Building Scalable Infrastructure & Reliable Systems

With 2+ years of hands-on experience in infrastructure management, I specialize in designing and deploying cloud solutions, optimizing system performance, and building robust backend systems using FastAPI, .NET Core, and modern DevOps practices.

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About Me

System Administrator & Backend Engineer

Computer Science graduate with 2+ years of hands-on experience in DevOps Engineering, infrastructure management, and backend development. Passionate about designing scalable systems, optimizing performance, and automating operational workflows.

2+ Years Experience

DevOps, System Admin & Backend Development

Beirut, Lebanon

Based in Middle East, Global Availability

Languages

Fluent in English & Arabic

Education

B.S. Computer Science (BAU 2022)

Technical Skills

Expertise in modern DevOps, backend development, and cloud infrastructure

Backend Development

FastAPI .NET Core Python C# REST APIs Entity Framework

Cloud & DevOps

Docker Docker Swarm AWS (EC2, S3) LXD Git Systemd

Linux & Infrastructure

Ubuntu Administration Nginx/Apache SSH & Security Bash Scripting Log Management System Hardening

Monitoring & Analytics

Grafana Prometheus InfluxDB Telegraf Performance Analysis Alerting

Database Management

MySQL SQL Server Stored Procedures SQLAlchemy ORM Airtable Database Design

Network & Security

Network Administration Firewalls VPNs Routers & Switches Incident Response Root Cause Analysis

Live Streaming Infrastructure

FFMPEG HLS Streaming Nimble WMS VOD/OTT Delivery Stream Monitoring RPS Platform

Tools & Soft Skills

GitHub Copilot VS Code Communication Problem Solving Teamwork Leadership

Professional Experience

Journey through my career in DevOps and backend development

DevOps Engineer & System Administrator

NEXT SOLUTION
July 2022 – Present

Leading infrastructure management and DevOps operations for a live streaming and VOD platform serving enterprise clients.

  • Managed Ubuntu physical servers, OVH dedicated servers/VPS, and AWS infrastructure (EC2, S3)
  • Implemented comprehensive monitoring system using Grafana, Prometheus, Telegraf, and InfluxDB with real-time alerting
  • Configured and maintained Nginx web server for high-availability content delivery with security optimization
  • Orchestrated containerized environments using Docker, Docker Swarm, and LXD for microservices deployment
  • Designed and developed Python-based automation tools and internal bots to reduce repetitive tasks by 40%+
  • Administered database infrastructure (MS SQL Server, MySQL) with performance optimization and backup strategies
  • Led network infrastructure management (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs) ensuring optimal performance and security
  • Developed FastAPI backend system for stream monitoring, source management, and operational analytics
  • Managed live streaming and VOD delivery using RPS, Nimble (WMS Panel), and AMS platforms
  • Key Achievement: Reduced inspection time from 1+ hours to under 20 minutes using nsmanager functionalities

Backend Developer - ASP.NET Core Internship

IDS (Integrated Digital Systems)
Nov 2023 – Feb 2024

Full-stack development internship focused on .NET Core and database optimization.

  • Developed full-stack web applications using ASP.NET Core MVC and Entity Framework Core
  • Optimized complex SQL queries and created stored procedures for SQL Server database
  • Built interactive, responsive frontends with JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, and Bootstrap
  • Created RESTful Web APIs (.NET Core 5.0/6.0/7.0) for seamless integration
  • Collaborated with team using Git version control for coordinated development

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Beirut Arab University (BAU)
2019 – 2022

Comprehensive education in computer science fundamentals, algorithms, and software engineering principles.

Featured Projects

Showcasing my expertise in backend development and DevOps

NsManager

2025

Advanced FastAPI-based backend system for HLS stream monitoring, source management, and operational reporting. Real-time dashboard with comprehensive analytics.

FastAPI Python SQLAlchemy FFmpeg Jinja2 Alembic

Features:

  • RESTful API endpoints for authentication and stream management
  • FFmpeg/ffprobe integration for media stream analysis
  • Real-time monitoring dashboard with Jinja2 templates
  • Automated deployment with Bash scripts and Systemd
  • Robust logging and comprehensive unit/integration tests

Ticketing System

2024

Full-featured ticketing system built with ASP.NET Core, emphasizing continuous learning and modern best practices in backend development.

ASP.NET Core C# SQL Server Entity Framework Bootstrap AJAX

Features:

  • Efficient database operations using stored procedures
  • Dynamic UI with JavaScript and AJAX for seamless interactions
  • Responsive design with Bootstrap framework
  • Performance-optimized queries and indexing
  • Continuous integration and deployment practices

Activity Club Portal

2023

Dual-portal system designed for activity management with separate back-office admin interface and public-facing user platform using ASP.NET Core.

ASP.NET Core C# HTML/CSS JavaScript Bootstrap Entity Framework

Features:

  • Back Office portal for administrators with role-based access control
  • Public-facing user interface for activity browsing and management
  • Unit of Work pattern for robust data management
  • Dynamic and responsive web interfaces
  • Seamless data operations with Entity Framework Core

Certifications & Education

2021 – 2023

Professional certifications demonstrating expertise in digital literacy and full-stack development.

IC3 GS5 .NET Core Web Development

Credentials:

  • IC3 GS5 Digital Literacy Program (2021)
  • .NET Core Internship Certificate (2023)
  • B.S. Computer Science, Beirut Arab University (2022)

Let's Work Together

Have a project in mind? Let's discuss how I can help

Email

aliraad0961@gmail.com

Phone

+961 76 096 537

Location

Beirut, Lebanon

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