Junaid Tahir

Expert in Python and Django, I elevated team productivity by automating tasks and mentoring juniors. Skilled in Django Rest Framework and data analysis, I championed back-end development and API integration, achieving significant efficiency improvements. My proactive approach and capability in managing large datasets stand out, showcasing both technical prowess and leadership.

Python and Django Developer at Epochs (2021-02 – Present)

Championed best practices in Python programming and Django development with focus on automation and mentorship

• Championed best practices in Python programming and Django development
• Increased team efficiency by automating repetitive testing tasks using Python and Playwrite
• Created and sustained Python-based backend running on AWS
• Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices for Python programming
• Developed custom scripts using languages like Python and PowerShell for task automation
• Designed scalable database schema for Django applications
• Developed custom Django apps to address unique business requirements
• Improved team efficiency by automating repetitive tasks using SQL scripts and Python
• Enhanced business decision-making by building interactive dashboards and visualizations using Python libraries
• Improved data processing efficiency by designing and implementing Python-based algorithms

Senior Python and Django Developer at Uz Soft Solution

Backend systems development and RESTful API creation with focus on scalability and security

• Developed backend systems and RESTful APIs with Django and the Django Rest Framework
• Integrated third-party APIs and handled secure user authentication (JWT/OAuth)
• Managed databases with PostgreSQL/MySQL and optimized Django ORM usage
• Coordinated frontend-backend integration with React/Next.js
• Configured asynchronous tasks using Celery for background processing
• Deployed applications on cloud servers with Gunicorn, Nginx, and Celery
• Conducted load testing and debugging to ensure high performance
• Collaborated in agile environments with Git for version control
• Worked with large datasets and maintained data security compliance
• Built and maintained a robust Python-based backend hosted on AWS
• Designed scalable database schemas for Django applications, ensuring data integrity and optimizing query performance

Senior Python and Django Developer at Fabulous Technology Solution

Backend development with expertise in RESTful APIs, deployment, and infrastructure optimization

• Backend Development: Strong expertise in building scalable and maintainable RESTful APIs using Django and Django REST Framework (DRF)
• Deployment & Hosting: Hands-on experience deploying Django applications on AWS EC2 with Nginx and Gunicorn for high-performance production setups
• Server & Infrastructure: Knowledge of Linux-based server administration and application performance optimization
• Code Quality: Focused on clean, maintainable code with adherence to best practices and PEP8 standards
• API Development: Skilled in designing secure, efficient, and well-documented APIs
• Version Control: Experienced with Git and collaborative workflows (GitHub/GitLab)
• Troubleshooting & Optimization: Capable of diagnosing performance bottlenecks and implementing effective solutions

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science – University of Lahore (2021-01 – 2021-01)