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Arslan Zaheer

Award-Winning Senior Python/Nodejs Backend Engineer | AI/LLM Architect | Ethical Hacking Specialist | Data Engineering Leader | Cloud DevOps| Leadership | Team Management

United Kingdom
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Updated 8 months ago

11+

Years Experience

8

Roles

74

Skills

2

Education

About

Award-winning engineer with a passion for building the future at the intersection of Python backend, AI/LLM, cybersecurity, data engineering, and cloud DevOps. From architecting robust backend systems and fine-tuning large language models to securing mission-critical applications and optimizing cloud infrastructure, I help organizations innovate and scale with confidence. 🔹 What Drives Me My journey began with a fascination for solving complex problems through code-a passion that’s evolved into designing secure, AI-powered systems that deliver real-world impact. Whether reducing cloud costs by 30%, deploying AI-driven fraud detection that boosts security accuracy by 40%, or leading teams to deliver high-throughput APIs handling millions of daily requests, I thrive on turning technical challenges into business value. 🔹 Core Expertise: ✅ Python Backend & API Engineering: Building scalable, resilient applications with Django, FastAPI, DRF, and Node.js. ✅ AI/LLM Architect: Designing, fine-tuning, and deploying large language models and AI chatbots for real-world applications. ✅ Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking: Implementing security best practices, penetration testing, and compliance (SOC-2, ISO-27001), with a proven track record in reducing vulnerabilities and safeguarding data. ✅ Data Engineering: Creating ETL pipelines, real-time analytics, and scalable data architectures to drive actionable insights. ✅ Cloud & DevOps: Automating infrastructure, optimizing deployments, and ensuring 99.9% uptime across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Real-World Impact ✔ Reduced cloud costs by 30% while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability. ✔ Developed AI-powered fraud detection, improving security accuracy by 40%. ✔ Designed high-throughput APIs for millions of daily users. ✔ Automated security assessments, cutting breach attempts by 30%. ✔ Integrated AI chatbots to enhance customer engagement and workflow automation. 💡 Recognitions & Values Honored with the Youth Icon Award (2021), Global Recognition Award (2024), and Most Admired Personality (2024), I’m committed to continuous learning, mentoring, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with technology. I am open to consulting, collaborations, and AI-driven projects. Let’s connect to explore how I can help your organization build secure, scalable, and innovative solutions for tomorrow.

Experience (8 roles)

Turing · Contract

AI Engineer | Python & LLM Specialist

Turing · Contract

Oct 2024 - May 2025 · 8 mos·Remote

At Turing, I drive innovation in next-generation AI assistants by merging Python expertise with large language model (LLM) optimization. My work bridges engineering rigor with AI research to solve cutting-edge coding challenges through: - Python Solution Development: Architecting scalable Python sy...

Bodytrak® · Full-time

Sr. Backend Developer, AI & Cybersecurity Engineer

Bodytrak® · Full-time

Jan 2023 - Oct 2024 · 1 yr 10 mos·Farrington, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

- Led the backend architecture for Bodytrak’s award-winning in-ear safety platform, enabling real-time physiological monitoring (core body temperature, heart rate, HRV, noise exposure, fatigue) and high-precision geolocation across industrial and hazardous environments. - Engineered and optimized e...

Algebra Intelligence · Contract

Senior IT Consultant | AI Solutions & Full Stack

Algebra Intelligence · Contract

Sep 2021 - Dec 2021 · 4 mos·Remote

As a Senior IT Consultant, I deliver end-to-end solutions by integrating advanced AI, robust data engineering, and full-stack application development. My focus is on building scalable, intelligent systems that drive business value and innovation. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: - AI & ML Inte...

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Education (2)

University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

Skills: Cybersecurity · Linux

University of the Punjab

University of the Punjab

Sep 2015 - Jun 2019

Skills: Data Engineering · Mobile Application Development

Skills (74)

Data Engineering

AIApache SparkHadoop

Database

SnowflakeElasticsearch

Frontend

Next.js

ML Engineering

MLflow

Other

ChatbotsWeb Services APIText ClassificationNatural Language Processing (NLP)Artificial Neural NetworksPythonAzureRESTful APIsFastAPIJavaScriptGitGitHubMongoDBReactMLflowDockerElasticsearchApache SparkSnowflakeFlaskMySQLTypeScriptDjangoPostgreSQLNode.jsCloudLinuxAirflowKafkaRabbitMQKubernetesTerraformAngularSecurity AuditsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Prompt EngineeringRecommender SystemsChatbot DesignPrivacy ComplianceNeuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)Python in AzureVue.jsHTML5CSS3WebSocketLaravelRubyGraphQLDynamoDBRedisSeleniumJUnitAppiumPostmanAWSGoogle CloudHTMxTensorFlowJenkinsLinuxPythonCloudDjangoFastAPINode.jsAWSAzure
Certifications (20)â–¼

