Hi, I'm

Raman Zana

I am a dedicated Software Engineer with a strong focus on back-end development, specializing in the Laravel framework. With over five years of professional experience, I have successfully delivered scalable and secure web applications, both as a freelancer and as part of dynamic teams. My expertise extends to cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS. I am highly skilled in database design and administration, with hands-on experience in MySQL, and PostgreSQL, ensuring robust and efficient data management. I am passionate about staying updated with the latest technologies and enjoy solving complex technical challenges to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Experience

Senior Software Engineer

December 2022 – Present

  • Lead the development and maintenance of mission-critical web applications, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance.
  • Architected and implemented complex systems for Kurdistan24, including but not limited to the Kurdistan24 Main Website, Research Center, Social Platform, and ERP System, using Laravel, JavaScript, and modern web technologies.
  • Managed AWS infrastructure (EC2, S3, RDS(Aurora), Elastic Cache(Redis)), ensuring system uptime, security, and scalability through automation, monitoring, and server optimization.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and Cloudflare, resolving connectivity issues and optimizing security protocols via WAF and CDN caching for enhanced performance
  • Played a key role in scaling Kurdistan24’s digital platforms to accommodate high traffic demands, ensuring systems remain secure, fast, and reliable.
  • Provided technical leadership and mentoring, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation within the engineering team.

Featured Projects

Kurdistan24 Website

A responsive and user-friendly news website for Kurdistan24 media agency with excellent structure, performance, reliability, and SEO. The website covers all media-related needs and includes an integrated CMS for content management.

Technologies: Laravel, MySQL, JS, Tailwind, HTML, CSS

Kurdistan24 ERP System

Custom-built ERP system tailored for Kurdistan24's internal operations, covering modules for HR, inventory, task management, activities, and accounting. Also developed a REST API for the mobile application of the ERP system.

Technologies: Laravel, Redis, MySQL, JS, CSS, HTML

AVA Media ERP System

Developed a comprehensive ERP system for AVA Media, including HR, inventory, task management, and accounting modules, along with a mobile application API to extend functionality.

Technologies: Laravel, Redis, MySQL, JS, CSS, HTML

Kurdistan24 Mobile Application

Developed a reliable and efficient REST API for the Kurdistan24 mobile application, ensuring seamless communication between the app and the backend.

Technologies: Laravel, MySQL

ShotMob Application

First Iraqi mobile application for soccer fans, providing comprehensive coverage of both Iraqi and global leagues. I developed the CMS to manage content and the API to ensure scalability and reliable performance.

Technologies: Laravel, MySQL, JS, CSS, HTML, REST API

Kurdistan Football Association

A user-friendly website and CMS for the Kurdistan Football Association, featuring detailed information about matches, teams, and blogs.

Technologies: Laravel, MySQL, JS, CSS, HTML

Dohrnii Academy

Developed a responsive CMS to manage content for Dohrnii Academy, along with a REST API for the academy’s mobile application.

Technologies: Strapi.js, MySQL, REST API

Glacier Capital

A platform focused on crypto investments. Created a robust REST API for the Glacier project.

Technologies: AdonisJS, MySQL, REST API

Gulan Media Website

Developed a high-performance, SEO-optimized news website for Gullan Media, including an efficient CMS for content management.

Technologies: Laravel, MySQL, JS, Bootstrap, HTML, CSS