
Syed Raza Ahmed
Verified Expert in Engineering
Full-stack Software Developer
Lahore, Pakistan
Toptal member since June 11, 2026
Raza is a full-stack software engineer with over 7 years of experience in scalable web platforms and AI-enabled solutions. Their expertise spans front- and back-end development, cloud infrastructure, and real-time systems, with notable work at Cretive Bugs, Norgic AB, and Technology Wisdom. Raza introduced CI/CD pipelines that reduced deployment time by 60% and led the transition to Next.js, cutting server costs by 25%.
Portfolio
Experience
- WordPress - 7 years
- React - 5 years
- Node.js - 5 years
- TypeScript - 4 years
- Flutter - 4 years
- MongoDB - 4 years
- AI Engineering - 3 years
- PostgreSQL - 3 years
Preferred Environment
AWS IoT, Firebase, Jira, Claude Code, Cursor AI, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), GitHub, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), VPS, Docker
The most amazing...
...deployment process I've improved involved introducing CI/CD pipelines that cut deployment time by 60%.
Work Experience
Full-stack Developer | AI Engineer
Creative Bugs
- Led engineering efforts on scalable full-stack applications built with MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js, contributing to 10+ production-ready projects.
- Designed and implemented RESTful APIs supporting 10,000+ daily requests while maintaining strong system reliability.
- Introduced code review practices and CI/CD pipelines through GitHub Actions, cutting deployment time by 60%.
- Supported junior developers with guidance on React architecture, TypeScript adoption, and modern development standards.
- Worked closely with product teams in Agile/Scrum environments to deliver features within sprint timelines.
Front-end Engineer
Norgic AB
- Built responsive and reusable React components for an enterprise SaaS platform serving 10,000+ active users.
- Improved application performance by roughly 40% through code splitting, lazy loading, and front-end optimization.
- Converted design requirements into polished, responsive interfaces using modern CSS techniques and component libraries.
Web Engineer
Technology Wisdom
- Delivered 20+ custom WordPress solutions, including eCommerce websites integrated with WooCommerce and Shopify.
- Developed tailored plugins and themes aligned with WordPress coding standards and maintainable development practices.
- Optimized site performance and SEO, helping clients improve search visibility by an average of 35%.
Experience
Buff Dudes Fitness App
https://thebuff.app50,000+ users, 5,000+ daily active users, and 400,000+ revenue generated
Buff Dudes App is a fitness and lifestyle platform designed to help users achieve their health goals through personalized workout programs and progress-tracking tools. The app offers a user-friendly interface for accessing structured fitness routines, logging exercises, and tracking progress over time. Additionally, users can explore a variety of workouts, set personal goals, and engage with Buff Dudes’ community-driven content, all tailored to enhance their fitness journey and overall well-being.
A gamified fitness-tracking app, it lets users follow guided workout plans, create custom routines, and track progress across factors like strength, endurance, and stamina. The app includes video tutorials, muscle-group visuals, and gamification features such as XP and medals. Built with a focus on intuitive UI and community engagement, Buff transforms workouts into a fun and rewarding experience for fitness enthusiasts of all levels.
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Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Software Engineering
Comsats Institute of Information Technology - Lahore, Pakistan
Faculty of Science Intermediate Program in Engineering
Punjab College - Lahore, Pakistan
Certifications
Claude 101
Anthropic
Claude Code 101
Anthropic
Skills
Libraries/APIs
React, Node.js, React Router, Firebase Web SDK, Stripe API, REST APIs, Stripe, Stripe Connect, TensorFlow
Tools
Firebase Authentication, Jira, Bitbucket, Seos, Atlassian, GitLab, Claude Code, GitHub, Claude
Frameworks
Express.js, Next.js, Flutter, MediaPipe
Platforms
WordPress, WooCommerce, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Firebase, Twilio, Shopify, Android, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Docker, AWS IoT
Storage
MongoDB, Firebase Realtime Database, PostgreSQL, Redis, Databases, MySQL
Languages
TypeScript, Python, CSS, Java, PHP, JavaScript, SQL
Industry Expertise
Healthcare
Other
OpenAI, Gemini, MCP tools, Vapi, Nano Banana, AI Engineering, Back-end, Front-end, Full-stack Development, APIs, API Integration, Web Development, Agentic AI, Full-stack, Prompt Engineering, Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), Back-end Development, Billing, Integration, GitHub Actions, ElevenLabs, Speech-to-Text (STT), Text-to-Speech (TTS), CI/CD Pipelines, AI Tools, RESTFul APIs, Product Management, Supabase, Software Architecture, WebSockets, Cursor AI, VPS, Operating Systems, Algorithms, Data Structures, Machine Learning, Calendars, AI Agents, AI Voice Agents, CRM, Artificial Intelligence (AI), HIPAA, RAG Systems, Large Language Models (LLMs)
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