Mohd Shafqat

Full Stack Developer

Betak Plus • Full-time

Apr 2025 - Present • 1 yr 2 mos

Currently leading all technical efforts at an early-stage startup, where I’m building the entire product from the ground up — independently handling backend, frontend, infrastructure, and product architecture. As the product matures, I’ve also initiated the hiring process to grow the development team and scale our technical capabilities. Key responsibilities and accomplishments: • Built the core product architecture end-to-end using Django and React • Integrated multiple third-party APIs and services including AWS, Twilio and Google APIs • Developed and deployed multiple payment gateways (PayPal, Stripe, Square & Authorize.net) • Implemented multi-layered user verification systems for secure onboarding • Managed all technical procurement — from domain setup to cloud infrastructure • Created a scalable, secure, and production-ready system with minimal external support • Wrote clean, well-documented codebases to ensure maintainability and future team onboarding This role combines hands-on full stack development with full ownership of product delivery, architecture decisions, team expansion and growth-enabling tech choices.

Full Stack Developer

Freelance Web Designer • Freelance

Jul 2023 - Apr 2025 • 1 yr 9 mos

As a freelance Full Stack Developer, I delivered complete web solutions for multiple clients, focusing on practical, cost-effective development using Django and modern web tools. Key contributions: • Built full-stack applications from scratch, with custom admin panels and full CRUD functionality • Implemented secure user authentication systems • For specific client I design and used Google Sheets as a low-cost database solution to meet client budget constraints • Created clear, well-structured documentation to support smooth handovers to future developers • Worked directly with clients to gather requirements, iterate quickly, and deliver results on time • Wrote clean, maintainable, and scalable code, optimized for performance and readability This freelance experience strengthened my ability to think like a product owner — solving real problems with minimal resources while maintaining quality and long-term maintainability.

Software Developer

Gems Essence Infotech PVT LTD • Full-time

Feb 2022 - Jul 2023 • 1 yr 5 mos

During the final semester of my MCA, I was hired for my strong Python technical skills and transitioned into the role of a RoR Developer. Over the course of my work, I contributed to six diverse projects, gaining experience in both back-end and front-end development. I expanded my expertise by working with cutting-edge technologies such as Ruby on Rails (RoR), GraphQL, React, jQuery, and RSpec, while managing databases using PostgreSQL and MySQL. Key Projects: • Gems Essence - Candidates Portal: Developed a seamless portal for job seekers to apply directly in Gems Essence for specific job openings. • Richardson Sales Performance (RSP): Built a trainer portal that enabled instructors to track customer learning progress and manage upcoming course recommendations. • Vyturys: Implemented a user-friendly interface for readers to simultaneously engage with multiple books, add bookmarks, and manage their reading activities. • UCView: Created an intuitive platform that allows customers to design advertisements and preview how they will appear across various mediums like mobile, television, social media, and newspapers. • Gomus: Developed a ticketing system that sends tickets instantly to customers via email and displays them on-screen upon booking confirmation.