Muhammad Siraj

Principal Software Engineer | Spring Boot | Microservices | Ex-HBL | MSCS

Karāchi, Sindh, Pakistan

About

Backend software developer with 8+ years of experience in developing scalable, reliable, high-performance software applications using a microservices architecture. Experience in leading a team, excellent communication & software design skills with a strong user focus. Strong research professional with a Masters of Science (MS) focused in Computer Science from the Institute of Business Administration-(IBA) Karachi.

Experience

  • Nisum (2 yrs 5 mos)
    • Principal Software Engineer
      Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos

    • Senior Software Engineer
      Mar 2024 - Apr 2026 · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Senior Software Engineer at International Consulting Associates Pvt. Ltd. (Formerly Grant Thornton Consulting)
    Mar 2023 - Feb 2024 · 1 yr

  • Senior Software Engineer at Netpace Inc
    Nov 2019 - Jan 2023 · 3 yrs 3 mos

    ◉ Developed a sophisticated Cyber-Security Domain Asset Management product utilizing a microservices architecture in Spring Framework. ◉ Successfully leveraged ActiveMQ and REST API for streamlined internal microservices communication. ◉ Evaluated and implemented various microservices patterns, including SAGA and CQRS, enhancing system efficiency. ◉ Integrated Spring Security and additional modules as per project requirements, significantly bolstering data security. ◉ Achieved a remarkable 60% efficiency boost in discovery processes. ◉ Collaborated across global cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless coordination and knowledge sharing. ◉ Innovatively constructed a mock module with AWS assets to facilitate stress testing within the QA department.

  • Data Scientist at HBL - Habib Bank Limited
    Feb 2019 - Nov 2019 · 10 mos

    ◉ Implemented advanced Machine Learning algorithms to enhance monitoring capabilities in the Anti Money Laundering division. ◉ Successfully reduced false alerts by an impressive 85%, optimizing operational efficiency. ◉ Played a pivotal role in building AI capabilities at HBL's international branches. ◉ Integrated 3 additional scenarios for capturing money laundering transactions, aligning with FCCM compliance standards. ◉ Led the development of a comprehensive data analytics, reporting, and data visualization strategy. ◉ Executed Money Laundering configurations in collaboration with PwC, effectively addressing a $225 million penalty issue at the New York branch

  • Intern at Queno (Private) Limited
    Jun 2017 - Aug 2017 · 3 mos

    ◉ Support building of Queno education platform mobile application. ◉ Decreased image rendering time by up to 90% ◉ Implemented cost saving algorithms and validators.