SHOKRI FRANCIS
RAOOF

Technical Product Owner / Software Developer

Shokri Francis Raoof

Summary

Technically minded and communication-driven professional with a background in science, sales, software development, and seven years as a professional opera singer. I bring a unique perspective that blends hands-on technical experience with strong user empathy, consultative sales experience, and the presentation skills of a trained performer.

Through my work as a Product Specialist and Full Stack Developer, I've gained practical experience with API integrations, agile collaboration, and turning business needs into actionable product requirements.

Technical Skills

Languages
JavaScriptDartHTMLCSSPythonTypeScript
Databases & Cloud
MongoDBFirebaseSupabasePOSTGRESREST API IntegrationMySQL
Frameworks & Libraries
FlutterReactBootstrap 5Node.js/ExpressNext.js
Core Concepts
OOPTDDState ManagementAI-Agents
Tools & Platforms
Git/GitHubGitHub CopilotClaude Coden8nFigmaVSCode

Work Experience

Technical Product Owner / Developer

DocNotes - Healthcare Documentation SaaS (In Beta)
July 2025 – Present
  • Own the end-to-end product definition and delivery of DocNotes, a clinical documentation workspace currently in private beta with GPs and doctors across Ireland.
  • Defined product scope and guardrails to support AI-assisted clinical documentation without introducing diagnostic, regulatory, or patient-safety risk.
  • Worked directly with clinicians to understand real documentation workflows, constraints, and failure modes, shaping features around review, approval, and auditability.
  • Designed human-in-the-loop AI workflows where clinicians retain full control over drafting, approval, and amendments.
  • Made deliberate trade-offs to prioritize auditability, data minimization, and GDPR-aligned behavior over feature breadth or automation.
  • Own ongoing iteration based on clinician feedback during beta testing, balancing usability improvements with compliance and safety considerations.
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Freelance Web Developer

Software Development Projects
Dec 2024 – Present
  • Designed and built portfolio websites for clients using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React and Webflow.
  • Focused on clean, accessible design and user-centered interfaces for creative professionals.
  • Built full-stack applications with React, Node.js, Dart, Flutter Firebase, integrating auth, REST APIs, and real-time databases.
  • Designed reusable UI components and responsive interfaces, applying UX best practices.
  • Built frontend and backend components, including API integrations, authentication, and real-time features.
  • Worked directly with stakeholders to scope requirements, make technical trade-offs, and ship pragmatic solutions under time constraints.

Junior Full Stack Developer → Product Specialist(Technical and Product Operations)

MedCred
Jan 2022 – Jan 2024
  • Contributed to front-end development for the healthcare SaaS platform during the first year.
  • Built and connected API routes to support product functionality and data flow.
  • Worked with MongoDB backend for data integration and persistence.
  • Operated in a fast-moving startup environment, balancing customer-facing demos with iterative delivery and frequent scope changes.
  • Served as the primary interface between customers, sales, and the product team for a healthcare SaaS platform in regulated clinical environments.
  • Owned technical product demonstrations and onboarding support, requiring a working understanding of authentication, user roles, and system behavior.
  • Supported day-to-day product operations, including account setup, access issues, and cross-role workflow troubleshooting.
  • Triaged incoming product issues, feature requests, and edge cases, translating them into clear, reproducible tickets for the engineering team.
  • Created and maintained tickets with sufficient technical context, reproduction steps, and expected behavior to support efficient delivery.
  • Collaborated with product and engineering to surface recurring issues and help inform prioritization decisions.
  • Acted as a feedback loop between real-world usage and product delivery, identifying usability gaps and operational risks through hands-on exposure.
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Library Assistant

Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler" (Part Time)
Oct 2017 – Nov 2022
  • Helped manage day-to-day operations, including cataloging, shelving, and circulation tasks.
  • Cataloguing and cleaning the digital database using WINIBW, ensuring consistency across records.
  • Took on leadership responsibilities in the absence of the head librarian, overseeing workflow distribution and ensuring continuity of operations.

Opera Singer & Music Studies

Professional Training & Performance
2017 – 2022
  • Undertook advanced vocal training and academic study as an opera singer while working professionally in performance-based roles.
  • Performed in structured, high-pressure environments requiring sustained preparation, precision, and public delivery.
  • Developed strong communication, presentation, and interpretive skills through regular rehearsals and live performance.
  • Balanced long-term training commitments with part-time professional work alongside studies.

Laboratory Researcher & Science Gallery Educator

CRANN, Trinity College Dublin
Sept 2013 – Apr 2015
  • Conducted nanoscience laboratory research, supporting experimental design and data collection in materials, spectroscopy and dynamic light scattering.
  • Developed protocols for student demonstrations and workshops, translating complex nanoscience concepts into accessible activities.
  • Co-authored internal reports and presented findings to supervisors and peers.

Student Intern - UK Sales Team

DotCom / IBM
July 2011 – Sept 2011
  • Shadowed senior account managers during client calls and product presentations, gaining insight into solution-based sales and customer relationship management.
  • Updated CRM records and maintained client documentation to support team operations.

Education

Software/App Developer Bootcamp

App Akademie, Berlin
Oct 2024 – Aug 2025
  • Earned Certified Flutter Developer status, specializing in Dart & Flutter for mobile and web apps.

Bachelor of Science - Nanoscience

Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland
Sept 2010 – July 2013
  • Interdisciplinary degree covering physics, chemistry, and materials science.
  • Gained early experience with Python for data analysis and experimental automation.

Master of Music

Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler", Berlin
Sept 2019 – Jul 2022

Bachelor of Music

Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler", Berlin
Sept 2015 – Jul 2019

Additional Information

LanguagesEnglish (Native), German (C2)
Certifications
IBM Product Owner Professional CertificateGoogle UX Design Professional CertificateAppAkademie Flutter Developer Certificate
InterestsCloud computing, Flutter development, AI integration, Scalable web architectures