Mahamuda Akhter
Birmingham,UK
Summary
Software Engineer with over four years of commercial experience. Expertise in C#, JavaScript, and SQL, complemented by proficiency in frameworks such as React and Selenium. Demonstrates strong capabilities in both backend and frontend development, with a focus on testing and automation.
Skilled in utilising tools like Azure DevOps, Jira, and Git to enhance Agile workflows and ensure seamless CI/CD processes. Committed to delivering high-quality code through rigorous debugging and code reviews.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Software Engineer
BlackLine
Birmingham
2025.04 - 2025.12
- Wrote clean, secure, and scalable code to support application performance and reliability.
- Developed and maintained backend and frontend applications to ensure a seamless user experience.
- Debugged software defects and supported releases to enhance software quality.
- Participated in code reviews and Agile ceremonies.
- Delivered timely projects within deadlines whilst managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Quickly learned and adopted new technologies and frameworks to meet changing project requirements.
- Developed new application features using Java, C#, React and SQL.
- Collaborated with product owners to refine technical requirements.
- Investigated production issues through debugging and root cause analysis.
- Contributed to improving application performance and maintainability.
Software Engineer (Test)
BlackLine
2022.02 - 2025.04
- Developed automated test suites to improve testing coverage and reliability.
- Created daily automated tests in collaboration with developers to ensure early bug detection.
- Developed test strategies that streamlined processes and improved overall testing efficiency.
- Performed functional, regression and integration testing.
- Mastered coding languages such as C#, enhancing test coverage.
Continuous Integration Developer
Rimilia
2019.09 - 2020.06
- Collaborated with Agile Scrum teams to enhance project development outcomes.
- Enhanced testability and optimised CI pipelines for efficient releases.
- Utilised frameworks for robust application development.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science
Aston University
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Computer Science
Birmingham Metropolitan College
Skills
- Programming Languages: Java, C#, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, CSS
- Frameworks: React, Selenium
- Core: Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), CI/CD Pipelines, Backend Development, Frontend Development, Software Testing, Test Automation, Code Reviews, Debugging, Agile (Scrum), SDLC
- Tools: GitHub, Git, Azure DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipeline, Jira
Affiliations
- Outside of work, I enjoy playing chess, which has strengthened my strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. I also enjoy spending time with friends and family, particularly going to the cinema and taking part in outdoor activities such as escape rooms. These interests help me maintain a healthy work-life balance while encouraging teamwork, communication, and creative thinking.
References
References available upon request.
Projects
Space Pirates Showdown
- Led the technical team.
- Designed application architecture.
- Implemented algorithms using Agile Scrum.
Friend Finder Android App
- Developed using Android Studio.
- Integrated Firebase and Google APIs.
- Designed interfaces in Figma.
Leadership
President, Aston University Chess Society (2018–2021): Organised events, grew engagement and led the society.
Timeline
Software Engineer
BlackLine
2025.04 - 2025.12
Software Engineer (Test)
BlackLine
2022.02 - 2025.04
Continuous Integration Developer
Rimilia
2019.09 - 2020.06
BSc (Hons) - Computer Science
Aston University
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Computer Science
Birmingham Metropolitan College