SQL Masterclass: SQL for Data Analytics

Udemy

SQL for Data Analysis and Data Science in 2021

Udemy

Microsoft SQL from scratch - Beginner to Expert

Udemy

Computer Vision With Python

Udemy

Agile Project Management: Agile, Scrum, Kanban & XP

Udemy

Communication skills and strategies for effective sales

Udemy

API Engineer: Node | Python | Django | Postman | PostgreSQL

Udemy

NGINX Web Server from Scratch

Udemy

Master Class: React + Typescript 2021 Web Development

Udemy

Apache Spark 3 for Data Engineering & Analytics with Python

Udemy

Internet of Things IOT, Robotics and Hacking with NodeMCU

Udemy

Network Programming Masterclassâ„¢:Java Socket, TCP/IP, Server

Udemy

Practical Web Development with Docker, Django, Nginx, Redis

Udemy

Pandas Library

Udemy

Data Engineering - ETL, Web Scraping ,Big Data,SQL,Power BI

Udemy

DevOps Foundation

Udemy

React the Complete Guide

Udemy

Blazor and Python Django Full Stack Web Development

Udemy

Basics of Database Design & Development

Udemy

Python And Django Framework

Udemy

Publications (2)â–¼

The Clouded Side of ChatGPT

Sep 7, 2023

The Human Element in Cybersecurity: Why It Matters

Oct 15, 2024

Languages (2)â–¼
English(Professional working proficiency)Urdu(Full professional proficiency)
Volunteer Experience (7)â–¼

Metadots Mentorship Program

Metadots

Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 · 2 yrs

Judge & Jury: The IT Event

KIPS College

Sep 2021 · 1 mo

Guest Speaker

Stars College

Nov 2021 · 1 mo

CyberSecurity and Forensic Speaker

LOGYTalks

Oct 2022 · 1 mo

Guest Speaker

AI-Noor Group of Colleges

Mar 2021 · 1 mo

Led Mentorship for UOP students about IOT project

University of Portsmouth

Sep 2022 - Jul 2023 · 11 mos

dedicated contributor, Leader, and Advocate for social impact through the SKZ Foundation

Current

SKZ Foundation (SAYA E KHUDA-E-ZULJLAL)

Jan 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

Honors & Awards (3)â–¼

Most Admired Personality in 2024

Issued by Insights Success · Oct 2024

Honored to be recognized as one of the Most Admired Personalities in 2024 by Insights Success! This recognition celebrates my passion for technology, cybersecurity, and innovation and reflects my dedication to building trust and elevating security standards. Grateful for the journey, the lessons, and the incredible people who made this possible! Most Admired Personality in 2024

YOUTH ICON AWARD 2021

Issued by CCE Pakistan · Oct 2021

Mr. Rana Arslan Zaheer was awarded the Youth Icon Award for his exceptional contributions to technology and society. As a trailblazer in web development and software engineering, he has consistently excelled in creating impactful technological solutions. His leadership as a mentor has guided over 400 individuals toward successful careers in technology since 2015, while his dedication to education technology has fostered a more inclusive and innovative landscape in Pakistan. Passionate about AI, Machine Learning, and Big Data, he is actively working to position Pakistan as a global leader in tech innovation. Through his role as a motivational and technical speaker, he has inspired countless students by conducting workshops and seminars at leading institutions. His collaborations with software houses like MetaDots and volunteer work with the SKZ Foundation reflect his commitment to blending technical expertise with social upliftment. Recognized for his ability to bridge technical proficiency with social responsibility, Mr. Arslan continues to inspire youth, making him a deserving recipient of the prestigious Youth Icon Award. Rana Arslan Zaheer Award Nominee Youth Icon Award 2021 CCE AWARD.pdf

GLOBAL RECOGNITION AWARD 2024

Issued by Global recognition Awards · Oct 2024

Rana Arslan Zaheer's contributions to software development and cybersecurity represent exemplary achievement across multiple professional dimensions, while his influence continues to shape industry practices globally. Statistical analysis of his project outcomes reveals consistent delivery quality excellence while maintaining optimal performance metrics across diverse implementation scenarios. Recognition through the Global Recognition Awards validates his position among distinguished technology leaders worldwide. Selection committee evaluations emphasized Arslan unique technical expertise and leadership capabilities, manifesting through measurable positive outcomes across all initiatives. Documentation of his achievements provides clear evidence of sustained software development and cybersecurity excellence while maintaining the highest professional standards. Future technology professionals will benefit from the methodologies and standards established through his dedicated efforts in advancing the field. _GRA_Rana Arslan Zaheer _2024.png

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Arslan Zaheer studied Master's degree, CYBER SECURITY AND FORENSIC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY at University of Portsmouth. They have 2 education entries on their profile.
What skills does Arslan Zaheer have?â–¼
Arslan Zaheer's top skills include Chatbots, Web Services API, Text Classification, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Next.js. They have 74 skills listed on their profile.
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Arslan Zaheer is based in United Kingdom.

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