Available for opportunities, UK

Muhammad
Waqas Khan

Software Engineer with 8+ years Experience building production apps serving millions of users. MSc in International Business with Data Analytics — Engineering meets Strategy.

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Skills & Expertise

A decade of hands-on Android development backed by security engineering and full-stack web experience.

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Android Development

JavaKotlinAndroid SDK Android StudioMVVMClean Architecture DataBindingCoroutinesWorkManager
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APIs & Networking

RESTful APIsRetrofitJSON FirebaseGoogle Maps SDKAdMob
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Data & Storage

Room DatabaseSQLiteFirebase Gradle
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Security Engineering

App SecurityVulnerability Analysis Reverse EngineeringXposed Framework
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Web Development

PHPLaravelFull-Stack
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Engineering Practices

GitAgile / ScrumCode Review CI/CDMentoring
Android / Java & Kotlin 95%
MVVM / Clean Architecture 90%
Firebase & Cloud Services 85%
Security Engineering 88%
RESTful APIs & Retrofit 92%
PHP / Laravel 70%

Work Experience

From Ministry of Defence security research to scaling consumer apps with millions of downloads.

Mar 2021 – Dec 2023 📍 Islamabad, Pakistan

Senior Software Engineer – Android

Generic Apps
  • Architected and shipped Android applications using Java & Android Studio, achieving millions of downloads on the Google Play Store.
  • Drove adoption of MVVM architecture, significantly improving code maintainability and team velocity.
  • Integrated RESTful APIs to power seamless client–server communication across multiple products.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration with designers and project managers to deliver high-quality releases on schedule.
  • Implemented comprehensive testing across diverse device configurations; managed version control via Git.
  • Built full-stack web portals using PHP Laravel as a secondary deliverable.
Mar 2018 – Mar 2021 📍 Islamabad, Pakistan

Research Engineer

Ministry of Defence
  • Designed and delivered secure Android applications protecting sensitive user data against breach vectors.
  • Conducted in-depth security audits of existing Android applications to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
  • Performed reverse engineering of third-party apps to detect malicious behaviour and data exfiltration.
  • Leveraged the Xposed Framework to intercept and block unauthorised personal data collection attempts.
  • Maintained continuous monitoring cycles to address newly emerging security threats.
Aug 2017 – Mar 2018 📍 Islamabad, Pakistan

Android Developer

Axact
  • Designed and shipped scalable, high-quality Android applications meeting client requirements and industry standards.
  • Collaborated with design, QA, and product management teams in Agile sprints including stand-ups and retrospectives.
  • Integrated RESTful APIs and participated actively in the full app release cycle.
  • Mentored and coached junior developers, providing structured guidance and code reviews.
May 2015 – Aug 2017 📍 Islamabad, Pakistan

Android Development Intern

Jolta Technologies
  • Built and maintained product-based Android applications with server-side REST API integration.
  • Integrated AdMob advertising SDK, directly increasing company ad revenue through optimised ad placement and format selection.
  • Researched best practices for user engagement and ad monetisation strategies.

Education

Blending technical computer science foundations with postgraduate business and data analytics expertise.

2024 – 2025
MSc International Business with Data Analytics
Ulster University · Birmingham, UK
EQF Level 7
2011 – 2015
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
PMAS Arid Agriculture University · Islamabad
EQF Level 6

Passionate about building things that matter

I'm a results-driven Senior Android Developer based in Birmingham with over eight years of professional experience delivering mobile solutions at scale — from consumer apps to security-critical government systems.

My MSc in International Business with Data Analytics gives me a rare edge: I understand both the engineering and the business impact of what I build. I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a mentoring mindset to every team I join.

Currently seeking senior Android or mobile engineering roles in the UK market where I can contribute immediately and grow long-term.

Open to opportunities

Let's Talk

Open to senior roles, contract positions, and interesting collaborations across the UK.

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Phone
+44 7435 690 264
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Location
Birmingham, B23 7PR, United Kingdom
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Work Authorisation
Full Right to work in the UK
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