Hi, I'm Mohammad Firas Ayman Alnahhas
Senior Software Engineer
Senior Software Engineer with strong experience in scalable systems, microservices, and cloud platforms. Proven track record in building high-performance backend services, data pipelines, and internal platforms. Skilled in backend development, cloud infrastructure, and distributed systems.
Experience
April 2025 – Present
Senior Software Engineer (Backend)
Carsome
- Spearheaded the cross-linking system between ICarAsia and Carsome listings, handling complex data mapping to ensure synchronized and accurate vehicle data across platforms.
- Delivered the Offer Validity feature, enforcing a 48-hour expiry window for offers in "pending acceptance" status with smooth user transition flows.
- Designed and implemented the backend service for the Carsome Inspections (Command Center), an internal operations platform managing car inspection workflows.
- Drove code quality and maintainability through rigorous code reviews, enforcing best practices and mentoring peers on system design principles.
- Contributed to CI/CD pipeline improvements, enhancing deployment efficiency and system resilience across microservices.
Sept 2023 – April 2025
Software Engineer (Backend)
ICarAsia & Carsome
- Led the development of the cross-posting feature integrating listings from ICarAsia to publish on WapCar and AutoFun Indonesia, enabling unified listing publication across multiple platforms.
- Actively contributed to the backend development of BuyerTool, Carsome's internal C2B platform used by specialized departments to evaluate and purchase vehicles.
- Implemented the B2C module within BuyerTool, streamlining the internal handoff process between acquisition and inventory teams.
- Implemented caching strategies with Redis and optimized search functionality using Elasticsearch to accelerate data retrieval and improve user experience.
- Built event-driven data pipelines using Kafka for real-time data synchronization between distributed services.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with frontend, backend, QA and product teams to deliver system enhancements and resolve production issues.
Feb 2022 – July 2023
Full-Stack Developer
Triphie
- Collaborated to develop a Data Pipeline Service — a dynamic tool designed to collect, clean, and store website data from multiple sources, supporting data operations across all countries.
- Co-developed the TripBuilder Tool, a feature that generates personalized travel itineraries automatically based on user preferences and destination data.
- Designed and consumed RESTful Web Services to facilitate seamless data extraction and integration between internal systems.
- Addressed feature tickets, bug fixes, and enhancements across the full stack to ensure platform scalability and smooth functionality.
May 2021 – Oct 2022
AI R&D Specialist
Syriatel
- Conducted research in ICT domain and developed state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence solutions using network data to propose optimal Data Science approaches.
- Developed and enhanced AI models and services resulting from the R&D process, iterating based on stakeholder feedback and production requirements.
- Applied machine learning techniques including NLP, computer vision, and classification models to solve real-world telecommunications challenges.
Core Skills
Backend Core
Golang (Gin), Node.js (NestJS, Express), PHP (Laravel), Python
Cloud Platforms
AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Containers & Orchestration
Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD Pipelines
Architecture & Patterns
Microservices, Event-Driven (EDA), Serverless, DDD
Databases
MySQL, MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis
Search & Streaming
Elasticsearch, Apache Solr, Kafka, Debezium (CDC)
API & Security
RESTful APIs, WebSockets, JWT, OAuth, Rate Limiting
Frontend & Tools
Vue.js, JavaScript, Git, Jira, Agile/Scrum
Selected Projects
Triphie Platform
Social Travelling Community and Trip planning platform generating itineraries.
Machine Learning & NLP
Sentiment Analysis, Topic Modeling, Voice ID, Heart Disease Prediction.
IoT Fuel Management
IoT & Laravel hardware integration platform for optimal fuel delivery.
Education
BSc in Software Engineering
Syrian Private University (94.2%)
Master in Web Science
Syrian Virtual University (Not finished)
Certifications
46 professional certifications across multiple domains
Cloud & Infrastructure
- AWS Cloud Technical EssentialsAWSView ↗
- AWS Fundamentals: Addressing Security RiskAWSView ↗
- AWS Fundamentals: Migrating to the CloudAWSView ↗
- AWS Fundamentals: Building Serverless ApplicationsAWSView ↗
- Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core InfrastructureGoogle CloudView ↗
- Developing a Google SRE CultureGoogle CloudView ↗
DevOps & Containers
- Docker for Absolute BeginnersCourseraView ↗
- Introduction to Containers with Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShiftIBMView ↗
- Fundamentals of Kubernetes DeploymentCourseraView ↗
- Jenkins: Bootstrap and Configure Real Team EnvironmentCourseraView ↗
- Jenkins Pipeline: Declarative and IaC Approaches for DevOpsCourseraView ↗
- Terraform FundamentalsCourseraView ↗
- Introduction to TerraformCourseraView ↗
- Version ControlMetaView ↗
Linux & Security
Go Programming
Software Architecture
Node.js & TypeScript
AI & Deep Learning
- Claude Code - The Practical GuideUdemyView ↗
- Neural Networks and Deep LearningDeeplearning.aiView ↗
- Improving Deep Neural NetworksDeeplearning.aiView ↗
- Structuring Machine Learning ProjectsDeeplearning.aiView ↗
- Convolutional Neural NetworksDeeplearning.aiView ↗
- Sequence ModelsDeeplearning.aiView ↗
- Fundamentals of Reinforcement LearningCourseraView ↗
- Data Science OrientationIBMView ↗
- Tools for Data ScienceIBMView ↗
Python
Networking
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing & SwitchingNew Horizon Institute
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