Akbar Ali-Senior Software Engineer (M365, SharePoint & .NET)
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Experience
Microsoft 365 & Power Platform Consultant
Self-Employed / Independent Consultant
- Design and deliver business applications, integrations and automation using C#/.NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, Power Platform, SharePoint, Microsoft Graph, REST APIs and Azure services.
- Build AI-assisted solutions for email analysis, document extraction, structured data processing and workflow automation using Copilot Studio, OpenAI APIs and AI Builder.
- Work directly with international clients to clarify requirements, propose architecture, implement solutions, troubleshoot production issues and provide long-term support.
- Deliver custom SharePoint/SPFx and React-based functionality, Power Apps solutions, API integrations, document workflows and automation across Microsoft 365.
Principal Consultant
Systems Limited
- Led hands-on development and delivery of enterprise SharePoint, Microsoft 365 and .NET solutions for government and private-sector customers.
- Developed and integrated applications using SharePoint, ASP.NET/C#, WCF, REST APIs, JavaScript/jQuery and Dynamics CRM, while coordinating requirements, technical decisions, deployment and support.
- Mentored team members and acted as a senior technical point of contact for customer stakeholders and delivery teams.
Technology Consultant
Treehouse Exatex Pvt Ltd
- Designed, developed and supported SharePoint Online/on-premises, .NET and workflow solutions including document management, custom forms, integrations and approval processes.
- Built solutions using SharePoint, ASP.NET/C#, JavaScript/jQuery, SQL Server, REST/SOAP APIs, Power Automate and Nintex, with testing, deployment and production support.
- Worked with business users and technical teams to translate requirements into maintainable solutions and mentored junior developers.
Senior Software Engineer
Systems Limited
- Developed and supported enterprise applications using ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server and SharePoint On-Premises, including custom development, troubleshooting and production support.
Senior Software Engineer
Technology Ally Inc
- Built and supported ASP.NET, SQL Server and JavaScript applications, including platform migration, reusable modules, integrations and production fixes.
Associate Software Engineer
Plexus Pvt Ltd
- Developed web modules for registration, payments, fundraising, content management and reporting using ASP.NET, PHP, Joomla and DNN.
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Experienced in Information Technology, Professional Services, and Government and Administration.
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Experienced in Information Technology and Product Development.
Summary
Senior software engineer and consultant with 15+ years of experience designing, developing, integrating and supporting enterprise applications and Microsoft-based business solutions. Strong hands-on background in C#/.NET, TypeScript, JavaScript, React, REST APIs, SQL Server, SharePoint/Microsoft 365 and Power Platform, with recent work in AI-assisted automation using Copilot Studio, OpenAI APIs and AI Builder. Experienced across the full delivery lifecycle from requirements and solution design through implementation, testing, deployment, troubleshooting and production support, with direct customer and stakeholder collaboration in international projects.
Skills
- Software Engineering: C#/.Net, Asp.Net, Typescript, Javascript, React, Spfx, Html/Css, Node.Js Familiarity, Sql Server
- Apis & Integrations: Rest/Soap Apis, Microsoft Graph, Json/Xml, Authentication, Web Services, Azure Functions, Third-Party Integrations
- Microsoft Cloud & Platforms: Microsoft 365, Sharepoint Online/Server, Teams, Power Platform, Dataverse, Dynamics 365, Entra Id
- Ai & Automation: Copilot Studio, Openai Apis, Ai Builder, Power Automate Cloud/Desktop, Intelligent Document And Email Workflows
- Architecture & Delivery: Requirements Analysis, Solution Architecture, Technical Design, Sdlc, Agile Delivery, Uat, Documentation, Troubleshooting, Production Support, Stakeholder Communication
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Education
NED University of Engineering & Technology
Master of Science · Computer Science & Information Technology · Karachi, Pakistan
Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology
Bachelor of Science · Computer Engineering · Karachi, Pakistan
Certifications & licenses
Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate
Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate
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Akbar is based in Vantaa, Finland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Akbar speaks the following languages: Urdu (Native), English (Advanced), Finnish (Elementary).
Akbar has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Akbar has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Akbar may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Akbar would be well-suited for roles such as: Microsoft 365 & Power Platform Consultant, Principal Consultant, Technology Consultant.
Akbar's most recent position is Microsoft 365 & Power Platform Consultant at Self-Employed / Independent Consultant.
In recent years, Akbar has worked for Self-Employed / Independent Consultant, Systems Limited, and Treehouse Exatex Pvt Ltd.
Akbar is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Professional Services, and Government and Administration.
Akbar is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology and Product Development.
Akbar has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Professional Services, and Government and Administration.
Akbar has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology.
Akbar holds a Master in Computer Science & Information Technology from NED University of Engineering & Technology and a Bachelor in Computer Engineering from Sir Syed University of Engineering & Technology.
Akbar has 2 certificates. These include: Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Developer Associate and Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate.
Akbar is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
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