EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND

My resume.

Software engineering, education, and the thread that connects them.

Software experience

CURRENT

Nujoom Digital

Founded and lead a software studio building web and mobile products for clients and small businesses.
Own product delivery from early requirements through implementation and deployment, with a focus on maintainable Rails applications.
Built client-facing workflows for inquiries, appointment booking, and project intake.

2021 — PRESENT

Upwork · Independent

Deliver software development work for Upwork clients, taking projects from requirements through implementation.
Adapt to each engagement’s scope while balancing hands-on development and client collaboration.

2022 — 2023

The Agate Group · Remote

Partnered with clients to shape product requirements into estimates, technical plans, and well-scoped engineering work.
Developed and maintained application features, troubleshot production issues, and coordinated delivery with client and engineering teams.
Served as a clear point of contact between clients and developers throughout the delivery process.

2021 — 2022

Mobilize · Remote

Delivered full-stack features across production Ruby on Rails and Rails/React applications, considering reliability, responsiveness, and performance.
Developed a data migration task that connected two databases, validated records, and transferred tens of thousands of records.
Collaborated with project managers and engineering leadership to deliver client work.

AUG 2022 — AUG 2026

Marysville, Washington

Taught Algebra and advised students; co-created a district Algebra curriculum and pacing guide adopted in 2023.
Served as Dean of Students for a 1,200-student school, overseeing discipline, attendance, and student support initiatives.
Contributed to the Building Leadership Team and Student Success Team; recognized with Super Staff and Life Saver awards.

AUG 2019 — AUG 2022

Seattle Public Schools

Led grades 6–8 math instruction and advised K–5 faculty on grade-appropriate materials.
Taught Algebra, coding, photography, and career readiness; contributed to the Building Leadership and Racial Equity teams.

AUG 2016 — AUG 2019

New York City Department of Education

Led Earth Science and STEM instruction in math, science, and coding, including Regents-aligned curriculum and assessment design.
Co-founded the Middle Eastern South Asian Club, mentored students, and led Queens STEM Fair participation for two years.

Eastern Washington University · Expected 2027

Relay Graduate University · 2018

City University of New York · 2016

City University of New York · 2013