Umar Farooq Waheed

• Enhanced loan processing platform using Golang and Python microservices, focusing on scalability and reliability • Improved data integration pipelines between ANZ and external financial sources • Automated workflows and reduced operational overhead through scripting and CI/CD improvements • Actively participated in technical discussions and architectural planning sessionsLed the enhancement of a loan processing platform, achieving scalability and reliability improvements that streamlined operations.

• Led backend modernization for enterprise clients (eFinancialCareers, Extreme Networks) • Built high-throughput APIs with Golang, FastAPI, and Java, integrating with LLMs for analytics • Drove adoption of TDD, CI/CD, and microservices best practices • Actively collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integrationFostered strong relationships with product management to align development efforts with business goals, resulting in timely feature releases.

• Migrated core systems to serverless Golang microservices on AWS Lambda • Designed REST/gRPC APIs with caching, rate limiting, and async workflows • Improved DB performance using Gorm ORM and PostgreSQL optimizations • Implemented gRPC and Protocol Buffers for efficient microservice communication

• Developed Algomint’s bridge for asset minting and a multi-signature wallet in Golang • Applied Domain-Driven Design and hexagonal architecture to backend systems • Conducted code reviews and reduced technical debt by 20% • Worked with Algorand SDK for blockchain integration