Ali Raza
Ali Raza Iqbal

Ali Raza Iqbal — Senior MERN Stack Developer & Lead Backend Engineer in Pakistan (Available Worldwide · USA / UK Timezones)

Ali Raza
I'm Ali Raza
MERN Developer
Ali Raza
Ali Raza

Senior MERN Stack Developer and Lead Backend Engineer architecting high-scale backends, sub-second WebRTC and Socket.IO communication engines, and operational web dashboards for US, UK, and global tech teams.

Resume
Services
Crafting Digital Excellence
Building smooth and engaging digital interactions that elevate user satisfaction
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UX & UI
Crafting seamless, user-friendly interfaces that enhance engagement and usability.
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Next JS & React Developemt
Building high-performance, interactive websites using Next JS & React with powerful design and development tools for seamless user experiences.
Interactive Web Experiences
Interactive websites with Next js advanced design and development tools to deliver smooth and engaging user experiences.
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Design & Creativity
Creating visually compelling designs that truly resonate with your target audience and brand.
Profile

Builder behind the work

2.5+ years of experience building scalable backends and real-time products — the engineer behind every project on this site.

Senior MERN Stack Developer and Lead Backend Engineer with 2.5+ years of production experience architecting high-concurrency cloud backends, real-time WebRTC and Socket.IO systems, and operational web dashboards for startups across the USA, UK, and worldwide. Lead Backend Developer at Avisa Technologies, driving architecture for WorldTone, Keepsy, Still Blinking, MyLink, 67 Video Chat, and BUZZZ Network. Core stack: Node.js, Express.js, Nest.js, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Prisma, Redis, Next.js, and React.

Skills

36 skills

Backend & APIs

Node.jsExpress.jsNest.jsREST APIsAPI ArchitectureMicroservices

Databases & Caching

MongoDBPostgreSQLPrismaRedisGeospatial QueriesAggregation Pipelines

Real-Time & Media

Socket.IOWebRTCSTUN/TURNEvent-Driven ArchitectureRabbitMQ

Frontend & Dashboards

Next.jsReact.jsJavaScriptHTML5CSS3Tailwind CSS

Payments & Integrations

Stripe APIWeChat PayAliPayPayPal APIFirebase FCMApple APNs

Tools & AI Workflows

GitPostmanCursorVS CodeGoogle Anti GravityWindsurfClaude AI

Experience

Recent roles

Lead Backend Developer (MERN)

Avisa Technologies·Pakistan

CurrentJan 2025 — Present
  • Led backend architecture and delivered real-time communication systems for WorldTone, MyLink, Still Blinking, 67 Video Chat, BUZZZ Network, and ApresVee.
  • Architected real-time chat, event streaming, and audio/video calling engines using Socket.IO and WebRTC with global STUN/TURN traversal.
  • Built production Web Admin Dashboards using React and Next.js for operational telemetry, user verification, chat moderation, and revenue analytics.
  • Engineered automated inactivity-alert workflows and Redis TTL expiration triggers for Still Blinking's wellness check-in system.
  • Developed high-throughput matchmaking algorithms, speed-dating queues with synchronized countdown timers, and geo-spatial swipe discovery engines.
  • Integrated international multi-currency payment layers supporting Stripe, WeChat Pay, AliPay, and PayPal with automated billing and creator payouts.
MERN Stack Internship

Oz Techwork·Pakistan

Jun 2024 — Dec 2024
  • Contributed to full-stack feature development and production maintenance for Wisemarket.com.pk (e-commerce marketplace).
  • Developed reusable UI components, faceted filter bars, and responsive product catalog screens with Next.js and TailwindCSS.
  • Engineered and debugged REST API endpoints for shopping cart operations, catalog search, and checkout state workflows.
  • Optimized MongoDB queries with compound indexes to improve response times during high-traffic sales periods.
Process
Precision vs Basic
Precision-driven design and animations, surpassing static and unengaging layouts.
Me
Custom, high-performance websites
Pixel-perfect UI/UX design
Built with Framer & Figma expertise
Seamless animations & interactions
Scalable & future-proof solutions
Optimized for speed & conversions
Advanced SEO tactics for enhanced visibility
Other
Generic templates
Basic design skills
Limited customization
Slow performance
Lacks scalability
Static & unengaging layouts
Process
From Vision to Execution
A refined design process that ensures consistency, creativity for every project
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Let's Get In Touch
Start by reaching out through our contact page. Fill out the form or book a call to discuss your project
Step 1
2
Grab Your Designs
Tell me your unique vision, and I’ll create stunning, functional designs that perfectly align with your goals
Step 2
3
Kickstart Development
I expertly transform your designs into a powerful, scalable solution, fully ready to launch
Step 3
4
And Hand Over
Receive a fully tested, polished, and high-quality product tailored to your needs with ongoing support
Step 4
FAQS
Questions? Answers!
Find quick answers to the most common questions about the services offered
Get In Touch
Still have questions? Feel free to get in touch with us today!
What backend and full-stack services do you provide?

I specialize in architecting and delivering production-ready backends using Node.js, Express.js, Nest.js, MongoDB, Redis, and Socket.IO/WebRTC. I also build responsive web admin dashboards and full-stack applications with Next.js and React.

What is your experience with real-time systems and WebRTC?

At Avisa Technologies, I served as backend lead architecting real-time video/audio calling, instant matchmaking queues, and event streams for production mobile apps like WorldTone, MyLink, 67 Video Chat, and Still Blinking.

Do you build web admin dashboards for mobile applications?

Yes. For all our production mobile apps, I designed and developed dedicated web admin dashboards for live moderation, payment analytics, automated verification workflows, user telemetry, and operational controls.

What payment gateways have you integrated into production?

I have integrated international multi-currency payment pipelines including Stripe, WeChat Pay, AliPay, and PayPal, complete with webhook listeners, fraud checks, and subscription lifecycle management.

How do we start working together?

Feel free to reach out via my contact page or directly through WhatsApp/Email. We can discuss your technical requirements, architecture design, and timeline.

Happy Clients
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UI/UX Design

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Interface Design

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Brilliant design and meticulous execution effortlessly made our ideas shine

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