Hello, I'm Ash!

About Me

Seasoned Front End Developer with extensive experience in crafting large-scale e-commerce platforms (SFCC, Shopify plus, IBM websphere...etc) for top global brands. Collaborating with industry-leading professionals has enriched my expertise, enabling me to deliver exceptional user-centric solutions.

  • Residence Dubai - UAE
  • e-mail m.ashraf.work@gmail.com

Brands and Ash

What I Do

Ecommerce

  • Adapt at all phases of the project lifecycle, including requirement gathering, user analysis, testing, graphic user interface design and implementation
  • A highly experienced Project Manager I have extensive experience initiating and implementing web development projects from start to finish
  • Creating eye catching and strong design concepts across various platforms with the emphasis on interactive elements.
  • Designed, bespoke and responsive websites for diverse customers across multiple industries, using extensive experience in WordPress, CSS Frameworks (BS, Foundation..etc) and CSS3/HTML 5/JavaScript
  • Skilled in the development of user web applications, distribute mobile and desktop using React, Flutter & Electron

Development

Wana know how many platforms and programming language i build my front end within?
You name it!

Java, PHP, ASP, Python!

Big boys platforms: IBM Websphere commerce, Demandware, Magento, Shopify, WordPress

Management

  • Managed a small team of front end developers to establish/maintain the ecommerce BAU publishing structure and process from the key brands for Al Futtaim group.
  • Responsible for the overall UI and output quality for the eCommerce web applications.
  • Work with UX and Design managers in the core team for planning the upcoming brands and continues improve the current quality.
  • Working in workshops with Al-Futtaim Enterprise IT and PMO office to manage the time-line for the development sprints (Agile).
  • Managing the performance action plans to take our eCommerce-apps up to industry standard bench marks.
  • Estimate the effort and scope of work and gather the requirements teaming up with the UX-Manager and PMO to generate FSD document for the update phases.

Some Real Testimonials, because, you know... :)

Check them all out: Here

Resume

Experience train

March 2022 - Present
Birkenstock Digital Division Dubai - UAE

SFCC DEVELOPER - FRONT END DEVELOPMENT

"Middle east and South east Asia“

  • ▪ As a Front End Engineer at Birkenstock, I specialize in developing the SFCC platform for the company's emerging markets, encompassing the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia regions.

  • ▪ I've played a pivotal role in the successful launch of online platforms in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Thailand, Japan, India, and other key markets.

  • ▪ In addition to my primary focus, I contribute to the EU and US market streams, offering extensive support. Based in Dubai,

  • ▪ I collaborate closely with the Munich office, overseeing and enhancing the online presence in the Gulf region, including the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and KSA.

July 2020 - Feb 2022
Chalhoub Group eCommerce engineering division Dubai - UAE

SPECIALIST - FRONT END DEVELOPMENT

“Dior, Chanel, Givenchy, MoltonBrown, Erborian, Faces, Tanagra, Lacoste“

  • Chalhoub Group Engineering Team - SFCC, Shopify
  • ▪ At Chalhoub Group, I held a crucial role as a Front End Developer, focusing on enhancing the digital presence of prestigious brands including Dior, Chanel, Givenchy, Molton Brown, Erborian, Faces, Tanagra, and Lacoste across the Middle East.
  • ▪ My tenure was particularly marked by a significant emphasis on Dior, where I expanded our online reach into additional markets such as Turkey, Morocco, and South Africa. Joining during the shift to e-commerce amid the COVID-19 pandemic, I was instrumental in transitioning Dior to the Shopify Plus platform, serving as the main developer.
  • ▪ Collaborating closely with the Paris team, I ensured seamless integration and elevated online experiences, demonstrating a profound commitment to brand excellence and digital innovation.
April 2017 – Dec 2020
Al Futtaim Group Digital Retail Division Dubai - UAE

FRONT END DEVELOPMENT

“ Currently we’ve launched IKEA, Toys R Us, Reebok and Kiabi, As Brand new ecommerce sites by the years 2019/2020 “

  • Directed a specialized team of front-end developers to set up and sustain the e-commerce workflow for key Al Futtaim group brands.
  • Accountable for the end-to-end user interface and quality standards of the e-commerce web platforms.
  • Collaborated with UX and Design leads for strategizing future brand integrations and ongoing quality enhancements.
  • Participated in sessions with Al-Futtaim's Enterprise IT and Project Management Office to outline development sprint timelines in an Agile environment.
  • Orchestrated action plans to elevate the performance metrics of our e-commerce applications to meet industry benchmarks.
  • Coordinated with the UX Manager and Project Management Office to assess project scope, effort, and requirements, leading to the creation of Functional Specification Documents for update cycles.

Latest Cool Certificates

Scrum Master

Scrum Alliance Membership ID: 000650245

Frontline Leadership Program

Al Futtaim Training

Coding my way

HTML/CSS

95%

JavaScript

70%

PHP

65%

WordPress

85%

Designing my life

Web Design

95%

Graphic Design

75%

Logo Design

80%

Knowledges and stuff

  • Complex Front end development
  • Digital Design
  • Social Media
  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Social Networking
  • Flexibility
  • Print

Portfolio picks :)

toys r us

Toys R Us - UAE
(TRU MENA eCommerce)

UAE
toys r us

KIABI - Fashion - UAE
(France's Kiabi in UAE - Al Futtaim)

UAE
toys r us

Reebok - UAE & KSA
(Reebok MENA eCommerce )

UAE - KSA
toys r us

GUESS
MENA Region

MENA
toys r us

M&S Food App - UAE
(The Only M&S Food delivery)

UAE
toys r us

ACE Hardware
(The biggest Hardware UAE and MENA)

UAE
toys r us

Magalla Online Magazine
(Wordpress theme on Themeforest)

UAE
toys r us

Aftron UAE

UAE & Gulf

Let's Get in touch..

Dubai

Freelance Available

Shoot me a message?

Dubai

m.ashraf.work@gmail.com

Freelance Available