Ali Zahedi
Software Engineer @GotPhoto.com | fotograf.de
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WORK HISTORY
Software Engineer @GotPhoto.com | fotograf.de
Berlin, DE
March 2022 – January 2024 | Mid-level Software EngineerDuring my four-year tenure at GotPhoto, I progressed from a mid-level engineer to a key technical contributor, significantly influencing architectural design, operational management, and long-term product strategy. This growth involved taking on broader responsibilities, increasing ownership of critical systems, and actively guiding the engineering direction.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:1. Developed production-ready code with a focus on reliability and maintainability2. Owned support tickets and resolved customer-facing or production issues through root-cause analysis3. Participated in team rituals and contributed to technical and organizational discussions4. Managed and delivered mid-sized features from inception to completion5. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align engineering, product, and business priorities6. Worked closely with the Product Manager to extract and analyze data for informed decision-makingFebruary 2024 – Present | Senior-level / Technical LeadershipWith expanded responsibilities, I contribute to architecture, leadership, and operational excellence.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:1. Led the modularization of the legacy monolith using Hexagonal Architecture to improve maintainability and scalability.2. Owned complex, high-impact features and critical areas of the codebase3. Collaborated with the team to decouple services from the monolith and define clear domain boundaries4. Facilitated technical ceremonies, discussions, and decision-making processes5. Participated in on-call rotations to ensure platform stability and operational accountability6. Contributed to architecture meetings to shape long-term technical direction7. Worked closely with the Trio (Product Manager, Engineering Manager, Designer) to plan quarterly goals and roadmap initiatives8. Implemented and enhanced observability and monitoring using tools such as Grafana and Uptrace
EDUCATION
Semnan University
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
ABOUT ALI ZAHEDI
With nearly 8 years of experience in the software industry, I currently serve as a Senior Software Engineer at GotPhoto.com. My role focuses on delivering reliable and maintainable production-ready code, resolving customer-facing and production issues through root-cause analysis, and contributing to architectural design and operational strategies. My work is supported by a strong foundation in web engineering and software infrastructure. At GotPhoto.com, I have grown into a key technical contributor, actively shaping engineering processes and long-term product strategies. I consistently prioritize problem-solving and efficiency to create impactful systems that align with organizational goals. My professional journey reflects a commitment to collaboration, adaptability, and enhancing software performance.
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