Khizer Arshad, Developer in Toronto, ON, Canada
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Khizer Arshad

Verified Expert  in Engineering

Blockchain Solution Architect and Developer

Location
Toronto, ON, Canada
Toptal Member Since
April 1, 2022

Khizer is a results-driven blockchain developer with extensive experience in spearheading the management, design, development, implementation, and testing of IT solutions. He is a leader with high-impact technical solutions to major business objectives with capabilities that transcend IT operation boundaries. Adept at working with management to prioritize activities and achieve defined project objectives, Khizer can effectively translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Portfolio

Software Alliance
Node.js, PHP, .NET, Customized Blockchains, Enterprise SaaS...
Johnson & Johnson
Blockchain, Blockchain Platforms, Customized Blockchains, Enterprise...
Bazingo Inc
Laravel, iOS, Android, DevOps, Azure, CI/CD Pipelines, Automation, Architecture...

Experience

Availability

Part-time

Preferred Environment

Hyperledger, Solution Design, Architecture, Web3.js, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Responsive Web Design (RWD), Cross-platform App Development, Figma, REST, OpenAI GPT-4 API

The most amazing...

...thing I've created is a crypto trading bot with built-in AI and machine learning (ML).

Work Experience

Chief Technology Officer

2018 - PRESENT
Software Alliance
  • Designed enterprise and non-enterprise solutions and other blockchain-related products.
  • Led the team and addressed the challenges faced by designers, developers, and quality assurance (QA).
  • Developed pre-sales estimation and planning models for system integration projects.
Technologies: Node.js, PHP, .NET, Customized Blockchains, Enterprise SaaS, Mobile Applications, Game Development, Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, React Native, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Mobile, PostgreSQL, Containers, Scalability, Platforms, Test Automation, Solidity, Non-fungible Tokens (NFT), ERC-20, JavaScript, Software Architecture, AWS Fargate, AWS Lambda, Engineering Management, Product Development, Technical Leadership, Terraform, Team Leadership, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Blockchain Platforms, Technical Project Management, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cloud Services, Microservices, Server-side Programming, CTO, Leadership, jQuery, Azure Cloud Services, Linux, Bootstrap 3, Netlify, Gatsby, GitHub, Responsive Web Design (RWD), System Architecture Design, Cloud Infrastructure, Server Infrastructure, Infrastructure, Smart Contracts, Decentralized Systems, Ethereum, Ethereum Smart Contracts, Elasticsearch, Python, Marketing, eCommerce, Product Management, TypeScript, Next.js, Design Patterns, Firebase, Full-stack, Docker, Networks, AWS Cloud Architecture, Enterprise Application Architecture, Unity, Unity Game Assets, 3D Games, Gaming, Technical Consulting, Kubernetes, Software Implementation, Donations, HTML, CSS, UiPath, Web Development, iOS, Android, Cross-platform App Development, Mobile App Development, Web3.js, Front-end, Figma, IT Project Management, IT, Cloud Architecture, Back-end Architecture, APIs, Back-end, Project Management, System Architecture, Requirements Analysis, SQL, Management, Game Production, Unreal Engine, System Design, Vue, BrainTree, Stripe, Laravel Spark, Consulting, Lead Generation, CRM Systems, Hasura, REST, AWS Amplify, AWS Step Functions, AWS AppSync, Google Play Store, App Store, C#, Unity3D, Software Development Management, Team Management, B2B, Engineering, Delivery Management, People Management, Agile Project Management, MySQL, Pandas, Apache Kafka, SCSS, HTML5, Solution Architecture, Full-stack Development, Mobile Payments, MERN Stack, Flutter, Edtech Design, Scrum, Jira, Payment APIs, SOAP, Integration, SEO Tools, Database-driven Web App Development, Consumer-focused Web Development, MEAN Stack, WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Responsiveness, OpenAI GPT-4 API, Three.js, RxJS, 3D, Video Gaming, Agile Software Development, API Integration, Data Structures, Database Architecture, Mobile Development, Cross-platform, Websites, Website Setup, Technical Architecture, IPFS, Payment Gateways, Stripe API, Stripe Checkout, Software Development, PHPUnit, Ethers.js, Design, User Experience (UX)

