Adam Hammad

freelance, contract, full-stack, architecture

Berlin, Germany

AH

About

I have a diverse career as a Software Engineer and Architect, showcasing my expertise across various industries. Notable achievements include delivering JavaScript projects from end-to-end, leading teams, developing proof-of-concepts to rebuilding legacy applications from the ground up using the latest technologies, and creating innovative tools to support engineering practices.

Work Experience

Klarna

Sep 2023 - Sep 2024

AI Software Engineer

Development of AI powered fraud detection tools, ongoing maintenance of core systems, on call duties, and development of internal tools to optimize customer service processes.

Klarna

Jul 2023 - Sep 2023

Mobile App Developer

Worked with a team to develop a new product for the US market. Development of React Native application within an existing ecosystem.

eBay Classifieds Group

Jan 2022 - Jul 2023

Frontend Architect

Led security division frontend solutions, reviewed candidates for Javascript roles, led JS ecosystem initiatives, and developed proof-of-concept to rebuild Kleinanzeigen frontend using modern technologies while integrating legacy systems.

Wikimedia Foundation Deutschland

Feb 2021 - Present

Senior Software Engineer

Develop tools for data analysis and maintenance on existing and legacy tools.

Klarna

Jun 2021 - Dec 2021

Senior Javascript Engineer

Developed new proof-of-concept product for global market, implemented robust frontend pipeline, drove company-wide JS linting rules initiative, and mentored graduate engineers through workshops.

Deutsche Telekom (Publicis Sapient)

Feb 2021 - May 2021

Frontend Architect

Architected system for 5M users, developed interactive survey with 11 localizations, led team of 4 engineers, and managed stakeholder reporting.

Deutsche Telekom (Publicis Sapient)

Nov 2020 - Dec 2020

Senior Frontend Engineer

Developed proof-of-concept application to connect existing legacy systems into a new central dashboard.

H&M

Aug 2020 - Nov 2020

Senior Frontend Engineer

Refactored proof-of-concept into production, managed project delivery, and defined work processes as founding team member.

Smartr365

Jul 2019 - Feb 2020

Lead Frontend Engineer

Rebuilt UI into component library, restructured information architecture, and implemented frontend testing and development processes.

Cleanaway

Dec 2018 - Jul 2019

Frontend Engineer

Implemented new features in React codebase and optimized JS performance for larger data sets by refactoring DOM nodes into canvas elements.

RMIT University

Mar 2016 - Jan 2017

Full Stack Engineer

Developed "Rethinking ageing" public survey with Sibling Architecture using Angular frontend and Firebase backend.

Education

RMIT University

2015 - 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours)

RMIT University

2012 - 2014
Bachelor of Arts (Photography)

RMIT University

2007 - 2009
Bachelor of Technology (Computing Studies)

Skills

JavaScript
TypeScript
React/Next.js
React Native
Node.js
Python
GraphQL
REST APIs
PostgreSQL
AWS
Docker
CI/CD
Vue.js
Angular
Testing (Jest, Cypress)
Tailwind CSS
System Architecture
Agile/Scrum
Audio Programming
Sound Synthesis

Projects

Chopped & Screwed Workstation

An audio workstation for creating and managing chopped and screwed music.

React
Next.js
Tone.js
Soundcloud API

Mozilla Firefox DevTools

Fixed platform specific bugs and implemented enhancements and new search features to DevTools console.

React
Mochitest
Mercurial
HG
Mozphab

Rome Toolchain

Implemented custom JSX rules specific to accessibility for the linter.

TypeScript

XP.css

A design system for building faithful recreations of old user interfaces.

PostCSS
SCSS
Node

min.report

Min.report engages a multitude of perspectives in diverse and experimental ways around the intentionally broad theme of reportage.

React
AWS
WP API