Hassān Ali

Software Engineer

Computer & Software Engineer with over 6 years of experience in developing backend web services, scalable infrastructure, and cross-platform apps, working in B2B/B2C/Web3 organizations. An individual who values teamwork and fosters a positive environment. Well-versed in code best practices, software architecture, operations, and production.

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Technical Skills

Programming

C#, Python, TypeScript, Java, JavaScript, Go, Rust, Solidity, Move, PHP, Bash/Shell

Databases

PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, SQLite

Blockchain

Wallets, RPC, Webhooks, Tenderly, Execution/Consensus

Technologies

Agile, Git, Vim/Nano, JetBrains, Postman/HTTPie, REST APIs, Next.js, React, Node.js, .NET, Jira, Unity, Redis

DevOps

Docker, AWS, GCP, Terraform, Nginx, GitHub Actions, Rancher, Kubernetes, GitLab/Jenkins CI/CD, Azure

Best Practices

SOLID Principles, Event-Driven Architecture, Observer, Builder, State Machine Patterns

Experience

Software Engineer - Backend/DevOps

Puffer Finance

Mar 2024 - Present

Designed and implemented full-stack solutions to automate ETH withdrawals, resolving critical liquidity issues. Saved over $5,000 monthly by optimizing AWS infrastructure and migrating backend to GCP using Terraform IaC. Developed a DB access management Slack app for employee approvals. Managed 7+ deployments across staging and production (ECS, EC2, Lambda). Deployed UniFi Testnet using Optimism L2 rollup, Blockscout, and Docker Compose.

Technologies: Python, TypeScript, Node.js, Next.js, Express, PostgreSQL, Docker, AWS (ECS, EC2, Lambda), GCP, Terraform, GitHub Actions CI/CD, Ethers.js, Web3.js, Ethereum, DeFi, EigenLayer, Liquid Staking, Oracles, Multisig, Rollups, Smart Contracts

Software Engineer - Backend/DevOps

Curfluffle

Jan 2023 - Mar 2024

Developed and released World War 0x for PC, WebGL, iOS, and Android platforms. Led a team of artists, designers, and developers. Improved performance by 135% through runtime optimization. Enhanced security with PHP backend and MySQL database.

Technologies: Solana Blockchain, Helius RPC, NFTs, PHP, C#, Unity3D, Git, SourceTree, Photon Networking, MySQL, Smart Contracts, Web3 Wallets, DAO, IPFS, Metaplex Core

Computer Engineer - Fullstack

Govt of Pakistan

Oct 2020 - Jan 2023

Designed 2 simulators (ATGM & Sniper Rifle) with custom Arduino hardware and sensors. Achieved 95%+ user satisfaction, saving over $1M. Integrated SQLite database for user stats and leaderboards.

Technologies: C++, Arduino IDE, C#, Unity3D, Git, SQL, .NET Framework

Freelance Engineer - Fullstack/Games

Colto SRL

Oct 2021 - Jan 2023

Assisted on Love Diana Dressup and CKN Toys CarHero. Developed Scooby Doo Funfair Scare for Cartoon Network UK. Reduced loading times by 5x using Addressables, achieving 93% client satisfaction.

Technologies: C#, Unity3D, JSLib, Git, SourceTree, Addressables

Intern

Google Summer of Code with XWiki

May 2020 - Sep 2020

Built GitHub Importer extension for XWiki to import GitHub pages and wikis. Supported Markdown with 3 syntax conversions (XWiki, MediaWiki, Creole). Ensured backward compatibility with 87% test coverage.

Technologies: Java, Git, Jira, Jenkins CI/CD, jQuery, Apache Velocity