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Hi, my name is Yousuf S A

Frontend Tech Lead

ABOUT ME

A Frontend Tech Lead based in Dubai, UAE.

Frontend Tech Lead with 9+ years of experience building complex, data-driven web applications and leading high-performing engineering teams. Currently leading a team of 21 developers at Suadeo (Sonorbi DMCC) in Dubai, building the frontend of Suadeo’s sovereign Data & AI platform — a unified self-service analytics suite trusted by the French Ministry of Interior, European Space Agency, Crédit Agricole, and 100+ organisations across Europe. Specialist expertise in JavaScript, jQuery, DevExpress, JointJS, ECharts, Gridstack, InteractJS, and SplitJS.

"Software is easy to make, except when you want it to do something new. And then, of course, there is a corollary: The only software that's worth making is software that does something new.".

- Yousuf S A

KNOWLEDGE

Web Development

Involved in end to end delivery of customization for web and mobile browsers by analyzing requirements, development, testing and transforming as per client needs.

UI / UX Design

Website implementation from PSD into responsive HTML and CSS (Bootstrap) Templates, Custom Web Application Development.

App Development

Involved in the hybrid mobile application development using the Ionic and Angular framework.

Web APIs

Worked on various web APIs for mobile applications, Ecommerce applications, and ERP systems.

Rebranding

Improved and enhanced the existing user interfaces with the latest version of the frontend technologies.

ChatBot Integrations

Integrating the realtime communication platforms like chatbots, SMS, and email services.
MY SERVICES
MY SKILLS

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Frontend Tech Lead specialising in complex, data-driven UIs. Core stack: JavaScript, jQuery, Vue.js, Nuxt.js, PHP, HTML5, CSS3/SCSS, Ajax, MySQL, Git, and Figma. Specialist library expertise: DevExpress (enterprise grids & forms), JointJS (graph & data model visualisation), ECharts (real-time data charts), Gridstack (drag-and-drop dashboards), InteractJS (drag-resize-gesture interactions), and SplitJS (resizable panel layouts) — the full frontend stack powering Suadeo’s sovereign Data & AI platform.

HTML & CSS3

95%

JQuery

85%

JavaScript

90%

WordPress

80%

Vue.Js

90%

PHP

95%

Codeigniter

90%

MySql

90%

Ajax

90%

Git

80%
MY STORY
2023–Now
Frontend Tech Lead
Suadeo · Sonorbi DMCC

Building the frontend of Suadeo’s Self Data Services (SDS) platform — a sovereign Data & AI suite with 22 years of R&D, trusted by the French Ministry of Interior, European Space Agency, Crédit Agricole, the 2023 Rugby World Cup, and 100+ enterprise clients across Europe. Leading a team of 21 frontend developers across 13 platform modules including Dashboard, Reporting, Data Model, ETL, Data Catalog, Mapping, Queries, and API Manager.

  • Own frontend architecture across 13 platform modules, ensuring consistent component design, performance, and maintainability across the full SDS suite.
  • Built interactive dashboard and data visualisation UIs using ECharts for real-time charts and DevExpress for enterprise-grade data grids and forms, enabling business users to self-serve complex analytics.
  • Implemented drag-and-drop dashboard composition (Gridstack), graph and data model visualisation (JointJS), resizable multi-pane layouts (SplitJS), and advanced drag-resize interactions (InteractJS) — delivering a fully interactive, low-code analytics experience.
  • Delivered frontend for high-profile government applications for the French Police and French Ministry of Interior, meeting strict security and accessibility standards for sovereign public-sector deployments.
  • Defined engineering standards, conducted code reviews, and ran structured onboarding, keeping 21 developers aligned across multiple concurrent modules.
  • Led sprint planning and release scoping with product and design stakeholders, consistently delivering on schedule across a complex, multi-module platform.
2020–2023
Software Developer
BimmerTech
  • Developed and maintained responsive and user-friendly websites using modern web technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, jQuery, and Vue.js.
  • Built modular and reusable components and libraries using the Vue.js ecosystem, including Vue CLI, Vuex, Vue Router, and Nuxt.js.
  • Collaborated with designers to create user interfaces that are both visually appealing and intuitive, enhancing the user experience.
  • Ensured that websites and applications are compatible with a variety of browsers and devices, providing a seamless experience for all users.
  • Integrated third-party APIs, such as ticketing systems and PayPal payment gateways, to enable smooth registration and ticketing processes.
  • Optimized website performance by implementing techniques such as code minification, image optimization, and lazy loading, resulting in faster load times and improved user engagement.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including designers, back-end developers, and project managers, to ensure efficient coordination and timely delivery.
  • Conducted thorough testing and debugging of front-end code to identify and resolve issues, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Utilized version control systems, such as Git, to manage code repositories, track changes, and collaborate effectively with other developers.
  • Stayed up-to-date with the latest frontend technologies, frameworks, and industry trends to continuously enhance skills and contribute to innovative solutions.
  • Developed 100+ custom responsive HTML email templates for email marketing activities.
2018
Software Engineer
Mint Middle East LLC

