Rawda Fawzy Hamed Gastan
Alexandria,ALX
Summary
Dedicated and innovative software engineer with a strong track record of high productivity and efficient task execution. Skilled in Golang, Python, software architecture design, and cloud computing solutions. Adept at problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability, consistently delivering successful project outcomes through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer
Codescalers
Cairo, Egypt
05.2022 - Current
- Backend & Distributed Systems: Built REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems for Cloud4Students and KubeCloud (Mycelium Cloud), including payments and Stripe-based invoicing systems, enabling scalable and secure student and cloud platform operations.
- Threefold Ecosystem: Contributed to core projects including tfgrid-sdk-go, terraform-provider-grid, pulumi-threefold, RFS, and Zero-OS (zos), releasing multiple production-ready tools and SDKs.
- DevOps & Infrastructure: Deployed and maintained production systems using Caddy, managed VM deployments, container orchestration, and automated CI/CD pipelines.
- Mentorship & Collaboration: Mentored junior developers and interns, conducted code reviews, and collaborated with cross-functional teams on architectural planning, enhancing project outcomes.
- Technologies & Skills: Go, Rust, TypeScript/JavaScript, Python, Shell scripting; Terraform, Pulumi, Kubernetes, Docker, Caddy; distributed storage; REST APIs, microservices, file systems; CI/CD, infrastructure automation.
- Achievements: Delivered scalable platforms and decentralized infrastructure solutions, optimizing storage and bandwidth with dedupe filesystem technology, while contributing to open-source development.
Python developer
Darsel
Stanford, USA
11.2021 - Current
- Implemented algorithms for procedural content generation and advanced visual effects.
- Developed automated content generation modules using Python to enhance efficiency.
- Established code testing and review processes to ensure software reliability.
- Created 2D/3D visual content with PyOpenGL, focusing on scene setup and effects.
Software engineer
Pharco corporation
Alexandria, Egypt
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Developed backend services using PHP (CodeIgniter) and Django for robust application performance.
- Created responsive user interfaces with Bootstrap for improved user experience.
- Designed and implemented employee absence and leave management systems to streamline HR processes.
- Integrated applications with Oracle Database to ensure secure and efficient data management.
- Developed internal enterprise applications, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Built HR dashboards to visualize employee data, attendance, and reports effectively.
- Collaborated with HR stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver customized solutions.
Intern as a flutter developer
Vegood
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Developed a Flutter application to support users’ dietary needs
- Converted UI/UX designs into functional components, enhancing user experience and engagement
- Integrated Firebase services, enabling data-driven insights through Analytics and improved app stability with Crashlytics
- Integrated RESTful APIs to extend application functionality
- Implemented Google Maps and Facebook authentication to enhance user access
- Utilized UXCam for user behavior analysis and performance improvement
- Coordinated the app's translation process to ensure accessibility for diverse user demographics, caching, and pagination, improving load times and user accessibility
Junior Teaching Assistant
GUC
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Education
B.Sc. - computer science and engineering
German university in Cairo
Egypt01.2021
Skills
Go, Rust, Python, TypeScript, Java, REST APIs, OpenGL, microservices, cloud infrastructure, Docker, Terraform, Pulumi, Caddy, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, CI/CD, Git, distributed systems, test automation
Team collaboration, mentorship, code review, project management, leadership, problem solving, critical thinking, time management, and effective communication
Languages
- Arabic, Native
- English, Excellent
Timeline
Software Engineer
Codescalers
05.2022 - Current
Python developer
Darsel
11.2021 - Current
Software engineer
Pharco corporation
11.2021 - 04.2022
Intern as a flutter developer
Vegood
01.2021 - 03.2021
Junior Teaching Assistant
GUC
01.2019 - 03.2019
B.Sc. - computer science and engineering
German university in Cairo