Muhammad Umar

Led the design and technical solution for TeamViewer’s B2C customer portal and B2B partner portal, gathering requirements and preparing comprehensive solutions, upgraded the Magento platform to the latest version, ensuring system stability and enhanced functionality, and Integrated Dynamics 365 with Magento via Azure Service Bus for seamless data flow and real-time updates.

Implemented single sign-on (SSO) to streamline access for customers and partners, enhancing user experience. Developed and deployed a single-page checkout solution for the partner portal, fully integrated with 3rd-party systems to provide dynamic pricing based on partner profiles. Successfully rolled out up to 120 stores across different countries, tailoring product suggestions, services, and payment methods to each region.

Refactored the existing codebase to align with modern PHP standards, improving code quality and maintainability. Upgraded outdated modules and documented all changes for future reference. Conducted unit, integration, and MTTF tests to ensure services consistently delivered the desired outcomes, reinforcing reliability and performance across the platform.

Pioneered one of the 1st Magento 2-based progressive web applications (PWAs) in Pakistan, built on the Magento Commerce Cloud with GitHub integration for automated deployments. The project was centered around creating a highly responsive and feature-rich eCommerce platform.

As a key contributor, I developed and optimized GraphQL scripts to support critical PWA features, including payment methods, shipping options, and seamless integration with Algolia for enhanced search capabilities. I also Implemented Shop Pay, streamlining the checkout process and improving the overall user experience.

Addressed and resolved site performance issues by fixing bugs and optimizing existing functionality, ensuring the site operated smoothly and efficiently. Added new features to enhance user engagement and sales conversion, including the implementation of PayPal's Pay Later functionality, offering customers flexible payment options.

My efforts were instrumental in delivering a cutting-edge eCommerce solution that set new standards for PWAs in the region.

Developed a high-performance eCommerce application for Kent Building Supplies, built on Magento 2 Commerce and hosted on the Magento Cloud. This platform was engineered to manage high traffic volumes and deliver a seamless user experience, particularly during peak periods.

I was instrumental in building front-end functionalities, ensuring a responsive and user-friendly interface. Led the integration with 3rd-party systems, including the development of custom shipping methods integrated with Dynamics 365, offering customers precise and flexible delivery options.

Additionally, I provided strategic solutions and architectural designs to enhance system performance, focusing on load balancing and optimizing the platform to handle peak traffic efficiently. As part of my role, I reviewed code to ensure adherence to coding standards, reviewed and merged pull requests, and managed the entire release cycle, including creating and deploying releases to production. My contributions were key in maintaining code quality and ensuring the platform's smooth and reliable operation.

Led the design and development of the KentPro project, a B2B eCommerce platform built from scratch as an upgraded version of Kent.ca. This project introduced advanced functionalities such as rewards and loyalty points integration, real-time price synchronization, and product recommendations powered by Klevu.

My role encompassed the entire project lifecycle, from gathering requirements and allocating resources to estimating efforts and ensuring high performance. I implemented custom payment solutions and shipping methods, tailored to meet the complex needs of B2B customers.

Additionally, I developed a comprehensive feature to manage company roles and user access levels, enabling businesses to control sub-account permissions, including which shipping and payment methods were available to sub-accounts. This functionality provided greater flexibility and control for companies managing multiple users under one account.

The project also involved extensive third-party integration with Dynamics 365, ensuring seamless communication and data exchange. My leadership and technical expertise were crucial in delivering a robust, scalable, and user-friendly B2B platform that significantly enhanced the client’s digital capabilities.

Developed a hybrid mobile application using Flutter, with a robust back end on Magento 2, hosted on private banking servers featuring multiple security layers. The application was built for Al-Rajhi Bank as a secure and efficient marketplace platform where multiple vendors can sell their products.

Leveraging both custom and out-of-the-box Magento REST APIs, I created a seamless integration between the mobile front end and the Magento back end. The app also incorporates a sophisticated rewards and loyalty points system, dynamically adjusting based on vendor activities and customer engagement. My work ensured that the application not only met stringent security requirements but also provided a user-friendly and scalable marketplace solution, enhancing the bank's digital services.

Contributed to the development of a marketplace platform for Bank Al-Falah, built on Magento 2, enabling multiple vendors to register and sell their products. This eCommerce solution provided a secure and scalable environment for diverse vendors, enhancing the bank’s digital offerings.

My primary role focused on developing and implementing front-end features, including payment methods and single sign-on (SSO), to streamline the user experience. I also created custom modules tailored to the specific needs of the platform and worked diligently to identify and resolve bugs, ensuring a smooth and reliable user interface. My contributions were key in delivering a robust and user-friendly marketplace that met the bank’s high standards for security and performance.

Developed an eCommerce platform for a leading Pakistani clothing brand with over 100 stores worldwide and a strong national and international presence and the project was built on Magento 2, featuring integration with Dynamics 365 to streamline operations and enhance functionality.

My role encompassed building both front-end and back-end features, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. I also provided REST APIs to support the brand’s mobile application, facilitating smooth integration and data exchange between the mobile app and the Magento back end. This project successfully supported the brand’s extensive retail operations and digital presence, offering a robust and scalable solution for managing their global market.

Developed a comprehensive sports website with both front-end and back-end built on Magento 2, complemented by a mobile application created using Flutter. The mobile app was seamlessly integrated with Magento 2 through REST APIs to ensure a cohesive user experience across platforms.

My role involved providing and customizing REST APIs to support the mobile app's features, building them from scratch to meet specific requirements. Key functionalities included home content management, layered navigation for improved product discovery, and integrations for payment and shipping methods. My work ensured that the mobile application was fully synchronized with the Magento 2 back end, delivering a robust and efficient sports eCommerce solution.