Ali Harkous

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WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Full Stack Developer

    JUN 2023 - JAN 2026

    Kreatek
    • Designed and shipped production web applications using Node.js, GraphQL, and TypeScript, contributing across both backend architecture and frontend development.
    • Built background job systems with Cron jobs, AWS queues, and Graphile Worker to power scheduled and asynchronous workflows.
    • Developed scalable APIs and typed data flows with GraphQL, improving client flexibility and data-fetching efficiency.
    • Leveraged advanced TypeScript patterns such as generics and utility types to enforce type safety and support a more maintainable architecture.
    • Created polished, animation-rich interfaces with GSAP, Motion, and advanced CSS, delivering responsive and engaging user experiences.
    • Integrated external and custom APIs, including Google's Automated Discount API, to support specialized client and product needs.
    • Enhanced application performance and content delivery using Cloudflare CDN and caching strategies.

    Beirut, Lebanon

    JUN 2023 - JAN 2026

  • Full Stack Developer

    NOV 2022 - JUN 2023

    Ajjerni
    • Established and applied best practices for scalable, maintainable, and high-performance web applications across development and deployment workflows.
    • Developed production features using Next.js, leveraging its architecture for improved performance, routing, and frontend reliability.
    • Built a WhatsApp-based messaging API workflow that guided users through identity verification via secure links and step-based interactions.
    • Implemented the full verification journey, including identification checks, ID scan handling, and workflow logic for a secure user onboarding process.
    • Used Docker to standardize containerized environments, improving deployment consistency and cross-stage reliability.
    • Partnered with designers and backend engineers to deliver cohesive, intuitive, and production-ready user experiences.

    Beirut, Lebanon

    NOV 2022 - JUN 2023

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science

    SEP 2020 - AUG 2023

    Lebanese American University Of Beirut
    • Algorithms & Data Structures
    • Database Management Systems
    • Parallel Programming for Multicore and Cluster Systems

    Beirut, Lebanon

    SEP 2020 - AUG 2023

  • Scientifique French Baccalaureate

    SEP 2005 - JUN 2020

    Lycee Abdel Kader

    Specialized in mathematics, physics, and natural sciences, providing a strong foundation for further academic and professional pursuits.

    Beirut, Lebanon

    SEP 2005 - JUN 2020

LANGUAGES

English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Arabic: Native