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Amir Khurshid

Amir Khurshid

Senior Solutions Architect
Lahore,Punjab

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. With over 16 years of experience managing mega projects in .NET, Python, AI, and cloud technologies, career has been marked by successfully leading cross-functional teams, delivering complex solutions, and driving project success. Deep understanding of software development methodologies, coupled with extensive cloud experience, allows to effectively manage project scope, objectives, and resources in both traditional and cloud-native environments. Demonstrating a proven track record, foster clear communication, anticipate risks, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality results. Passion lies in leveraging technology to create innovative solutions that drive business growth. Confident that contributions will be valuable to the company's success.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Solutions Architect

the ENTERTAINER LLC
UAE & Pakistan, Dubai
02.2022 - Current
  • Build different solutions, and delivered projects worth of more than 4 Million dollars.
  • Managing more than 30 members in different teams; Mobile, data team to deliver company goals.
  • Managed use of various types of databases and configured, installed and upgraded new ones.
  • Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
  • Participated in system development life cycle from requirements analysis through system implementation.
  • Wrote and maintained custom scripts to increase system efficiency and performance time.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Defined enterprise processes and best practices and tailored enterprise processes for applications.
  • Monitored and tested application performance to identify potential bottlenecks, develop solutions and collaborate with developers on solution implementation.
  • Managed installation, upgrade and deployment projects and provided on-site direction for network engineers.
  • Managed and monitored installed systems for highest level of availability.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.

Principal Software Engineer

Ciklum
Lahore, Punjab
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Swiftly learned and developed applications in low-code tools like as Microsoft SharePoint Online and Microsoft Power Apps, also migrated orthodox applications from Microsoft SharePoint 2000 into Microsoft SharePoint Online.
  • Transformed traditional software to utilize .Net Core as the backend and implemented ReactJS for the frontend, including Point of Sale and Web Crawler applications.
  • Implemented robust security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure system integrity.
  • Informed internal personnel and external stakeholders of project milestones.

Technical Project Manager

the ENTERTAINER LLC
Dubai, Dubai
07.2019 - 08.2021
  • Strategically evaluated and proposed actionable ideas to instate optimal practices, standards, and business processes. These initiatives not only led to a remarkable 30% enhancement in operational efficiency but also unveiled unprecedented business prospects.
  • Managed comprehensive project lifecycles from initiation to closure for both B2B and B2C sectors, achieving a 20% cost reduction.
  • Led the initiative to improve customer support SLA by implementing a comprehensive framework that streamlined processes and reduced avoidable delays by more than 60%.
  • Conducted a comprehensive review of various third-party integration with the aim of selecting the most suitable solution. This evaluation process was conducted to ensure that the chosen integrations aligned seamlessly with business objectives and the overall company strategy.
  • Developed and implemented data governance policies and procedures.
  • Gathered, reviewed and reported on findings.

Senior Software Engineer

EmaraTech
Dubai, Dubai
09.2017 - 07.2019
  • Manage payment gateway integrated multiple application of Dubai Land Department application and generated more than 10 Millions AED revenue per month.
  • Responsible for Architecture, Design, Development, Support and Maintenance of Enterprise Software Systems
  • Laid down basis for the Product/Project Delivery Framework with detailed Development Methodologies,
  • Project Management Processes, Delivery Phases and Tools & Technologies.
  • Developed and documented detailed Architecture for large scale systems.
  • Driving the company towards adoption and implementation of Cloud Technologies
  • Collaborated with Executive Management in several Technical Sales activities
  • Heading a team of several Senior and Junior engineers at Lahore Office
  • Working on an extremely diverse set of Products/Projects such as Financial and Payment module, Investors Portal, Travel Application, B2B and B2C applications, Merchant Management Platform, Digital Marketing.

