FATIMA AZFAR
Full Stack Software Engineer
About Me
Welcome to my personal webpage! I'm a Full Stack Principal Software Engineer with over 5 years of experience in tech consulting. I specialize in designing and building technical solutions in both Azure and AWS environments. I've worked on fast-paced projects, creating software for both customers and internal teams across various industries (transportation, inventory management, logistics, healthcare, utilities, and more!). Alongside my technical career, I've been at the forefront of supporting my communities - learn more about my adventures below!
Java
Java Spring Boot
C#
C
C++/.NET
AWS
AWS DynamoDB
AWS Lambda Functions
AWS Bedrock
AWS Glue
Azure Functions
SQL
JS
Git
HTML/CSS
AngularJS
React
Python
Microsoft Visual Studio
IntelliJ
Eclipse
IBM Liberty WebSphere
ElasticSearch
MyBatis
Swagger Docs
Painless scripting
Databricks
PySpark
AsposeSDK
Azure AD
MS Office
Visio
Google Suite
Sharepoint Sites
Miro
Confluence
Jira
Trello
Azure DevOps
Agile Methodology
Scrum
Notion
English
Urdu
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Promoted to L4 @ West MonroePromoted to Principal Software Engineer at West Monroe.
A Principal Software Engineer is tasked to lead projects, mentor teams, and drive technology solutions for clients, focusing on software architecture and implementation. -
Promoted to L3 @ West MonroePromoted to Senior Software Engineer at West Monroe.
A Senior Software Engineer is tasked to design and develop software applications, collaborate with clients, and guide junior team members while utilizing various programming languages and frameworks in an Agile environment. -
Promoted to L2 @ West MonroePromoted to Experienced Technology Consultant at West Monroe.
Tasked with continuing to build software for our clients, and began mentoring other developers around me. Began building deep technical expertise in the industries and technologies I was immersed in. -
Founded Interfaith ERG @ West MonroeI am proud to have founded the Interfaith Employee Resource Group (ERG) at West Monroe. This initiative has provided a platform to foster inclusivity and awareness of diverse faiths in the workplace. Through this ERG, we have created a supportive community that celebrates and respects the beliefs of all employees, promoting a culture of understanding and collaboration. Learn more about ERGs at West Monroe here.
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Joined West Monroe as a Technology ConsultantA tech consultant at West Monroe is tasked to blend technical expertise and business acumen to solve client problems. I helped build code for various industries, and began my career in tech consulting.
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National Leadership Exec @ Young MuslimsServed as a member of the National Leadership Executive Team, contributing to the strategic direction and community initiatives of Young Muslims, the largest Muslim youth organization in America. Learn more about Young Muslims here.
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Graduated from Illinois Institute of TechnologyCompleted coterminal degrees of Masters of Computer Science
and Bachelors of Science in Computer Science
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Technology Consultant Intern @ West MonroeProgrammed parts of an inventory management web application for a multibillion-dollar parking management firm in a SCRUM team of 10+ software developers. (Angular 2, MVSTS, Git, C#)
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Co-founded ACM-W @ Illinois TechI was one of the cofounders of the Association for Computing Machinery - Women. We created this student organization when the women-men demographic ratio in Computer Science courses at Illinois Tech was severely lacking, with the support of the CS administration on campus. The student organization's mission is to empower women in tech on campus, giving them the tools and the community support they need to succeed in classes and beyond in the professional world. Learn more about ACM-W here.
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Enrolled in Illinois Institute of TechnologyChose Computer Science as my major
Awarded Top 50 Influential Muslims in the Americas, 2024
Issued by EqualityX · Oct 2024
I am honored to share that I was recognized as one of EqualityX's Top 50 Influential Muslims of 2024 in the Americas. This recognition is awarded to Muslim professionals who have authentically embraced their faith in the workplace, and through their efforts have brought about positive impact in their communities.
In my work at West Monroe I sought out community through the development and founding of our Interfaith ERG. It has become a phenomenal platform to increase awareness and inclusiveness of Muslim colleagues alongside those of other faiths. I was one of our cofounders of the ERG, which launched in 2021.
I am honored to share that I was recognized as one of EqualityX's Top 50 Influential Muslims of 2024 in the Americas. This recognition is awarded to Muslim professionals who have authentically embraced their faith in the workplace, and through their efforts have brought about positive impact in their communities.
In my work at West Monroe I sought out community through the development and founding of our Interfaith ERG. It has become a phenomenal platform to increase awareness and inclusiveness of Muslim colleagues alongside those of other faiths. I was one of our cofounders of the ERG, which launched in 2021.
Founder of Interfaith ERG@West Monroe
Built @ West Monroe · 2021
I am proud to have founded the Interfaith Employee Resource Group (ERG) at West Monroe. This initiative has provided a platform to foster inclusivity and awareness of diverse faiths in the workplace. Through this ERG, we have created a supportive community that celebrates and respects the beliefs of all employees, promoting a culture of understanding and collaboration.
It is a privilege to have the opportunity to build community within every space I am in - from the workplace to the masjid to my home. It is a privilege to have had the opportunity to create and support an Interfaith ERG within my company. It is a priceless privilege to have peers and friends who support my every step.
I am proud to have founded the Interfaith Employee Resource Group (ERG) at West Monroe. This initiative has provided a platform to foster inclusivity and awareness of diverse faiths in the workplace. Through this ERG, we have created a supportive community that celebrates and respects the beliefs of all employees, promoting a culture of understanding and collaboration.
It is a privilege to have the opportunity to build community within every space I am in - from the workplace to the masjid to my home. It is a privilege to have had the opportunity to create and support an Interfaith ERG within my company. It is a priceless privilege to have peers and friends who support my every step.
CoFounder of ACM-W@Illinois Tech
Built @ Illinois Tech · 2017
I was a cofounder of the ACM-W (Association for Computing Machinery Women) chapter at Illinois Institute of Technology. During my time in the exec team, we were granted an exclusive lounge in the Tower. The organization's mission is to empower women in tech on campus, giving them the tools and the community support they need to succeed in classes and beyond in the professional world.
The mission statement can also be summed up with Activism, Community, Mentorship, for Women.
I was a cofounder of the ACM-W (Association for Computing Machinery Women) chapter at Illinois Institute of Technology. During my time in the exec team, we were granted an exclusive lounge in the Tower. The organization's mission is to empower women in tech on campus, giving them the tools and the community support they need to succeed in classes and beyond in the professional world.
The mission statement can also be summed up with Activism, Community, Mentorship, for Women.
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Design Portfolio
Alongside my technical software development career, I volunteer my time to various 501C3 non-profit organizations as a graphic designer,
creating social media campaigns, flyers, pamphlets, banners, and more.
Click here to view some of my work over the years.