Responsible for working on various projects, designing appealing websites and interacting on a daily basis with graphic designers, back-end developers, and marketers. Integrating the communication platforms like chatbots, SMS and email services.

  • Involved in end to end delivery of customization for web and mobile browsers by analyzing requirements, development, testing and transforming as per client needs.
  • Improved and enhanced the existing user interfaces with the latest version of PHP and frontend technologies.
  • Optimized and updated new features in Database, increased application performance.
  • API implementation minimizes transaction times, and improves operational procedures.
  • Refactored critical bugs in the production system without escalation and quick turnaround time.
  • Worked on JavaScript Framework Vue.js to design and develop OMS applications.
  • Worked on JavaScript Framework AngularJS to design and develop restaurant web POS application.
  • Delivered quality products to clients with best UI experience.
2017
Lead UI Developer
V2Soft
  • Coordinated with the team and product owner to make sure the project feasibility
  • Actively involved in the frontend designing of hybrid mobile applications.
  • Providing technical expertise and code review to other team members.
  • Interacted with clients regarding the delivery of assets and ensuring they are in the proper format for easy transformation to HTML emails.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues related to HTML email templates and fixing the issue.
  • Work with email marketing platforms and email application tools like Email on acid and Mailchimp.
  • Responsible for developing dynamic content and personalization for email campaigns.
2017
Lead UI Developer
Evento Solutions LLC

Worked as Lead UI Developer for Australia's only online marketplace to kids activities and experiences web application, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) email templates.

  • Implementing web design and development principles to build stable software.
  • Introduced repository pattern in the whole technical team to re-use UI components and some functional methods which increased productivity.
  • Maintained an organized workflow using a project management tools (like GitHub, Bitbucket).
  • Worked on maintainable, scalable, responsive, and cross-browser code.
  • Updated and streamlined existing code to improve site performance.
  • Experienced in converting mockups and PSD designs to HTML pages.
2016
Web Developer
Digists

Website Designing and Development based on the client’s requirements (both static and dynamic sites), with the use of the following technologies: HTML, CSS, bootstrap, PHP, jQuery, JavaScript, MySQL.

  • Website implementation from PSD into responsive HTML and CSS (Bootstrap) Templates, PHP and MySQL Custom Web Application Development.
  • Designed and developed Static, Dynamic, and Ecommerce websites.
  • Worked on the server side code to handle form submissions, Ajax requests, database queries, file uploads, file storage web service calls, third-party API web service calls, merchant account integration and dynamic page generation.
  • Designing database schemes and managing data using database design tools.
  • Online chat implementation, API implementation Responsible for the day to day running of Marketing & IT Department Creating & Executing Marketing Campaigns Assigning Tasks to Marketing & IT Team.
MY CLIENTS

WHAT THEY SAY

Saheel Ahmed
Yousuf is an energetic, ambitious, and result oriented professional. As a person, kindness and humble are obvious characteristics.
A skill full software developer, who knows exactly what approach will lead to success in terms of technology.
Team player, loyal, and friendly to all.

Saheel Ahmed CEO Digists

Ajay Srinivasa
Yousuf is a very enthusiastic member of the team always trying to give his best. Yousuf in brief is a valuable tool for any software development team.

Ajay Srinivasa CEO JayBlues Technologies