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AmmarIshfaq.

Senior Software Engineer

I help startups and product teams ship production mobile apps from MVP to App Store launch. 7+ years across Android, iOS, and Flutter.

12 live apps on the stores · AI integration, hardware integration, payments, maps & push

Ammar Ishfaq, Senior Software Engineer
Available for select projects
status: open_to_work
7+
Years Experience
12
Live Projects
1M+
Downloads, Flagship App
4.9★
Upwork Client Rating
ls featured-projects/

Featured Builds

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

studyo.sh

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.

AndroidiOSFirebaseJetpack Compose
Read the case study: 1M+ users, sub-1s navigation →
philgo.app

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.

AndroidiOSMapboxPayment Integration
Read the case study: maps, booking & payments →
dietai.py

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.

AndroidTensorFlow LiteLLMEdge ML
Read the case study: offline LLM on Android →

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$ cd full-portfolio/ View all 12 shipped projects →
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Expertise

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Mobile Development

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

KotlinSwiftFlutterArchitecture
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Backend & APIs

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

PythonNode.jsRESTGraphQL
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Cloud & DevOps

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

GCPFirebaseCI/CDDocker
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Machine Learning

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

TensorFlowMLData ScienceAI
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Databases

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

FirebasePostgreSQLMongoDBSQLite
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Tools & Platforms

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

GitLinuxGitHubKaggle
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Journey

Senior Software Engineer

Automata1 (UAE)

Contract role working remotely on next-gen encryption and quantum-safe security solutions.

Aug 2025 – Present

  • 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

Led development of fintech mobile applications and local LLM integration for offline AI features.

Jan 2023 – Jul 2025

  • 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

Developed and shipped multiple Android applications for Middle Eastern markets.

Jul 2021 – Dec 2022

  • 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

Started professional career building Android applications with Java and Kotlin.

Jun 2019 – Jun 2021

  • 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 7+ 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.

Education
BS Computer Science
NCBA&E
Location
Remote / Pakistan
Global Clients
Focus
Flutter
Cross-Platform Apps
Integrations
Firebase & Payments
Maps • BLE • Push
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Clients

★ 4.9 rating across Upwork client engagements — see verified reviews

★★★★★

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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★★★★★

Muhammad Ammar Ishfaq is a very passionate Android developer I have worked with and has a great vision for his work. His focus keeps everything moving smoothly, he makes sure all the deadlines are met and makes sure that whatever project he is working on meets the highest standards. Any firm and team will be lucky to have him.

Saddar Abbas

Colleague — LinkedIn Recommendation

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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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