Hassaan Tahir

Independent Software Engineer & Logistics Technology Consultant

Self Employed • Self-employed

Apr 2025 - Present • 1 yr 5 mos

Working independently on software development and technology consulting with a strong focus on courier, logistics, last-mile delivery and eCommerce integration. My recent work includes designing and developing courier management workflows, merchant integrations, REST APIs, Shopify applications and WooCommerce plugins connecting eCommerce stores with courier operations. I have also worked on rider pickup and delivery workflows, barcode/QR scanning, shipment tracking, COD processes, operational reporting and logistics system design. Alongside development, I advise businesses and startups on translating operational requirements into practical software architecture, workflows and implementation plans. Technologies include PHP, CodeIgniter, MySQL, JavaScript, REST APIs, Shopify, WordPress and WooCommerce.

Head of IT

Cargo

Oct 2021 - Apr 2025 • 3 yrs 6 mos

Led the development and continuous improvement of software systems supporting courier and logistics operations. Worked across customer, operations and finance workflows, including shipment booking and tracking, pickup and arrival processes, manifesting, delivery operations, COD, billing, reporting and management controls. Designed and enhanced PHP/CodeIgniter and database-driven business applications, APIs, operational reports and automation while supporting day-to-day IT operations. Worked closely with management and operational teams to translate real business requirements into practical software solutions and improve existing processes without disrupting live operations.

Software Engineer

TCS • Full-time

Oct 2010 - Mar 2014 • 3 yrs 5 mos

Progressed from Trainee Developer to Junior Software Engineer while developing and supporting software for large-scale courier and logistics operations. Worked on web and desktop applications, tracking systems, operational information systems, inventory management, warehouse and distribution solutions, database integration and reporting. Contributed to a nationwide Web OMS initiative designed to centralize operational information across distributed locations, as well as tracking architecture connecting major and remote database servers through web services. Responsibilities included application development, database design, data processing, web services, reporting, requirements analysis, system documentation and coordination with operational and technical teams. Technologies included C#, ASP.NET, XML Web Services, Oracle databases, Oracle Forms & Reports and Crystal Reports.