Experienced Engineering Leader Transforming Ideas into Scalable Digital Products
I’m Rizwan Shaikh, a Head of Engineering with 9+ years of experience building scalable digital products
I build scalable digital products across web and mobile, combining strong engineering leadership with hands-on expertise in React, React Native, Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, and modern cloud technologies. From product architecture and development to deployment and optimization, I turn complex ideas into reliable, high-performing experiences.
Rizwan Shaikh
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Indian Standard Time(IST)
Education
Master of Computer Applications (MCA)
2017 – 2019
LJ College of Computer Application
Gujarat Technological University
Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)
2014 – 2017
LJ College of Computer Application
Gujarat Technological University
Experience
Head of Engineering – Veerahealth(Y Combinator, Sequoia Capital)
January 2022 – Present
Leading end-to-end engineering at VeeraHealth, building scalable web and mobile products across Next.js, Node.js, React Native, WordPress, and Shopify. Overseeing architecture, product development, integrations, performance, deployment, infrastructure, and engineering strategy.
Development Director(WordPress) – Trulata
September 2021 – January 2022
Led WordPress and WooCommerce development projects, focusing on scalable solutions, custom development, e-commerce experiences, and technical delivery. Worked across PHP, WordPress, Shopify, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and AJAX.
WordPress Developer – cmsMinds
May 2020 – September 2021
Developed and maintained WordPress websites and e-commerce platforms for diverse clients. Worked extensively with WooCommerce, custom themes and plugins, responsive interfaces, integrations, optimization, and end-to-end website development.
WordPress Developer – Attune Infocom Pvt Ltd.
December 2019 – May 2020
Built and customized WordPress websites with a focus on responsive design, functionality, performance, and client requirements. Delivered websites, integrations, maintenance, and optimization while working closely with clients throughout the development process.
Freelance Web Developer
May 2017 – November 2019
Worked independently with clients to design and develop websites, e-commerce platforms, and custom web solutions. Built projects using WordPress, WooCommerce, Elementor, PHP, Yii, Shopify, and custom APIs while managing development from requirements through delivery.
My Services
I build scalable digital products and business solutions across web, mobile, e-commerce, backend systems, integrations, and infrastructure. With 9+ years of experience, I combine hands-on development with engineering leadership to turn ideas into reliable, high-performing products.
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Web Development
Building modern, responsive, and scalable websites and applications using Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, and other modern web technologies.
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Mobile Development
Developing cross-platform mobile applications with React Native for iOS and Android, including API integration, navigation, state management, and performance optimization.
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Backend & APIs
Designing reliable backend systems using Node.js, REST APIs, authentication, webhooks, databases, and third-party integrations to support scalable digital products.
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E-commerce Solutions
Creating and customizing Shopify and WooCommerce stores, including custom development, payment integrations, checkout experiences, product systems, and e-commerce functionality.
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Integrations & Automation
Connecting products and business workflows with platforms such as AWS, Razorpay, Stripe, Zoho, Firebase, Airtable, Zapier, Typeform, Calendly, and other third-party services.
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Performance & Infrastructure
Optimizing websites for performance, SEO, analytics, and conversions while managing deployments, migrations, maintenance, cloud infrastructure, and technical improvements.
Samples of My Work
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Companies I’ve Worked With
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Have a project, product idea, or technical challenge in mind? Let’s connect and explore how I can help build a scalable, high-performing digital solution.
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Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India