Sadia Arshad | Full-Stack Developer & AI Technologist

Summary

Dynamic and innovative Full-Stack Developer with over a decade of experience delivering high-impact web and AI-based solutions. Renowned for expertise in Ruby on Rails, JavaScript (React, Vue.js), and cutting-edge real-time technologies like Hotwire and Stimulus. Adept at crafting secure, scalable, and user-friendly applications with seamless integration of third-party APIs and cloud services.

Passionate about AI innovation, I excel in implementing advanced technologies including text, image, video, speech, and document question-answering solutions, as well as AI-driven database management and SEO optimizations. Skilled in chatbot and voice assistant development, with hands-on experience across diverse industries such as healthcare, e-commerce, and financial services.

Core Competencies

Programming Languages: Ruby, JavaScript, Python
Frameworks & Libraries: Ruby on Rails, Hotwire, Stimulus, React, Vue.js
AI & ML: Text, Image, Vision, Audio, Video Processing; Whisper Models; Embedding Models; Text-to-SQL; AI-based Document Parsing, SEO Tools
API Development & Integration: Twilio, Auth0, Fitbit, Strava, Rapid API; REST, GraphQL, JSON, OAuth
Cloud Services: Google APIs, Azure, AWS, Heroku, DigitalOcean, Docker
Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB
Real-Time Solutions: Real-Time Chat, Chatbots, Voice Assistants, WebSocket, Push Notifications
UI/UX & Optimization: Responsive Design, Tailwind, Bootstrap, Load Balancing, Caching
Cybersecurity: SSL, OAuth, CSRF, Secure Coding
Other: Agile (Scrum, Trello, JIRA), SEO & Analytics (Google Analytics, Webmaster Tools)

Professional Experience

AI-Based Startup Founder

Self-Employed, Islamabad, Pakistan · 2021 – Present

Spearheaded development of AI-powered startups focused on real-world problem-solving.
Designed and implemented AI-driven solutions for text, image, speech, and video processing.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to secure funding, scale operations, and deliver impactful applications.
Integrated advanced AI models into web applications, enhancing performance and usability.

Senior Ruby on Rails Developer

Cooperative Computing, Karachi, Pakistan · Nov 2019 – Nov 2020

Built scalable, secure web applications leveraging Ruby on Rails and modern front-end technologies.
Integrated third-party APIs to enhance functionality and streamline processes for clients.
Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Full-Stack Ruby on Rails Engineer

Daewoo Pakistan Express Bus Service, Lahore · Jan 2016 – Oct 2019

Led development of an online booking system, boosting customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Collaborated with IT teams to modernize the company's digital infrastructure with scalable solutions.

Ruby on Rails Developer

IntensityLabs, Lahore, Pakistan · Jan 2014 – Dec 2015

Engineered robust web applications, ensuring top-tier performance and usability.
Delivered client-focused solutions that exceeded business goals.

SEO Team Lead

EGlobalSolution, Lahore, Pakistan · Oct 2011 – Dec 2013

Developed and implemented SEO strategies that drove significant traffic growth for multiple clients.
Collaborated with development teams to integrate SEO best practices into web projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Virtual University of Pakistan

Languages

English: Fluent Urdu: Native Hindi: Proficient Punjabi: Proficient

References available upon request.