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Leon Shala

Pristina

Summary

Versatile Software Engineer with a strong track record of developing high-quality web and mobile applications. Skilled in leading teams, leveraging modern technologies, and delivering scalable, user-focused solutions. Passionate about driving innovation, optimizing performance, and creating seamless experiences that align with business goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Technical Lead

Deutsches Pflegehilfswerk
Pristina
10.2024 - Current
  • Leading the development of an integrated platform with an informative website, a dynamic web application, a multilingual dashboard providing all necessary information, and plans for a mobile app to connect users with caregivers and manage caregiving services seamlessly
  • Utilizing a modern tech stack including Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Node.js, Express.js, and PostgreSQL to ensure scalability, performance, and a seamless user experience
  • Overseeing strategic and technical decisions, contributing to both backend and frontend development to ensure seamless integration and high-quality deliverables
  • Implementing SEO strategies with Google Analytics and Google Search Console to improve visibility and user engagement
  • Managing hosting and deployments with Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines) and Azure Portal for scalable web apps, APIs, and cloud storage
  • Mentoring the team and driving the delivery of scalable, user-focused solutions aligned with business goals

Software Engineer

Stree LLC
Remote
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Led front-end transformation and cross-team collaboration at playsharper.com using Vue 3, Pinia, TypeScript, and Ionic, enhancing user experience and platform-wide accessibility for over 50,000 users.
  • Utilized TypeScript to develop clean, efficient, and maintainable code, ensuring a seamless experience across all pages
  • Coordinated with backend engineers to integrate sophisticated functionalities, ensuring reliable and interactive features throughout the site
  • Implemented strategic SEO practices to elevate visibility and widen the audience, leveraging prerender.io to ensure prominently featured content
  • Effectively managed tasks and project workflows using Jira, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives
  • Remote

Javascript Engineer

Gjirafa inc.
Pristina
03.2021 - 10.2024
  • Codex CMS Development: Developed the Codex CMS using Vue.js, Vuex, SCSS, Axios, and Bootstrap
  • Utilized Vue Apollo for GraphQL and Figma for design aspects
  • Collaborated in an agile environment with DevOps Azure and Git
  • E-commerce Platforms: Optimized frontend for gjirafamall.com and gjirafa50.com, enhancing SEO and performance
  • Key contributor to Black Friday site development, ensuring high performance
  • Applied modern web practices with jQuery and other libraries for UI restructuring and responsiveness
  • GjirafaMall Mobile App Development: Previously led the frontend development of the GjirafaMall mobile app using React Native, Expo, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and React Query
  • Oversaw the team to ensure adherence to code quality, best practices, and the timely achievement of project milestones

Education

Computer Science -

UBT College - Higher Education Institution
Pristina, Kosovo

Skills

  • React/ReactNative/Next
  • Vue
  • Nodejs/Expressjs
  • Tailwind
  • TypeScript
  • Azure Devops/Jira
  • PostgreSQL/MongoDB
  • Team Leadership
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Technical Lead

Deutsches Pflegehilfswerk
10.2024 - Current

Software Engineer

Stree LLC
02.2023 - 12.2024

Javascript Engineer

Gjirafa inc.
03.2021 - 10.2024

Computer Science -

UBT College - Higher Education Institution

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