Bashar Ayyash

Tech Lead & AI Engineer

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Summary

Innovative Tech Lead and AI Engineer with over two decades of hands-on experience in full-stack development. Proven track record of architecting and delivering high-performance web and mobile applications for enterprise clients. Deep expertise in the Laravel ecosystem and React/Next.js stack. Passionate about leveraging Generative AI to solve complex business problems.

Professional Journey

Technical Lead

EJADA - Alrajhi Bank • July 2022 - Present

Leading the complete software development lifecycle for enterprise web and mobile applications in the banking sector. I architect and implement complex solutions using modern JavaScript stacks while ensuring alignment between technical delivery and business objectives.

  • Design scalable React/React Native architectures that modernize legacy systems and optimize performance
  • Build fully normalized relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) alongside MongoDB solutions
  • Implement real-time features using WebSockets and Redis for enhanced user experiences
  • Lead cross-functional client workshops, translating business requirements into technical roadmaps
  • Enforce coding standards and best practices, delivering consistently high-quality services
  • Manage project estimation, resource allocation, and timeline achievement

Senior Web Developer

iMMAP (International NGO) • April 2016 - November 2021

Dedicated my expertise to humanitarian technology, developing critical systems that supported food security and livelihood initiatives in crisis regions.

  • Implemented IMMI (Integrated Market Monitoring Initiative) for the Syria Food Security & Livelihood Cluster, processing complex market data at scale
  • Built comprehensive data analytics platforms from the ground up, handling everything from survey design to visualization
  • Developed organizational security tracking systems used across multiple regions
  • Led capacity building efforts, training teams on information management and software development
  • Championed data engineering practices that transformed raw data into actionable insights

IT Web Manager

NCCI (NGO Coordination Committee for Iraq) • May 2015 - Jan 2016

Led IT operations for Iraq's primary NGO coordination platform, supporting 200+ member organizations during critical humanitarian response efforts.

  • Administered PHP web architecture servers, ensuring 99%+ uptime for critical platforms
  • Maintained normalized databases for NGO membership and humanitarian data tracking
  • Implemented robust security protocols and disaster recovery across Erbil and Baghdad offices
  • Reduced system downtime by 40% through established monitoring and backup procedures
  • Managed technical support and capacity building for 50+ staff across multiple locations

FRONTEND ENGINEER

Bayt.com • Jan 2013 - Apr 2015

Served as the primary front-end developer for Bayt.com's Mobile Site, the Middle East's leading job platform serving millions of job seekers across the MENA region. Architected mobile-first experiences that delivered critical job search functionality to users across diverse devices and connectivity conditions.

  • Engineered high-performance mobile web application using advanced JavaScript techniques and CSS3/SASS, delivering responsive job search experience to 5+ million monthly visitors across the MENA region
  • Architected responsive UI framework with Bootstrap and custom CSS, ensuring consistent user experience across 40,000+ employer pages and candidate profiles on mobile devices
  • Developed and launched Google Chrome extension for job listings, extending Bayt.com's reach and providing seamless job notification functionality to desktop users
  • Optimized mobile site performance for low-bandwidth environments, improving load times and accessibility for users in emerging markets with limited connectivity
  • Collaborated on mobile-first design system that established foundation for Bayt.com's subsequent native mobile applications, directly influencing the platform's mobile strategy

EARLY CAREER FOUNDATION

Progressive Development Roles • 2005 - 2012

My development journey began with object-oriented tracking systems at UNDP, progressed through strategic e-commerce leadership at Shukr Islamic Clothing, expanded to full infrastructure management as Globalcom's Webmaster, and advanced to engineering accessible Oracle ERP components at SavvyTech. These foundational roles cultivated expertise in responsive architecture, database design, and enterprise integration—core strengths that underpin my current success in architecting complex solutions and leading high-performance engineering teams.

Let's Connect

I'm always interested in discussing innovative projects, technical challenges, and opportunities to create impactful solutions. Whether you're looking for a technical leader or a hands-on developer who can architect and build, let-s talk.