Blockchain Architect and Consultant

2021 - 2023
Johnson & Johnson
  • Worked on a patent for a blockchain-enabled healthcare system.
  • Led the technical team to turn requirements for blockchain-based products into architected solutions to enable high-value offerings in one or more service lines.
  • Drove the process to mature promising concepts into prototypes that can be exploited in the marketplace.
  • Launched a proof of concept (POC) using blockchain.
Technologies: Blockchain, Blockchain Platforms, Customized Blockchains, Enterprise, Immutable Infrastructure, Hyperledger, Node.js, React, Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), PostgreSQL, Containers, Platforms, Scalability, Non-fungible Tokens (NFT), ERC-20, JavaScript, Software Architecture, AWS Fargate, AWS Lambda, Engineering Management, Product Development, Technical Leadership, Terraform, Team Leadership, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Technical Project Management, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cloud Services, Microservices, Server-side Programming, CTO, Leadership, jQuery, Linux, Bootstrap 3, GitHub, Responsive Web Design (RWD), System Architecture Design, Cloud Infrastructure, Server Infrastructure, Infrastructure, Smart Contracts, Decentralized Systems, Ethereum, Ethereum Smart Contracts, Product Management, TypeScript, Next.js, Design Patterns, Full-stack, Docker, AWS Cloud Architecture, Enterprise Application Architecture, Technical Consulting, Software Implementation, HTML, CSS, Web Development, Web3.js, Front-end, Figma, IT Project Management, IT, Cloud Architecture, Back-end Architecture, APIs, Back-end, Project Management, System Architecture, Requirements Analysis, SQL, Management, System Design, Consulting, REST, Team Management, B2B, Engineering, Delivery Management, People Management, Agile Project Management, Apache Kafka, HTML5, Full-stack Development, MERN Stack, Scrum, Jira, Integration, MEAN Stack, Agile Software Development, API Integration, Data Structures, Database Architecture, Websites, Technical Architecture, Biomedical Skills, Payment Gateways, Software Development, Ethers.js, Design, User Experience (UX)

Solutions Architect

2017 - 2018
Bazingo Inc
  • Developed methodologies for packaged solutions and business transformation projects.
  • Participated in recruiting, resource management, and project staffing activities. Performed as a career counselor.
  • Provided technical, solution development, and project management expertise to various projects throughout the firm, with core solutions to gain a market share.
  • Led and mentored the project team from technical and functional perspectives, including database development, integration development, requirements identification, testing, and project management.
Technologies: Laravel, iOS, Android, DevOps, Azure, CI/CD Pipelines, Automation, Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Mobile, PostgreSQL, Containers, Scalability, Platforms, Test Automation, Solidity, Non-fungible Tokens (NFT), ERC-20, JavaScript, Software Architecture, AWS Lambda, Engineering Management, Product Development, Technical Leadership, Team Leadership, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Blockchain Platforms, Technical Project Management, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cloud Services, Microservices, Server-side Programming, Leadership, jQuery, Azure Cloud Services, Linux, Bootstrap 3, GitHub, Responsive Web Design (RWD), System Architecture Design, Cloud Infrastructure, Server Infrastructure, Infrastructure, Smart Contracts, Decentralized Systems, Ethereum, Ethereum Smart Contracts, Elasticsearch, Python, Marketing, eCommerce, Product Management, Design Patterns, Firebase, Full-stack, Docker, AWS Cloud Architecture, Technical Consulting, Software Implementation, HTML, CSS, UiPath, Web Development, Cross-platform App Development, Mobile App Development, Web3.js, Front-end, Figma, IT Project Management, IT, Cloud Architecture, Back-end Architecture, APIs, Back-end, Project Management, System Architecture, Requirements Analysis, React Native, SQL, Management, System Design, Vue, BrainTree, Stripe, Laravel Spark, Consulting, Lead Generation, CRM Systems, Hasura, REST, AWS Amplify, AWS Step Functions, AWS AppSync, Google Play Store, App Store, C#, Unity3D, Software Development Management, Team Management, Engineering, Delivery Management, People Management, Agile Project Management, MySQL, Pandas, Apache Kafka, SCSS, HTML5, Solution Architecture, Full-stack Development, Mobile Payments, MERN Stack, Edtech Design, Scrum, Jira, Payment APIs, SOAP, Integration, SEO Tools, Database-driven Web App Development, Consumer-focused Web Development, MEAN Stack, WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Responsiveness, Video Gaming, Agile Software Development, API Integration, Data Structures, Database Architecture, Mobile Development, Cross-platform, Websites, Technical Architecture, IPFS, Payment Gateways, Stripe API, Stripe Checkout, Software Development, PHPUnit, Design, User Experience (UX)

