Zain Ali
Full-Stack Software Engineer
7+ years crafting scalable web & mobile applications
About Me
Results-oriented Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 7 years of experience designing, building, and scaling robust web and mobile applications.
I have deep expertise in Laravel, PHP, and modern backend development using Node.js, NestJS, and TypeScript. On the frontend, I'm highly proficient with Vue.js and Angular, with strong experience in cross-platform mobile development using Ionic and Quasar.
I have extensive hands-on experience with Docker and AWS cloud services, deploying and operating production systems that scale reliably. Driven by continuous learning and a strong sense of ownership, I focus on building high-quality, maintainable systems.
Experience
Lead Engineer
AVRillo R&D Ltd London, UK
Leading a team of four developers, architecting scalable solutions for the UK's premier conveyancing service. Overseeing core web applications, internal tooling, deployment processes, and cross-department collaboration.
Senior Full Stack Developer
Digitaltolk Stockholm, Sweden
Maintained and improved microservices for a translation booking platform serving 40k+ government entities with 20k+ daily bookings. Built internal tools and streamlined deployments using AWS.
Full Stack Web Developer
Contrive Solutions Lahore, Pakistan
End-to-end software development for a global IT solutions provider. Designed APIs, built responsive front-end architectures, and ensured cross-platform optimization.
Full Stack PHP Developer
ESP Inspire Lahore, Pakistan
Developed and maintained core product software for this American company, contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle with a focus on optimization and clean code.
Web Developer
Genetic Concepts Lahore, Pakistan
Designed and built web applications using Laravel, working closely with clients to discuss project aims, troubleshoot builds, and scale projects based on feedback.
Skills & Expertise
Backend
Frontend
Mobile
Cloud & DevOps
Databases
Testing & Tools
Projects
Client Dashboard
Mar 2024 - Aug 2024Client-Facing Conveyancing Dashboard
Seamless dashboard for clients to track conveyancing case progress, manage documents, complete e-signatures, and make payments.
- Built milestone tracker with real-time progress for purchase & sale processes
- Integrated e-signature workflow with DocuSign-style document signing
- AI-powered document processing reducing manual review by 60%
AVRillo eMove Web
Feb 2024 - Jul 2024Web Portal for Estate Agents
Web portal empowering estate agents with tools for compliance checks, conveyancing case tracking, performance analytics, and leaderboards.
- Built real-time stats dashboard with conversion rates and income tracking
- Created gamified Agent Championship League with leaderboards
- Integrated WebSocket-based real-time updates via Laravel Reverb
Internal Quote App
Oct 2023 - Apr 2024Internal Conveyancing Operations System
Internal system for conveyancing estimation, performance analytics, AI-powered document processing, and WhatsApp integration.
- Automated memorandum of sale extraction saving hours of manual work
- Built WhatsApp API integration for direct client communications
- Designed pivot-table style reporting with advanced filtering
DigitalTolk
Jan 2023 - Oct 2023Translation Booking Platform
Booking platform matching interpreters with customers, serving 40k+ government entities with 20k+ daily bookings.
- Maintained platform handling 20,000+ daily bookings across Sweden
- Built interpreter matching algorithm with language and availability filters
- Integrated Stripe payments with multi-currency support (SEK/EUR)
Grundsteuerloesung
Nov 2021 - Nov 2022German Property Tax Platform
Consumer application digitalizing property tax submission in Germany, integrating with the government Elster service.
- Led development from scratch to production serving thousands of users
- Integrated with German government Elster API for tax validation & submission
- Built multi-step wizard with identity verification (ID card & bank account)
AVRillo Agent App
Sep 2024 - Dec 2024Mobile Application for Estate Agents
Mobile app enabling estate agents to manage client quotes, track agency performance, and facilitate client instructions.
- Published on Apple App Store with active estate agent user base
- Built quote request flow with multi-step forms and real-time validation
- Implemented push notifications and deep linking for agent engagement
Open Source
why-does-this-exist
TypeScriptA CLI tool that traces git blame, PRs, issues, and reviews to explain legacy code decisions in plain English using AI.
- Traces git blame history to find the PR, issue, and code review behind any line of code
- Uses AI to summarise the full context into a plain English explanation
- Helps developers understand "why" legacy code exists without digging through history manually
laravel-ddd
PHPToolkit for domain driven design (DDD) in Laravel. Added autoload support for event listeners and subscribers from domain directories.
- Implemented automatic discovery and registration of event listeners from domain directories
- Added subscriber support with Dispatcher integration and caching via ddd:optimize
- Maintained backward compatibility — feature is opt-in and coexists with default Laravel discovery
Testimonials
Zain is a top-tier developer and has incredible knowledge of Laravel and the surrounding PHP systems. I've never come across a developer with as much skill in Laravel as Zain has. He's like a human documentation for the framework. Not only does he have the technical skills, he can also communicate with stakeholders, other developers and architect complex solutions that solve actual business issues. Can't recommend highly enough!
Zain is easily one of the strongest software engineers I have worked with throughout my career. He demonstrates an exceptional depth of expertise in PHP and JavaScript. He works with impressive speed and efficiency, even under significant pressure and demanding expectations. Beyond his technical excellence, Zain possesses outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills. Individuals of his calibre are rare, and he consistently adds significant value to any organisation he is part of.
Zain is an exceptionally talented engineer who genuinely cares about delivering the best possible version of a product. He was instrumental in building new internal tools that streamlined team workflows and improved deployment processes. Zain takes real pride in writing clean, scalable code and following best practices. His pull request reviews are thoughtful and constructive. Any team would be fortunate to have Zain.
Zain is one of the most competent, talented and loveliest man I have ever met in my career. A man who has a deep core understanding of Laravel as a framework. He is a constant source of inspiration and knowledge. A real gem of a person and a true asset to anyone he works with. A true rockstar developer, a true pleasure to work with.
Get In Touch
I'm always open to discussing new opportunities, collaborations, or just having a chat about technology.