About Omar Taha Alfaqeer
Omar Taha Alfaqeer is a Lead Software Engineer and Software Architect based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with over 7 years of experience. He specializes in designing and building fintech platforms, ERP systems, and scalable microservices. Omar has led cross-functional teams of over 30 developers, delivered systems serving more than 150,000 users, and helped secure 7-figure SAMA-compliant contracts.
Professional Experience
Currently serving as Software Architect and Tech Lead at Jadwaa, Omar built the tech infrastructure from the ground up, screening over 300 candidates and hiring 5 senior engineers. He leads ERP product development customizing ERPNext CRM and collaborates with C-suite on technical specifications and roadmaps. Previously, as Development Lead and Branch Manager at Widespace in Cairo, Egypt, he led a team of 8 developers, deployed systems supporting 150,000 users and 5 million transactions, and architected AML-compliant financial systems. Before that, as a Senior Software Engineer at Widespace, he extended the WidePay Laravel/Filament accounting platform, developed multi-module financial systems, and mentored 11 developers while training 60 end users across client organizations.
Technical Expertise
Omar's core skills span Solution Architecture, System Design, and Team Leadership. His backend expertise includes Laravel, Spring Boot, Django, and FastAPI. On the frontend, he works with React.js, Next.js, and Vue.js. For mobile development, he builds with Flutter and Android Native (Java/Kotlin). His database experience covers PostgreSQL, MySQL, MSSQL, and MongoDB. He is proficient in DevOps practices including Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and Linux server administration, as well as cloud platforms AWS and Azure. He also has deep expertise in ERP systems including ERPNext, Frappe, and Odoo.
Notable Projects
- SAMA-Compliant Fintech Wallet: Architected a 7-figure fintech wallet system with AML/KYC compliance for the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority.
- Enterprise ERP Platform (ERPNext): Customized and deployed ERPNext CRM for multiple enterprise clients with Cost Estimation modules.
- WidePay Financial Platform: Built a comprehensive financial platform serving banks with 150K+ users processing 5M+ transactions, including loan management and revolving credit modules.
- Auction Tracker Browser Extension: Developed a browser extension for managing sub-user activity on car auction sites with role-based control and bid tracking.
- Ebn Balady Social Network: Built a Flutter social networking app connecting expatriate communities with gamified assistance and point-based rewards.
- E-commerce Platform: Architected a full-stack e-commerce platform for a major national trading company handling 5K+ products and 50K+ orders.
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Omar Taha Alfaqeer — Lead Software Engineer & Software Architect
Omar Taha Alfaqeer is a Lead Software Engineer and Software Architect with 7+ years of experience designing and implementing scalable enterprise systems. Specialized in fintech platforms, ERP systems, and microservices architecture. Proven track record leading cross-functional teams of 30+ developers, delivering solutions serving 150K+ users and processing 5M+ transactions. Expert in Laravel, Spring Boot, Flutter, React, Next.js, Python, and cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure. Currently based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, leading technical teams and securing 7-figure contracts with SAMA-compliant financial systems.