Proven Software Engineer & Builder of Scalable Systems
Hi, I’m Zakariya — a full-stack software engineer passionate about turning ideas into robust, user-friendly applications.
I’m currently working on Bike-Sniffer, a Python tool that scrapes Kijiji listings, downloads images, and matches them based on custom criteria. The project features email/Discord notifications, caching, and plans for Dockerization and CLI support. View on GitHub.
Before this, I worked as a QA Analyst at TELUS International AI, contributing to AI map validation and metadata quality assurance.
I hold a Diploma in Software Development from SAIT.
Outside of coding, I’m into volleyball, tech tinkering, and helping my little sister look for her bike.
Work Experience
TELUS International AI
- Built and executed manual/automated test cases for map and UI accuracy (98%+ consistency 60–80 daily tasks).
- Developed Python scripts for data validation, uncovering systemic labeling issues (500+ entries).
- Collaborated with developers in Agile sprints to define acceptance criteria and resolve defects.
Access eHealth
- Built and tested real-time APIs integrating Twilio Voice and OpenAI for patient check-ins
- Automated API validation using Postman; developed and maintained test scripts
- Documented QA workflows, improving onboarding and troubleshooting for the team
Projects
Bike Sniffer – Kijiji Marketplace Scraper & Matcher
Built Python scraper and Selenium automation, reducing duplicate alerts by 40%. Streamlined data collection and validation, optimizing matching workflow.
Inbox Zero – Mail task list
Designed and tested productivity workflow app with automated test cases. Enhanced reliability and user experience through continuous testing.