Altaf Hassan
About Altaf Hassan
Altaf Hassan is an Associate Software Engineer currently working at Paysys Labs. He transitioned from a finance career to software engineering after developing a passion for front-end web development and is pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Software Engineering at Mohammad Ali Jinnah University.
Work at Paysys Labs
Altaf Hassan currently holds the position of Associate Software Engineer at Paysys Labs, where he has been employed since 2023. His role involves utilizing his skills in software development, specifically in front-end technologies. Prior to this position, he worked as a React Native Developer at the same company for a brief period of one month in 2023. His experience at Paysys Labs contributes to his professional growth in the software engineering field.
Education and Expertise
Altaf Hassan is pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Software Engineering at Mohammad Ali Jinnah University (MAJU), with an expected completion date in 2025. He previously obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration from Bahria University, where he has been studying since 2021. His educational background also includes studying commerce at Sultan Mohamed Shah Aga Khan School, Karachi, where he achieved matriculation. His expertise includes domain-driven design, responsive design principles, and website optimization.
Background in Software Development
Altaf Hassan transitioned from a finance-focused career to software engineering after discovering a passion for front-end web development. He gained foundational skills through a Full-Stack MERN tutorial, which led him to pursue various roles in software development. His previous positions include working as a React Native Developer at HnH TECH SOLUTIONS and as a Frontend Developer at Unikrew Solutions (Private) Limited.
Career in Finance
Before entering the software engineering field, Altaf Hassan worked in the finance sector at Habib Metropolitan Bank, a subsidiary of AG Zurich. In 2021, he served as an AML Analyst for seven months and as a TMS Analyst for one month. His experience in finance provided him with analytical skills that he applies to his current work in software development.
Technical Skills and Learning
Altaf Hassan possesses a range of technical skills, including proficiency in HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and Git/GitHub Firebase. He is actively learning JavaScript, React, Node.js, and MongoDB Express.js through Jawan Pakistan. His commitment to continuous learning and skill development supports his career in software engineering.