Hello World, It's Syyam 👋

Mobile Application Developer with 6+ years of experience building high-performance native Android and cross-platform applications 📲. Expert in Kotlin and Jetpack ecosystem (Compose, Navigation, Room, Hilt, Retrofit), with proven React Native experience and practical AI/ML knowledge 🤖.

What I do

PASSIONATE MOBILE DEVELOPER BUILDING HIGH-PERFORMANCE NATIVE AND CROSS-PLATFORM APPLICATIONS

  • Kotlin

  • Android

  • Jetpack Compose

  • React Native

  • Java

  • JavaScript

  • Firebase

  • WebRTC

  • Git

  • REST APIs

  • SQL Database

  • Docker

  • Python

  • TensorFlow

⚡ Develop high-performance native Android applications using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose

⚡ Build scalable cross-platform mobile apps with React Native

⚡ Implement Clean Architecture and MVVM patterns for maintainable codebases

⚡ Integration of Firebase, WebRTC, REST APIs, and hardware SDKs (Bluetooth, sensors)

⚡ Apply AI/ML knowledge for intelligent features and data-driven solutions

Proficiency

Android Development (Kotlin)

Jetpack Compose & Modern Android

React Native & Cross-platform

Clean Architecture & Design Patterns

Machine Learning & AI

Education

COMSATS University
COMSATS University
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

September 2015 - January 2019

Participated in the research of specializing in AI and Computer Vision. I participated in various competitions and hackathons. I am always on the lookout for new technologies and up for a challenge. My eagerness for learning lead me to publish a research paper in the field of computer vision at BS level and accomplishing other specializations in Machine Learning.

    Experiences

    Rakuten
    Rakuten
    Mobile Engineer
    Jun 2024 – Present

    Lead Mobile Engineer for Rakuten GORA (golf course reservation app), building and shipping user-focused Android features using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose with emphasis on performance and maintainability.

    • Lead development of Android features using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose
    • Collaborate closely with design, backend, and QA teams to iterate quickly and deliver releases
    • Own complete feature development lifecycle from design to production
    • Provide post-release support and handle production issues
    • Key Technologies: Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Coroutines, Hilt, Retrofit, Clean Architecture
    Seamless Distribution Systems
    Seamless Distribution Systems
    Android Developer
    Apr 2022 – May 2024

    Developed best-in-class digital sales and distribution solutions for private consumers through mobile operators, focusing on telecommunication applications.

    • Designed architecture and developed applications for telecommunication companies
    • Enhanced backward compatibility by introducing new features following industry-standard clean architecture
    • Implemented Bluetooth terminal integration for POS voucher printing systems
    • Successfully migrated modules from RxJava to Coroutines and Flows
    • Managed Flavors and BuildTypes across app modules for multiple client configurations
    • Key Technologies: Kotlin, Java, Clean Architecture, Coroutines, Flows, RxJava, Retrofit, Hilt, Bluetooth SDK
    Afiniti
    Afiniti
    App Developer
    Feb 2021 – Mar 2022

    Developed Speeqr, a VOIP-based communication platform for organizational meetings with real-time audio/video capabilities.

    • Implemented WebRTC audio and data channels with threading and background services for reliable real-time communication
    • Developed server/client socket connections (UDP/TCP/RTP) with robust syncing algorithm for multi-server client connectivity
    • Integrated Firebase ecosystem (Authentication, Realtime Database, Cloud Firestore, Cloud Functions) for app support and telemetry
    • Migrated application to MVVM architecture with Hilt dependency injection, improving modularity and testability
    • Key Technologies: Kotlin, MVVM, Hilt, WebRTC, Firebase, UDP/TCP/RTP Sockets, Multi-threading, Android Services
    Abacus Consulting
    Abacus Consulting
    Software Engineer / App Developer
    Jul 2018 – Feb 2021

    Worked on multiple native Android and hybrid cross-platform (React Native) projects, including the market-leading branchless banking app uPaisa and internal retail/invoice management applications.

    • Built and enhanced Android and React Native applications with focus on UI implementation, architecture, and feature delivery
    • Developed and maintained retail application using React Native, balancing cross-platform consistency with Android optimization
    • Integrated third-party SDKs/plugins and supported complete release cycle including testing, publishing, and security hardening
    • Managed distribution and release operations across platforms with ProGuard obfuscation
    • Key Technologies: Kotlin, Java, React Native, MVP, Retrofit, REST APIs, XML, Hybrid App Development, iOS & Android Distribution, ProGuard

    Open Source Projects

    More Projects

    Projects

    NOTABLE PROJECTS I'VE DEVELOPED AND CONTRIBUTED TO 🚀

    uPaisa
    uPaisa

    Market-leading branchless banking wallet for Pakistan's top GSM provider. Transfer money, mobile load, pay bills and much more.

    Play StoreApp Store
    Brighto Color Studio
    Brighto Color Studio

    CMS project for Brighto Paints - Android application for color selection and visualization, available on Google Play Store.

    Play Store
    MeeMee
    MeeMee

    Social media Android application designed specifically for sharing memes and socializing with meme enthusiasts.

    Play Store
    Covid-19 Detector
    Covid-19 Detector

    Web application for detection of COVID-19 through frontal Chest X-rays using Deep Learning (LeNet architecture).

    View Source CodeWebsite

    Achievements And Certifications 🏆

    Publications, Certifications, and Professional Achievements

    PWA
    Real-Time Rehabilitation and Fitness System using Depth Sensor

    Published research paper at IEEE FIT 2019 Conference presenting an action verification system for rehabilitation of patients with limited mobility using depth sensor technology.

    Research Paper
    PWA
    AI for Medical Diagnosis

    Practical experience in applying cutting-edge machine learning techniques to concrete problems in modern medicine. Credential ID: 5KFTNPRBP75F

    Certification
    PWA
    Introduction to TensorFlow for AI, ML, and Deep Learning

    Comprehensive introduction to TensorFlow for building AI and machine learning models. Credential ID: 5XBGGSQSZXV2

    Certification
    PWA
    Neural Networks and Deep Learning

    Foundational concepts of neural networks and deep learning. Credential ID: MV6YL7G3YJE9

    Certification
    PWA
    UiPath Advanced Training

    UiPath Certified Professional certification program for advancing career in robotic process automation (RPA) solutions.

    Certification
    PWA
    Android App Development

    Professional certification for Android app development from Aptech.

    Certificate

    Blogs

    With Love for Developing cool stuff, I love to write and teach others what I have learnt. I plan on to write more blogs in future.