Yakob Ubaidi
About Yakob Ubaidi
Yakob Ubaidi is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in system software development, particularly in Ruby on Rails. He has worked for various companies in Malaysia, including DNSVault Sdn Bhd and Recruitopia, and holds degrees in software engineering and computer systems.
Work at Ideagen Plc
Yakob Ubaidi currently holds the position of Senior Software Engineer at Ideagen Plc. He has been with the company since 2023, working in a hybrid environment based in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in software development to contribute to various projects and initiatives.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to joining Ideagen, Yakob Ubaidi worked at several companies in software engineering roles. He was a Senior Software Engineer at DNSVault Sdn Bhd from 2020 to 2022 and at Recruitopia from 2022 to 2023. His earlier experience includes a role as a Ruby on Rails Developer at DNSVault from 2011 to 2016 and as a Software Development Project Manager at Localhost Sdn Bhd from 2016 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Yakob Ubaidi earned his Ijazah Sarjana Muda in Software Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, where he studied from 2013 to 2016. He also holds a Diploma in Computer Systems and Networking from Kolej Universiti Poly-Tech MARA, completed between 2008 and 2010. His educational background supports his expertise in developing system software, particularly with Ruby on Rails.
Background in Project Management
In addition to his software engineering skills, Yakob Ubaidi has experience in project management. He served as the Strategic Director of the Software Division at DATAKRAF Solution Sdn Bhd for seven months in 2019. This role allowed him to develop a diverse skill set that combines technical and managerial capabilities.
Continuous Learning and Development
Yakob Ubaidi is committed to enhancing his productivity and skills through continuous learning. He focuses on areas such as requirement engineering, testing, and programming, reflecting his dedication to professional development in the software engineering field.