Available for select projects · Jan 2026

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Muhammad Ammar Ishfaq

Senior Software Engineer

I build and ship mobile products with a focus on reliability and performance. 5+ years building Android, iOS, Flutter, and Python systems with expertise in KMP, fintech integrations, and edge ML.

Native Mobile Backend Systems Cloud DevOps Applied ML

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Years Experience

Live Projects

Android

iOS • Flutter

2023

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#featured builds

Representative launches across Android, iOS, Flutter, and backend. Scroll a sample, then dive deeper into the full portfolio.

Studyo Math

Studyo Math — Educational Platform

Interactive math tutoring app with gamified exercises, Firebase-powered progress tracking, and quiz system. Built with Kotlin for Android and Swift for iOS.

Android iOS Firebase Jetpack Compose

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Phil & Go

Phil & Go — Petrol Booking Platform

Cross-platform app for finding nearby petrol stations and booking time slots. Integrated Mapbox for location services, payment gateways, and push notifications.

Android iOS Mapbox Payment Integration

Play Store App Store

AI Diet Planner

AI Diet Planner — Local LLM Integration

Android app featuring offline Large Language Model for personalized diet planning. Implemented TensorFlow Lite for on-device inference and privacy-first design.

Android TensorFlow Lite LLM Edge ML

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#expertise across technologies

📱 Mobile Development

Native Android (Kotlin), iOS (Swift/SwiftUI), Cross-platform (Flutter). Building performant, user-centric applications.

Kotlin Swift Flutter Architecture

⚙️ Backend & APIs

RESTful & GraphQL APIs, microservices architecture, scalable backend systems using Python and Node.js.

Python Node.js REST GraphQL

☁️ Cloud & DevOps

GCP expertise: Cloud Functions, Firestore, Cloud Storage, deployment pipelines, scalable infrastructure.

GCP Firebase CI/CD Docker

🤖 Machine Learning

ML model development, TensorFlow, data analysis, AI integration in production applications.

TensorFlow ML Data Science AI

💾 Databases

Experienced with Firebase, Firestore, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and SQLite. Database design and optimization.

Firebase PostgreSQL MongoDB SQLite

🛠️ Tools & Platforms

Git, Xcode, Android Studio, Linux, Kaggle, Stack Overflow, GitHub, and modern development workflows.

Git Linux GitHub Kaggle

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#work experience

Senior Software Engineer — Automata1

Aug 2025 – Present

Contract role working remotely from UAE on next-gen encryption and quantum-safe security solutions
Technical design and architecture for iOS development and cross-platform solutions
Implementing secure payment integrations and enterprise-grade mobile features

Senior Software Engineer — FiveRivers Technologies

Jan 2023 – Jul 2025

Led development of fintech mobile applications in production
Implemented local LLM (Large Language Model) integration for offline AI features in Android
Built Kotlin Multiplatform projects for iOS and Android with shared business logic
Established CI/CD pipelines and mentored junior developers on Android best practices

Software Engineer — AcclivousByte

Jul 2021 – Dec 2022

Developed and shipped multiple Android applications for Middle Eastern markets
Technical design and mobile app architecture using MVVM and Clean Architecture
Integrated Firebase, payment SDKs, and real-time features for production apps

Software Engineer — SortScript & Xeon Technologies

Jun 2019 – Jun 2021

Started professional career building Android applications with Java and Kotlin
Worked with MySQL databases, REST APIs, and Agile methodology
Gained foundation in mobile development patterns and version control (Git)

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#about

Senior Software Engineer with 5+ years of expertise in mobile application development across Android, iOS, and Flutter platforms. Currently working remotely for Automata1 (UAE) on contract, previously led development teams at FiveRivers Technologies.

Specialized in building fintech applications, implementing Kotlin Multiplatform (KMP) solutions, and integrating edge ML models into production mobile apps. Strong foundation in C++, Python, NDK development, and CI/CD automation.

Computer Science graduate from NCBA&E with proven track record in Agile environments. Direct client engagement across multiple countries, from requirements gathering to production deployment. Open-source contributor with focus on cross-platform mobile development.

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#what clients say

★★★★★

I had the pleasure of working with Ammar on a complex Android project and I have to say, I was thoroughly impressed with his skills and work ethic. Ammar is an expert in Java and has a deep understanding of the Android framework. He was able to quickly grasp the requirements of the project and delivered high-quality code that was both efficient and maintainable. Ammar's attention to detail was evident in his code and he was always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect. His positive attitude and willingness to learn made him a valuable asset to the team, and his ability to work well under pressure was truly impressive. I highly recommend Ammar to anyone looking for a top-notch Android Java developer. He is a true professional and will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to any project he works on. If you want someone who will consistently deliver high-quality work and go above and beyond to ensure your project is a success, Ammar is your person.

— Mehdi El., CTO, StudyoMath

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★★★★★

Nice work. Thanks for the quality application!

— Dawrya C., Product Lead, Ten Favorite Matches

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★★★★★

A wonderful developer. Quickly fixed bugs, made everything exactly as needed. I recommend his work!

— Ayna, Product Lead, Guess The Odds

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