Service Engineer

2016 - 2017
Ericsson
  • Led integration activities of installation, testing, and configuration changes for new features and 3rd party applications integrations with the Ericsson Wallet platform.
  • Participated in pre-sales activities when needed. Monitored, analyzed, and predicted trends for system performance and capacity.
  • Contributed to the enhancement of current team processes and team norms.
  • Utilized DevOps methodologies and worked with application developers to guide the development and implementation of applications, systems, and processes.
Technologies: DevOps, Java, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), Big Data, Business Intelligence (BI), Mobile, PostgreSQL, JavaScript, Cloud Services, Microservices, Server-side Programming, jQuery, Linux, Bootstrap 3, GitHub, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Server Infrastructure, Infrastructure, Python, Full-stack, Networks, Enterprise Application Architecture, Technical Consulting, Software Implementation, HTML, CSS, Web Development, iOS, Android, Mobile App Development, IT, Cloud Architecture, Back-end Architecture, APIs, Back-end, System Architecture, Requirements Analysis, SQL, REST, Engineering, MySQL, SCSS, HTML5, Solution Architecture, Full-stack Development, Mobile Payments, Jira, Payment APIs, SOAP, Integration, Database-driven Web App Development, Consumer-focused Web Development, Agile Software Development, API Integration, Data Structures, Database Architecture, Websites, Technical Architecture, Payment Gateways, Software Development

Software Engineer

2015 - 2015
Atomicity Interactive
  • Executed the entire lifecycle of software development. Wrote well-designed, testable, and efficient code. Produced specifications and determined operational feasibility. Integrated software components into a fully functional software system.
  • Generated game scripts and storyboards. Created the visual aspects of the game at the concept stage. Programmed the game using programming languages such as C#.
  • Solved complex technical problems that occurred within the game's production. Disseminated knowledge to colleagues, clients, publishers, and gamers. Understood complex written information, ideas, and instructions.
Technologies: Unity3D, PHP, JavaScript, Java, .NET, Full-stack, Unity, Unity Game Assets, 3D Games, Gaming, Software Implementation, HTML, CSS, Web Development, Android, Cross-platform App Development, Mobile App Development, IT, Cloud Architecture, Back-end Architecture, APIs, Back-end, SQL, Game Development, Game Production, Unreal Engine, REST, App Store, C#, Engineering, SCSS, HTML5, Solution Architecture, Jira, Payment APIs, Integration, Database-driven Web App Development, Consumer-focused Web Development, Agile Software Development, API Integration, Data Structures, Database Architecture, Mobile Development, Cross-platform, Software Development

Johnson & Johnson Health Care Blockchain

Designed a private and hybrid blockchain based on Hyperledger Fabric. The solution was developed on microservices standards. It was designed to be used with off-chain and on-chain data. It was proof of a concept that was successful. It helped Johnson & Johnson to start exploring more in blockchain technology

Crypto Projects

Worked with Parabellum during the peak of COVID-19. They were a US-based startup working on Cosmos-based blockchain. I joined it as their leading blockchain solutions architect. I worked on many Cosmos-based decentralized finance projects like Gravity Bridge, Anatha, exchanges, and other smart contracts.

My biggest achievement was architecting and developing an arbitrage trading bot that got $50 million as funding. I also helped my company to gain a blockchain-based mobile operating system patent.

Conferize - Hybrid Event Managment

https://conferize.com/
Events made easy! The all-included event platform. Build your program, create a stunning website, set up tickets, keep track of people, run your online events, and keep your audience engaged. Built the platform on microservices architecture and running on AWS Fargate. Used eight different technologies, which include:

• Ruby
• Node.js
• GraphQL
• Apollo
• Redis
• Elasticsearch
• AWS Fargate
• React

Eovendo

https://www.eovendo.com/
Eovendo has Denmark's number one cash-back website and mobile app. During COVID-19, Eovendo struggled with business, and they had to reduce costs. I was hired on the project to help them achieve new goals and reduce server costs. The monthly fee was around $8000 per month on Azure. I revamped the whole solution with new technologies and migrated to AWS. Now Eovendo's monthly server costs are under $1000, and they are successfully running the business.

