Lead Architect, Tawzio - Agentic AI Career Platform
Duration: Feb. 2026 - Current
Summary: Building and maintaining a full-stack AI-powered career platform integrating multiple large language models for interview content generation, job scoring, and voice-based mock interviews with advanced cost governance and security.
Responsibilities:
- Designed and implemented multi-LLM orchestration layer integrating Claude Sonnet, Gemini 2.5 Flash, and ElevenLabs TTS.
- Developed full-stack platform using Next.js, React, Python FastAPI, and Supabase PostgreSQL.
- Implemented CI/CD pipelines with GitOps workflow and environment-based configuration.
- Ensured production cost governance with cache key architecture and circuit breaker patterns.
Technologies: Next.js 14, React, Python FastAPI, Supabase PostgreSQL, Cloudflare Turnstile, Sentry, GitOps, Multi-LLM orchestration, Claude Sonnet, Gemini 2.5 Flash, ElevenLabs TTS.
Sr. Enterprise Architecture Manager, NEOM Digital Mobility (Enterprise Architecture and AI Systems Delivery)
Duration: Oct. 2022 - Feb. 2026
Summary: Built and led an enterprise architecture practice for NEOM's USD 500B digital city programme focused on land mobility, delivering AI-powered solutions and establishing cloud-native architecture and governance frameworks across multiple business units.
Responsibilities:
- Provided technical leadership and strategic direction to 40+ engineers across multiple disciplines and locations.
- Built enterprise architecture practice from zero to CMMI Level 2 maturity, establishing governance standards and reusable architecture patterns.
- Created and enforced standards for cloud-native architecture, microservices, AI/ML implementation, DevOps automation, and security governance.
- Delivered 8 AI systems to production improving operational efficiency and customer experience.
- Architected multi-cloud infrastructure strategy spanning AWS, Azure, OCI, and Huawei Cloud.
- Managed executive stakeholder engagement and vendor partnerships with PwC, Oracle, Microsoft, and Huawei.
- Co-authored cybersecurity strategy aligned with ISO 27001, Zero Trust, and NIST standards.
Technologies: AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Huawei Cloud, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Azure DevOps, AI/ML platforms, Computer Vision, Conversational AI, GTFS data, Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, Serverless Patterns.
Enterprise Architect, SiteCore (Application Rationalization and Cloud-Native Learning Management Solution)
Duration: May 2021 - Sep. 2022
Summary: Led a large-scale application rationalization and modernization initiative across multiple acquired businesses and architected a cloud-native Learning Management Solution for a B2B SaaS platform integrating multiple enterprise systems.
Responsibilities:
- Led assessment and rationalization of 450+ applications, eliminating redundancies and reducing costs.
- Architected cloud-native Learning Management Solution integrating Salesforce, SiteCore OrderCloud, Okta, Azure AD, and Kryterion.
- Documented enterprise-wide business capabilities and created strategic architecture blueprints and roadmaps.
- Mentored solution architects and developers, fostering high-performance culture and managing project risks.
Technologies: Cloud-native architecture, Microservices, API-first design, Salesforce, SiteCore OrderCloud, Okta, Azure AD, Azure DevOps, CI/CD.
Solutions Architect Lead, Royal Conservatory of Music (HR Onboarding API and Exam Registration System Modernization)
Duration: Jul. 2020 - Mar. 2021
Summary: Led modernization of HR onboarding workflows and exam registration system by implementing microservices architecture and Azure B2C OAuth-based Single Sign-On to improve scalability, security, and user experience.
Responsibilities:
- Led and mentored cross-functional team improving sprint velocity and reducing defects.
- Developed HR onboarding/offboarding API application using ASP.NET MVC, C#, and ODATA.
- Re-architected Exam Registration System from monolithic to microservices architecture.
- Designed and implemented Azure B2C OAuth-based Single Sign-On for enhanced security and integration.
Technologies: ASP.NET MVC, C#, ODATA, Azure DevOps CI/CD, Microservices, Azure B2C OAuth, .NET, Java.
Managing Director/Consultant, AREED IT SERVICES (Cloud-Based POS System and Digital Health & Wellness E-commerce Platform)
Duration: Sep. 2016 - Jun. 2020
Summary: Built and led a consulting practice delivering cloud architecture and digital transformation solutions including a VAT-compliant POS system and a multi-service digital health e-commerce platform across UAE markets.
Responsibilities:
- Delivered cloud architecture and infrastructure modernization driving cost savings and customer satisfaction.
- Developed technical proposals, solution architectures, and business cases winning competitive bids.
- Architected and deployed VAT-compliant cloud POS system across 100+ locations ensuring tax compliance and operational efficiency.
- Directed architectural strategy and launch of Digital Health & Wellness e-commerce platform with Agile Architecture and CI/CD pipelines.
- Defined target architecture for Social Care Case Management System with secure centralized SharePoint portal.
Technologies: Cloud architectures, Agile Architecture, CI/CD pipelines, SharePoint, POS systems, VAT compliance, Azure DevOps.
System Analyst, ADNOC Offshore (Formerly ZADCO) (Enterprise Technology Programs and Oil & Gas Mission-Critical Systems)
Duration: Sep. 2005 - Aug. 2016
Summary: Led multiple enterprise technology programs supporting offshore oil and gas operations, delivering mission-critical systems with high availability and compliance to regulatory and security standards.
Responsibilities:
- Led portfolio of 15+ technology programs managing cross-functional teams and vendor relationships.
- Ensured architectural governance and compliance with IT principles and regulatory requirements.
- Directed architecture and delivery of Well Delivery Process collaboration platform and Clinical Management System.
- Managed implementation of Laboratory Information Management System and critical Oil & Gas platforms including Pipeline Integrity, Real-Time Drilling, and Digital Oil Field solutions.
- Championed Emiratization and capacity-building initiatives.
Technologies: ASP.NET, SharePoint, Azure, Office 365, ThermoFisher Sample Manager (LIMS), Pipeline Integrity Management Systems, Real-Time Drilling Monitoring, Digital Oil Field solutions.
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