Samer Aldawaleeb

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · +962795726778 · [email protected]

I am an experienced Staff Software Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Cloud-Native Architecture, Fraud Detection, and Software Infrastructure. Currently at HungerStation, driving solutions for high-traffic systems and critical integrations.


Experience

Staff Software Engineer

HungerStation

- Cloud-Native Engineering with Kubernetes, Docker, and microservices
- Leading fraud detection and payment integrity solutions
- Enhancing system observability with Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog
- Cross-team collaboration for mission-critical feature delivery
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Helm) for robust cloud deployments

Aug 2023 - Present

Senior Software Engineer

HungerStation

- Led monolith to microservices migration, improving scalability and deployment
- Built real-time tracking solutions, reducing order loss and improving delivery accuracy
- Enhanced payment fraud detection; optimized PostgreSQL performance and Redis caching
- Integrated Tawakkalna API during COVID-19 for driver permits

Dec 2018 - Aug 2023

Senior Software Engineer

Hello World Kids

- Developed interactive educational software for children
- Integrated coding curricula into digital platforms, improving engagement

Apr 2018 - Dec 2018

Senior Software Developer

BlackStone eIT

- Designed, developed, and maintained high-quality software solutions
- Oversaw front-end and back-end services, ensuring robust, client-focused delivery

May 2017 - Apr 2018

Software Engineer

Kaizen Plus

- Built custom solutions including eCommerce and asset management systems
- Developed responsive web and mobile applications for diverse client needs

May 2016 - May 2017

Software Developer

CATEC

- Implemented enterprise software and IoT-powered smart waste management
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver custom client projects

May 2014 - May 2016

Education

Philadelphia University

Bachelor of Science, Software Engineering

My four years at Philadelphia University laid the groundwork for my passion in building scalable, resilient software systems. I explored everything from the fundamentals of data structures to advanced application design, completing a capstone project focused on building microservices with real-world use cases. This immersive program fostered my love for continuous learning and creative problem-solving, setting the stage for the cloud-native architectures I thrive on today.

2011 - 2015

Skills

Programming Languages & Tools
Workflow
  • Cloud-Native Architecture (Kubernetes, Docker)
  • Fraud Detection & High-Traffic Systems
  • Observability & Monitoring (Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog)
  • Agile Development & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Interests

Away from the keyboard, I’m an avid explorer of new technologies and an eager experimenter in the kitchen—my go-to pastime is creating fusion dishes that blend local flavors from my travels with modern techniques. Discovering vibrant cultures around the world continues to fuel my creativity and keep me inspired both personally and professionally.

I’m also passionate about self-improvement and productivity, always on the lookout for innovative ways to optimize my daily routine and leverage new cloud solutions for personal projects. Whether I’m delving into an online course on AI, cycling along scenic routes, or reading about emerging dev trends, I enjoy finding the parallels between these experiences and my day-to-day coding adventures.

Ultimately, I believe in continuous learning—and that genuine curiosity about the world drives both my professional growth and my personal satisfaction.


Awards & Certifications

  • Graduated 1st in class (Philadelphia University, 2015)
  • The Best Software in 2015 - Philadelphia University
  • Android Developer (Certification)
  • Learning the OWASP Top 10 (Certification)
  • Cloud Native Application Architecture Nanodegree Program
  • Prompt Engineering Course Certificate from Vanderbilt University