Quaestor Coin - Exchange, Master Nodes, and Trading Bot

Quaestor started with simple multi-level marketing and turned it into something big. Unfortunately, it went down during COVID-19. I worked with Quaestor as a solutions architect designing their blockchain, master nodes, shared master nodes, trading bot, exchange, and live streaming solution.

Languages

PHP, JavaScript, Solidity, HTML, SQL, C#, SCSS, HTML5, Java, Ruby, Go, GraphQL, Rust, Python, TypeScript, CSS

Frameworks

Laravel, Unity, Laravel Spark, .NET, Unity3D, React Native, Bootstrap 3, Next.js, Flutter, Unreal Engine, PHPUnit

Libraries/APIs

Node.js, React, Web3.js, jQuery, Vue, Stripe, Stripe API, AWS Amplify, Pandas, Three.js, RxJS

Tools

AWS Fargate, Figma, Jira, Terraform, GitHub, AWS Step Functions, AWS AppSync, Stripe Checkout

Paradigms

DevOps, Microservices, Server-side Programming, Responsive Web Design (RWD), Enterprise Application Architecture, Back-end Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Management, REST, Agile Project Management, Scrum, Database-driven Web App Development, MEAN Stack, Agile Software Development, Business Intelligence (BI), Automation, Test Automation, Design Patterns, B2B, Mobile Development, Cross-platform, ETL

Platforms

Blockchain, Blockchain Platforms, Hyperledger, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux, Ethereum, iOS, Android, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Mobile, AWS Lambda, Firebase, Docker, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Netlify

Storage

PostgreSQL, MySQL, Database Architecture, Data Integration, Elasticsearch, Redis, Azure Cloud Services, MongoDB, Hasura

Industry Expertise

Project Management, Marketing

Other

Software Engineering, Financial Services, Customized Blockchains, Architecture, Solution Architecture, Full-stack Development, Team Management, Enterprise Architecture, Non-fungible Tokens (NFT), ERC-20, Software Architecture, Engineering Management, Technical Leadership, Team Leadership, Technical Project Management, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Cloud Services, CTO, Leadership, System Architecture Design, Cloud Infrastructure, Server Infrastructure, Infrastructure, Smart Contracts, Decentralized Systems, Ethereum Smart Contracts, eCommerce, Product Management, AWS Cloud Architecture, Unity Game Assets, 3D Games, Gaming, Technical Consulting, Software Implementation, Web Development, Front-end, IT Project Management, IT, Cloud Architecture, APIs, Back-end, System Architecture, Game Production, System Design, Consulting, Software Development Management, Engineering, Delivery Management, People Management, Mobile Payments, MERN Stack, Payment APIs, Integration, Consumer-focused Web Development, Responsiveness, API Integration, Data Structures, Business to Consumer (B2C), Online Payments, Web Platforms, Websites, Technical Architecture, Payment Gateways, Software Development, Ethers.js, Mobile Banking, Enterprise SaaS, Mobile Applications, Game Development, CI/CD Pipelines, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), Big Data, Apollo Server, Migration, Cloud Migration, Solution Design, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), Trading, Containers, Scalability, Analytics, Product Development, Machine Learning, Full-stack, Networks, Donations, Cross-platform App Development, Mobile App Development, Platforms, BrainTree, Lead Generation, CRM Systems, Google Play Store, App Store, Edtech Design, SOAP, SEO Tools, OpenAI GPT-4 API, 3D, Video Gaming, Website Setup, Biomedical Skills, IPFS, Networking, Hardware Load Balancing (HLD), Mobile Wallet, Enterprise, Immutable Infrastructure, Gatsby, WiFi, 802.11S Mesh Networking, UiPath, Design, User Experience (UX)

2011 - 2015

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Lancaster University - Lancaster, UK

SEPTEMBER 2016 - PRESENT

Pentaho Data Integration Fundamentals

Hitachi Vantara (Pentaho)

SEPTEMBER 2016 - PRESENT

Business Analytics User Console

Hitachi Vantara (Pentaho)

MARCH 2016 - PRESENT

Administering BIG-IP v11

F5

FEBRUARY 2016 - PRESENT

Ericsson Wallet Platform Technical Foundation Training

Ericsson

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