Umar Nazir - Senior Software Engineer

Umar Nazir

Senior Software Engineer

Full Stack Developer | Top Rated Plus on Upwork | Laravel & Vue.js Expert

About Me

Transforming ideas into scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications is what I do best. With deep expertise in PHP, Laravel, Vue.js, MySQL, and modern cloud-based architectures, I specialize in building SaaS platforms, internal business systems, APIs, multi-role dashboards, and custom enterprise tools.

Freelancing Excellence

As a Top Rated Plus freelancer on Upwork with a 100% Job Success Rate and over $20,000 earned, I've partnered with startups and established companies in the US, Canada, and Europe. Most of my clients work in complex industries where reliability, performance, and long-term maintainability really matter.

Across every project, I focus on:

  • Architecting scalable backend systems
  • Designing intuitive front-end experiences
  • Optimizing performance & database queries
  • Building secure authentication & role-based access
  • Delivering stable, well-tested code

My philosophy is simple: Build once. Build right. Build for the future.

Mission

I'm passionate about helping businesses turn complex processes into simple, efficient digital products. Whether it's creating a new system from scratch, modernizing legacy software, or providing backend architecture consultation, my mission remains the same: deliver solutions that drive real business value.

Featured Projects


PKBM E-Learning Platform

PKBM - Care For Science LMS

A comprehensive Learning Management System (LMS) built for PKBM Cares for Science Institute in Indonesia, serving hundreds of students and teachers across multiple educational programs.

Core Modules:

  • Teacher Dashboard: Course creation, lesson management, assignment distribution, and grading system
  • Student Portal: Course enrollment, lesson access, assignment submission, and progress tracking
  • Admin Panel: User management, class organization, curriculum planning, and comprehensive reporting
  • Assessment System: Quiz builder, automated grading, and performance analytics
  • Attendance Tracking: Digital attendance with real-time reporting for parents and administrators
  • Communication Tools: Internal messaging, announcements, and parent-teacher communication

Technical Highlights:

  • Multi-role authentication with granular permissions
  • Real-time progress tracking and reporting
  • File upload management for assignments and learning materials
  • Automated email notifications for important updates
Laravel Vue.js MySQL Bootstrap REST API

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Ezelogs Construction Management

Ezelogs SaaS Platform

Enterprise-grade Construction Project Management Platform serving thousands of contractors, project managers, and construction professionals across North America. A complete solution from project inception to maintenance.

Platform Capabilities:

  • Time Tracking: Daily logs, labor hours, equipment usage, and automated timesheet generation
  • Project Management: Gantt charts, task scheduling, milestone tracking, and resource allocation
  • Document Management: RFIs, submittals, change orders, and document version control
  • Cost Management: Budget tracking, cost estimates, payment requisitions, and financial reporting
  • Safety Management: Safety checklists, incident reporting, and compliance tracking
  • Bid Management: Project bidding, proposal management, and vendor coordination
  • Mobile Apps: Native iOS and Android apps for field workers

My Contributions:

  • Led development for 4+ years as Lead Web Developer
  • Architected scalable microservices handling 100K+ daily requests
  • Built advanced reporting dashboards with data visualization
  • Implemented CI/CD pipeline reducing deployment time by 90%
  • Optimized database performance achieving 60% faster query times
Laravel Vue.js MySQL Redis Docker Jenkins AWS RESTful APIs

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Work Experience

Lead Web Developer · Preesoft Full-time

May 2020 - Sep 2024 · 4 yrs 5 mos

Led the development of Ezelogs, a comprehensive SaaS platform for construction management serving thousands of users across the US. Architected and built the entire system using Laravel, Vue.js, and MySQL while managing a team of developers.

Key Achievements:

  • Team Leadership: Successfully managed and mentored a team of 5+ developers, conducting code reviews, sprint planning, and ensuring delivery of high-quality features on schedule
  • System Architecture: Designed and implemented scalable microservices architecture handling 100K+ daily requests with 99.9% uptime
  • Feature Development: Built complex modules including real-time notifications, advanced reporting dashboards, role-based access control, and payment integrations
  • Performance Optimization: Reduced database query times by 60% through query optimization and strategic caching implementation
  • CI/CD Pipeline: Established automated deployment pipeline using Jenkins, reducing deployment time from hours to minutes
  • API Development: Designed and built RESTful APIs consumed by mobile applications (iOS/Android) and third-party integrations

Tech Stack: Laravel, Vue.js, MySQL, Redis, Docker, Jenkins, AWS


Full Stack Developer · Queue Technology Full-time

Aug 2019 - Apr 2020 · 9 mos

Contributed to multiple client projects as a full-stack developer, delivering custom web solutions for diverse industries including e-commerce, wholesale, and entertainment.

Notable Projects:

  • Lens Shapers: Developed core modules for a Canadian wholesale lens distribution platform, including inventory management, order processing, and customer portal with real-time pricing updates
  • What's This Song: Built a RESTful API-powered web application allowing users to search song lyrics with fuzzy matching algorithms, integrating with third-party music databases
  • E-commerce Data Manager: Implemented an EAV (Entity-Attribute-Value) model in MySQL to dynamically handle diverse product attributes, enabling bulk Excel imports and flexible product catalog management

Tech Stack: PHP, Laravel, Vue.js, JavaScript, MySQL, REST APIs


Associate Development Engineer · Qwerty Experts Full-time

Jan 2018 - Jul 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos

Started my professional journey as a Laravel developer, contributing to various web applications across education, e-commerce, and service industries. Gained foundational experience in full-stack development and agile methodologies.

Key Projects:

  • QRStuff: Developed a platform for generating customizable QR codes with Laravel and REST APIs, featuring logo integration, color customization, and analytics tracking
  • The Waves (School Management System): Built comprehensive modules for attendance tracking, grade management, assignment submissions, and parent-teacher communication portal
  • Cattery and Kennel: Created an online booking platform connecting pet owners with catteries and kennels, including search filters, availability calendars, and payment processing
  • POS System: Developed a point-of-sale system for retail operations with inventory management, sales reporting, and multi-location support

Tech Stack: Laravel 5.7, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap