Handy Hasan
Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer | Melbourne
Full-Stack Technology Expertise
Frontend Development
Backend Development
Cloud & DevOps
Databases & Tools
Hire a Senior Software Engineer in Melbourne
Looking for a top software engineer in Melbourne? I'm a senior full-stack developer with 7+ years of professional experience working with leading Melbourne companies including 4DMedical (ASX listed) and The Good Guys.
As a Melbourne-based software engineer, I specialize in building scalable web applications, mobile apps, and cloud solutions. My expertise includes React, Python, AWS, Node.js, and mobile development - perfect for startups and enterprise companies looking to scale their tech teams.
Available for hire as a senior developer, tech lead, or consultant for Melbourne companies. I have a proven track record of delivering high-impact projects, from medical imaging platforms processing 3,000+ daily scans to mobile apps with 10,000+ active users.
Professional Experience
Senior Software Engineer
Leading development of medical imaging platform processing 3,290+ daily DICOM scans. Built gRPC systems connecting XVD hardware to cloud backend, achieving 80% bandwidth reduction and medical-grade reliability.
🚀 Key Impact: Enabling 10x more accurate lung imaging for hospitals worldwide
Software Developer
Developed e-commerce platform features for Australia's largest electronics retailer. Reduced page load times by 35%, built real-time inventory systems, and optimized mobile checkout flows.
📈 Key Impact: Millions of daily transactions, 25% mobile conversion increase
Featured Projects
Interactive Lung 3D Visualization
Professional medical imaging system with breathing animation, DICOM slice viewing, and real-time respiratory data. Built with Three.js showcasing 4DMedical expertise.
FinPay Dashboard
Interactive fintech analytics dashboard with real-time transaction monitoring, payment method distribution, risk scoring, and regional insights. Built with React & TypeScript.
Re-Coded
Professional recruitment agency website featuring modern design, mobile-first approach, and optimized user experience for both clients and candidates.
"Recommend Handy for website/mobile apps and software solutions for your project"
- Charlie Beattle, Partner at Re-Coded
Hangtime Melbourne
A mobile app connecting local basketball players and creating social sport opportunities. Used by more than 10,000+ Melbourne residents.
Recruiter Copilot AI
AI-powered recruitment dashboard that streamlines the hiring process with intelligent candidate matching, automated screening, and data-driven insights for HR teams.
LifeGPT
AI reflection buddy for personal growth. Chat with your future self, 60-year-old self, biggest fan, and brutally honest friend for deeper self-awareness.
Blog
Thoughts, insights, and technical explorations based on my experience in the industry.
Vector Embeddings & RAG: From Text to Intelligent Search
A comprehensive guide to understanding vector embeddings and building production-ready RAG systems. Learn how text becomes numbers and how to build enterprise document intelligence systems...
Profiling and Slashing Your React App's Energy Footprint in Six Steps
Energy efficiency isn't just about performance—it's about sustainability and respecting your users' battery life. Learn systematic steps to reduce energy consumption by up to 60%...
Choosing the Right Incident Management Stack in 2025: From FullStory to OpsGenie
Building a robust incident management stack isn't just about picking the latest tools—it's about creating a seamless flow from detection to resolution...
Polling vs. WebSockets vs. Server Actions in React/Next.js
Choosing the right data synchronization strategy can make or break your user experience. Learn when to use polling, WebSockets, or Next.js Server Actions...
Quality Engineering at Scale: Unit Tests, Cypress & SonarCloud
Quality isn't just about writing tests—it's about building a culture and infrastructure that prevents bugs from reaching production. Learn how to implement comprehensive testing strategies...
Building Medical Device Communication with gRPC
At 4DMedical, we connected proprietary XVD hardware to cloud infrastructure using gRPC. Learn how we achieved 80% bandwidth reduction and medical-grade reliability...
Railway Deployment Made Easy: PostgreSQL + Git
Deployment shouldn't be the hard part of building software. Railway combines simplicity with power, featuring built-in PostgreSQL and lightning-fast deployments...
The Invisible Layer of E-Commerce: Enterprise Observability with Mixpanel, New Relic & Sumo Logic
E-commerce platforms live and die by the experience they deliver in real time. Learn how to implement enterprise observability with Mixpanel analytics, New Relic APM, and Sumo Logic...
From Monolith to Microservices: E-Commerce at Scale
Most e-commerce platforms start with a monolith for good reason. Learn when and how to transition to microservices for product velocity...
Building Hangtime: Basketball Meets Software Engineering
Combining passion for basketball with engineering skills to solve real problems. Learn the business strategy and technical challenges of building a sports community app...
Beyond Stripe: Building Custom Payment Solutions
While Stripe is excellent for most use cases, some businesses need custom payment flows. Learn when to build your own and how to do it safely...
Medical Imaging in the Cloud: DICOM, PACS & ML
Processing medical imaging data at scale requires specialized knowledge. Learn about DICOM standards, PACS integration, and machine learning applications...
Scaling Aussie E-commerce to Asia: Lessons Learned
Expanding from Australia to Asian markets brings unique challenges. Learn about currency handling, localization, logistics, and cultural considerations...
What People Say
Recommendations from colleagues, clients, and team members
"Handy is a rare breed of engineer; not only does he bring deep technical capability across a broad range of verticals, but he also has a sharp eye for design and detail that sets him apart. Having placed over 500 technologists into roles over the past decade, I can confidently say Handy stands out as a uniquely valuable asset."
"Handy has a deep understanding of system architecture, scalability, and performance optimization. On the DRRD project, he took initiative to ensure all team members were aligned, proposed innovative solutions, and completed his work promptly with high quality. An excellent Full Stack Engineer."
"Handy brings strong depth in algorithms and computer science fundamentals. His thoughtful approach to translating complex research ideas into practical solutions made him an invaluable bridge between research and software teams. A genuinely approachable colleague who contributes to a healthy team culture."
Get In Touch
Whether you're looking for a collaborator, contractor, or just want to chat tech — I'd love to hear from you!