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Irfan Bhat
Staff Software Engineer at SS&C Advent with 10+ years architecting enterprise-grade applications. Passionate about clean code, elegant solutions, and turning complex problems into seamless experiences.
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Professional Overview
Crafting Digital Excellence Since 2012
With over a decade of full-stack expertise, I bridge the gap between complex engineering challenges and elegant user experiences. Currently driving innovation at SS&C Advent — a leading provider of investment management solutions.
I am also a lifelong learner, passionate traveler, and creative photographer — having visited 20+ countries, capturing culture and beauty along the way.
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Hyderabad, India
Available for Freelance & Remote Projects
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Full-Stack Development
Robust APIs and modules built with Node.js, C#, Go, and SQL.
Frontend Engineering
Cinematic, responsive, pixel-perfect layouts using CSS, JS, and frameworks.
E-Commerce & WP
Custom e-commerce logic, Shopify platforms, and WordPress security hardening.
Cloud Architecting
AWS architecture patterns, deployments, and scalable database warehouses.
Work Experience
A decade of professional growth across enterprise software, startups, and consulting — each chapter shaping a more refined craft.
Staff Software Engineer
Leading software architecture and development for investment management solutions. Driving innovation at one of the world's leading fintech platforms serving financial advisors globally.
- Architecting enterprise API pipelines with emphasis on performance and clean modules.
- Pioneering high-throughput backend services using Node.js, Go, and C# on AWS infrastructure.
Senior Software Engineer
Architected scalable backend systems and REST APIs for financial portfolio management workflows.
- Led refactoring of core legacy services into modern microservices, increasing stability by 35%.
- Mentored junior engineers and spearheaded design review boards for squad-level projects.
Software Engineer
Built high-performance application modules for investment management platforms across the full product lifecycle.
- Implemented REST APIs and optimized database queries using complex SQL routines.
- Collaborated on cross-platform features to streamline operations for trading desks.
Lead Technical Consultant
Led all web and application development. Built and optimized e-commerce sites on WordPress, Shopify, and Magento for a fast-growing EdTech startup.
- Integrated custom checkout flows and payment gateways for localized markets.
- Designed security hardening and performance audits for legacy platforms.
Software Engineer
Developed and maintained SaaS solutions for professional services firms across the full stack.
- Designed database schemas and optimized indexing to handle massive multi-tenant data sets.
- Refined UI components for modern browsers using modular styling guidelines.
Data Analyst (GOAL Project) & Fellow
Analyzed post-project data for the GOAL initiative. Completed a fellowship in Strategic Negotiation and Advanced Leadership — a formative experience that shaped analytical and communication skills.
Skills & Technologies
A curated toolkit built over a decade of real-world projects — from enterprise fintech to consumer-facing e-commerce platforms.
"JavaScript", "TypeScript", "Node.js", "Go (Golang)", "ASP.NET", "PHP", "AWS",
"SQL", "Redis", "Docker", "Git", "HTML/CSS", "Angular", "WordPress", "Shopify",
"Magento", "Data Warehousing", "Web Security", "REST APIs", "Responsive Design"
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Logs:
* [2018] Intro to SQL for Data Science - Verified Online Credential
* [2015] IoT & Data Management - Verified Academic Study
* [2012] Strategic Negotiation & Advanced Leadership - Mercy Corps
* [2012] Verified International Academic Qualifications - WES Evaluated
- English (Fluent)
- Kashmiri (Native)
- Urdu (Professional)
Clients & Projects
A selection of clients and platforms I've built, consulted on, and transformed — from wellness e-commerce to global EdTech.
Let's Build Something
Amazing Together
Whether you have a project in mind, need a consultation, or just want to connect — my inbox is always open.