservices-based model.
A

Senior Fullstack Engineer / Senior Engineering Manager (Software Architect)

AIVATEKApr 2017 - Mar 2021 • 4 yrsIn this role, I guided sales and marketing teams to pinpoint client requirements and craft tailored engineering solutions for maximum satisfaction. As a subject matter expert, I supported various startups, such as HeyDay Now in constructing customized platforms on AWS infrastructure. Key Accomplishments: - Devised efficient maintenance schedules, leading to minimized production downtime. - Enhanced the cost structure of the engineering team by integrating offshore resources. - Focused on continuous improvement in engineering processes, modified workflows, and implemented effective project management strategies for overall effectiveness. - Contributed to the efficient delivery of $2.5M worth of software development and tech services across various tech stacks. - Leveraged a diverse array of AWS services, including Cloud Formation, Kinesis, RDS, S3, ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, Event Bridge, DynamoDB, IAM, and Cognito to develop and optimize cloud-based solutions.
C

Engineering Manager (Senior Software Engineer)

Cross AnalyticsSep 2014 - Apr 2017 • 2 yrs 8 mosAt Cross Analytics (Pvt) Ltd, I played a vital role in transitioning the monolithic Odesk app to a microservices architecture, culminating in the creation of Upwork Inc. Additionally, I developed the Auth service to ensure security across all microservices. Key Accomplishments: - Leveraged expert industry knowledge while recruiting, training, and guiding a technical team of over 20 members. - Designed and implemented Frontend Apps, Backend for Frontend Apps, and APIs for services, such as messages (Dash team), Teams, My Teams, Orgs and permissions, and Settings. - Steered ideal execution of high-profile projects for clients, including OC Tanner Inc. and Finicity Inc. utilizing technologies, such as Spring Boot, Java, and Angular.
P

SMTS

PLUMgrid Inc. (Acquired by VMware)Sep 2012 - Aug 2014 • 2 yrsDuring this time, I engineered an operating system with intuitive user interfaces and facilitated the effortless creation and deployment of virtual networks through a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface. Key Accomplishments: - Formulated and employed various network components, including NAT, Bridges, and other essential elements, to enhance network functionality and performance. - Earned accolades from prestigious clients, such as HP and Walmart, showcasing a dedication to providing innovative solutions tailored to their specific requirements. - Established a robust middleware security layer, integrating LDAP authentication to enhance system access control.
J

Java Developer - SanMar Inc

JABS Solutions Pvt LimitedFeb 2011 - Oct 2012 • 1 yr 9 mosLeveraging exceptional project management expertise, I efficiently headed the initiation and independent development of multiple projects from conception to completion, along with delivering them to clients for successful adoption. Here, I offered crucial support to the design center team, ensuring adherence to timelines and timely deployment of products into production. Key Accomplishments: - Coordinated Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) processes and devised a custom testing framework using Python to meet defined targets. - Directed the development of advanced search functionalities using Apache Solr, employing technologies, including Spring, Java, Hibernate, JSF, and JS/jQuery. - Tailored and integrated OpenCMS to seamlessly interface with SanMar's custom ERP, facilitating session sharing among multiple applications across different servers, and optimizing performance through caching API calls and microservices.

Education

U

University of Utah

Master of Science - MS, Business Analytics2021 - 2022
Q

Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad

Master of Science - MS, Computer Science2008 - 2011
A

Alkhair University (AJK)

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science2003 - 2006
I

IMCB F10-3

ICS2001 - 2003

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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