Ramy Aboulnaga (@RaMin0) • Curriculum Vitae

Seasoned software engineering leader with over years of experience architecting and delivering high-performance, scalable web applications and platforms. Adept at transitioning legacy systems into modern, microservices-based architectures and driving cloud adoption. Proven track record of mentoring cross-functional teams, leading complex projects across multiple geographies, and collaborating with senior stakeholders to align technical strategies with business goals. Passionate about building robust, innovative solutions in dynamic, global environments.

Competencies

Technical Leadership & Architecture

Extensive experience in designing distributed systems and microservices architectures that handle high transaction volumes and large datasets.
Skilled in planning and executing system migrations with minimal downtime, ensuring continuity and performance.

Cloud & DevOps

Proficient in cloud computing platforms (GCP, Azure, AWS) and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) to drive scalable, reliable infrastructure.
Expertise in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and enforcing best practices in DevOps and security.

Full-Stack & API Development

Deep hands-on coding experience in multiple languages (Go, Ruby, NodeJS/TypeScript, Java, Python) and frameworks, creating robust RESTful APIs and web applications.
Strong expertise in databases and data management, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis, ensuring data integrity and high performance.

Stakeholder & Team Collaboration

Proven ability to lead engineering teams, mentor emerging talent, and interface with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Experience presenting technical roadmaps and engaging in company-wide strategic discussions.

Experience

Inpay, Copenhagen, DK

Senior Software Engineer / Mar 2024 – Present

Architected and executed the migration of over 40M transactions to a structured v2 with zero downtime, ensuring enhanced system reliability and performance.
Enhanced and maintained critical payment and collections applications while introducing new features aligned with evolving consumer and business needs.
Represented the engineering team in cross-departmental discussions and demos, collaborating with senior peers and solution architects to align technical strategies.
Engaged with third-party providers to align on integration requirements and ensure on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment.

ruby
rails
go
react-js
mariadb
redis
gitlab
ci-cd

A.P. Moller - Maersk, Copenhagen, DK

Senior Software Engineer / Jan 2019 – Feb 2024 (5 yrs, 2 mos)

Designed and built “Maestro,” a data platform from the ground up serving petabytes of data via centralized RESTful APIs to thousands of internal users and external customers.
Developed a comprehensive data pipeline to extract, transform, and consolidate legacy data into a single source of truth, enabling robust analytics and reporting.
Implemented a multi-tool portal offering low- and no-code solutions across DevOps, self-service analytics, data transformation, governance, and API integration.
Spearheaded technical workshops and community events (e.g., organizing Go meetups) to elevate team expertise and integrate innovative practices within the engineering community.

go
java
python
bash
hadoop
react-js
kubernetes
azure
webapps
databricks
datalake
eventhub
postgresql
redis
github-actions
jenkins

Breadfast, Cairo, EG

Staff Software Engineer / Jan 2017 - Dec 2018 (2 yrs)

Coordinated with on-prem hosting partners to ensure production readiness and robust monitoring of high-availability platforms.
Led security remediation efforts post-penetration testing, reinforcing application and infrastructure security standards
including PCI-DSS 4.0 compliance
.
Developed tooling and partnered with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, streamline integrations, and maintain rigorous quality standards across deliverables.
Collaborated with engineering management on professional development and performance assessments of engineering teams.

node-js
typescript
go
react-js
mysql
datadog
infosec
devops

Swvl, Cairo, EG

Staff Software Engineer / Feb 2016 – Dec 2016 (11 mos)

Enabled multi-tenancy across microservices, both at the application and database layers, contributing to enhanced system modularity and scalability.
Led the decomposition of monolithic APIs into maintainable microservices, driving improved maintainability and development speed.
Acted as a technical reference and mentor, facilitating pair programming, code reviews, and technical sessions to uplift team expertise.

node-js
go
python
bash
kubernetes
helm
gcp
gke
aws
mongodb
postgresql
datadog
sentry
github-actions
jenkins

ArqamFC, Cairo, EG

Lead Software Engineer / May 2015 – Jan 2016 (9 mos)

Revamped core infrastructure and API services to improve performance and responsiveness for data collection and portal management.
Mentored team members and served as a technical authority, ensuring smooth migration to updated system versions and technologies.

go
python
postgresql
ec2
rds
kubernetes
gitlab
ci-cd

Elves, Cairo, EG

Lead Software Engineer / Mar 2017 – Aug 2017 (6 mos)

Built the backend of Botman, a Facebook bots manager developed with Ruby on Rails, MySQL, and Redis.
Integrated the APIs of vendors and 3rd party services with Botman to provide a friendly interface to users through bots.
Architected multiple bots using Botman and deployed them onto the company’s Facebook page, which takes 60% less time now per bot using Botman compared to the old YAML method that was used before.
Designed, developed and maintained the micro-services architecture and infrastructure of v3 of the Console, along with other internal tools, making them more manageable and maintainable than when it was a single monolithic app.

ruby
rails
mysql
redis
rabbitmq
angular-js
react-js
messenger-platform

Instabug, Cairo, EG

Sr. Software Engineer / Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 (1 yr, 1 mo)

Developed features of the Ruby on Rails backend handling the frontend and the mobile SDK used by 800K+ users.
Worked with AWS’s EC2, S3, EFS, RDS, ElasticCache, Elastic Beanstalk, CloudWatch, SES, SNS, and RedShift.
Implemented the web app of SCPP, a score counter for ping-pong developed using Go during a Hack Week.

ruby
rails
go
mysql
postgresql
aws

German University in Cairo, Cairo, EG

Research and Teaching Assistant / Sep 2014 – Dec 2018 (4 yrs, 4 mos)

Pursed my M.Sc. studies in the field of Computer Vision and Machine Learning.
Taught courses and organized technical events related to web and mobile development for 4th year Computer Engineering students, offering them chances for internships and employment.

go
ruby
rails
php
mysql
android
swift
html5
css3
js
heroku

Robusta, Cairo, EG

Senior Software Engineer / Dec 2013 – Apr 2015 (1 yrs, 5 mos)

Developed backend solutions for SaaS platforms (Limopedia and LetsApp) enabling rapid deployment and white-labeled customizations for clients.
Built internal tools for high-profile clients to manage operational workflows effectively.

ruby
rails
mysql
mongodb
redis

Etisalat Misr, Cairo, EG

System Analyst / Jan 2013 – Nov 2013 (11 mos)

Designed and generated BI reports using Teradata, SAP BusinessObjects, and SQL, transforming business needs into actionable technical requirements.

sql
java
business-objects
crystal-reports
info-view

mash, Ltd, Cairo, EG

Software Engineer, Co-founder / Jun 2008 – Dec 2012 (4 yrs, 7 mos)

Led end-to-end development of multiple high-impact Ruby on Rails projects, managing a team of software engineers and directly liaising with clients and project stakeholders.
Delivered innovative digital solutions across diverse projects, emphasizing agile development and rapid deployment.

ruby
rails
php
mysql
mongodb
redis
elasticsearch

Education

M.Sc. in Computer Engineering, 2017

German University in Cairo (GUC), Cairo, EG

Master Thesis: “Indoor Localization using Cluster Analysis” using Go and OpenCV (Grade A).

B.Sc. in Computer Engineering, 2012