Research Software Engineer

Hi, I'm Umar Riaz — Software Engineer with runway energy

Versatile engineer delivering enterprise-grade platforms and intuitive digital products for research and student success. I pair couture-level presentation with dependable engineering leadership.

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About Me

I am a Leicester-based full-stack engineer with more than five years of experience shaping performant PHP, Java, and JavaScript solutions for universities, research teams, and enterprise partners.

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Core Strengths

  • Leading full-stack delivery across PHP, Java, and JavaScript
  • Collaborative stakeholder engagement and mentoring
  • Reliable delivery with disciplined time and resource management
  • Building resilient, user-focused products for education and research

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Pluggin Ecosystem

Pluggin Ecosystem

Pluggin Ecosystem is a host and consolidator environment for community provisions across 12 UK regions. It facilitates collaborations between charities, public sector buyers such as the NHS, police and local councils, and businesses that sponsor community initiatives.

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Have a project that needs dependable delivery and runway-ready storytelling? I’d love to hear about it.

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