Ashik

Senior Software Engineer

Kid's Shop • Full-time

Jan 2023 - Feb 2026 • 3 yrs 1 mo

Led end-to-end design and development of scalable, high-performance software solutions, serving thousands of users. Architected and implemented microservices-based systems, improving system reliability and reducing downtime by 30%. Mentored junior developers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical knowledge-sharing sessions. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product, design, and QA to deliver features on time. Optimized application performance through database query tuning, caching strategies, and efficient API design. Drove adoption of CI/CD best practices, reducing deployment cycles by 40%. Contributed to technical decision-making on technology stack selection, system design, and engineering standards. Resolved complex production issues and led incident response efforts to minimize business impact.

Software Engineer

Local Aromas • Full-time

Feb 2019 - Dec 2022 • 3 yrs 10 mos

Developed and maintained the company's web platform powering food tour bookings, cooking class registrations, and wine tasting experiences across Rome, Florence, Venice, and Naples. Built and optimized the e-commerce system for the Italian Online Shop, enabling seamless purchasing of locally designed merchandise. Integrated third-party payment gateways and booking management tools to streamline customer experience. Developed the membership platform for the Local Aromas Family online community, supporting thousands of members worldwide. Implemented responsive, mobile-friendly front-end interfaces using modern web technologies, improving user engagement by 30%. Optimized WordPress-based architecture for performance, SEO, and scalability to handle seasonal traffic spikes. Collaborated with the founding Bianchini family and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Maintained and improved backend APIs for tour scheduling, availability management, and customer communications. Implemented analytics and tracking tools to measure user behavior and improve conversion rates. Ensured website security, uptime, and compliance with EU data privacy regulations (GDPR).