Staff Engineer

Ciklum
Lahore
03.2017 - 09.2017
  • Led complete software development lifecycle activities including analysis, design, development, test, and maintenance of Enterprise Solutions based on SharePoint Server
  • Designed and developed SharePoint applications involving web parts, features, event receivers, InfoPath forms, custom workflows, custom actions, timer jobs, custom forms, application pages, web services etc.
  • Carried out architectural design, development, and deployment of enterprise SharePoint implementations
  • Analyzed client requirements and converted them into discreet problem statements and their solutions
  • Worked independently with users and executives to expand the use of SharePoint to address business problems.
  • Communicated at all levels of business to assist clients with business requirements for SharePoint and PowerApps based solutions and suggest appropriate solution approaches.
  • Analyzed, designed, and implemented technical solutions for enterprise information, knowledge management and collaboration systems by working closely with the SA and BA teams to understand the project concept, scope and deliverables

Assistant Director (Software Engineer)

Punjab Land Records Authority
Lahore, Punjab
04.2015 - 02.2017
  • Land Records Management Information System | World Bank Project # P090501
  • Dealing with over 55 million land owners and 44 million land parcel data
  • Facilitated seamless communication among clients, stakeholders, and in-house software development teams, aligning with digital transformation initiatives and ITIL best practices
  • Performed troubleshooting & root cause analysis of production incidents. Delivered production support to clients via phone and email to quickly resolve issues and improve service.
  • Developed, maintained, and updated back-end components to connect applications with third party REST web services.
  • Developed, maintained & customized front-end UI/UX components using HTML5, CSS, Media Queries and
    Javascript, Angular 2.0.
  • Lead & Managed third-party API integration (REST, JSON) development and UAT activates
  • Integrate core application with different Government departments like as National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) to facilitate authenticity of personal data by bio metric.

Principal Software Engineer

NetSol Technologies
Lahore
02.2014 - 04.2015
  • Provide support and participate to upgrade software to generate millions dollar revenue.
  • Managed communications between clients, stakeholders, and in-house software development team.
  • Performed troubleshooting & root cause analysis of production incidents. Delivered production support to clients via phone and email to quickly resolve issues and improve service.
  • Developed, maintained, and updated back-end components to connect applications with third party REST
    web services.
  • Developed, maintained & customized front-end UI/UX components using HTML5, CSS, Media Queries and Javascript, Angular 4.0
  • Lead & Managed third-party API integration (REST, JSON) development and UAT activates

Senior Software Engineer

PolyVista
Lahore
10.2012 - 01.2014
  • Managed communications between clients, stakeholders, and in-house software development team.
  • Performed troubleshooting & root cause analysis of production incidents. Delivered production support to clients via phone and email to quickly resolve issues and improve service.
  • Developed, maintained, and updated back-end components to connect applications with third party REST web services
  • Developed, maintained & customized front-end UI/UX components using HTML5, CSS, Media Queries and Javascript, Angular 4.0
  • Lead & Managed third-party API integration (REST, JSON) development and UAT activates

Senior Software Engineer

NetSol Technologies
Lahore
06.2008 - 10.2012
  • Managed 10-member cross-functional software engineers’ team to analyze requirements, design and develop different modules in Credit Application Processing (a module of enterprise financial suite), manage tasks allocation and conducting domain and technical training for juniors.
  • Performed Requirement Analysis and Business Process Mapping workshops on Client Side.
  • Designed and developed new modules in Credit application processing.
  • Coordinated architectural group in estimations, design, and technologies evaluation.
  • Gained development experience in C#, ASP .Net, Visual Basic .Net, Web Services, .NET Remoting, WCF, WPF, window installers, AJAX/Callback, Sybase Data-Window, MS Messaging Queue, Oracle 9i/10g and SQL Server.
  • Performed Requirement Gathering, Development of Requirement Specification & Functional Specification Documents.
  • Developed Technical Specification, User Guides and Training material.
  • Preparation of Design Documents and Unit Test Plans.
  • Facilitated Tasks Assignment, Delegation & Mentoring of resources, User Acceptance Testing (UAT) & Maintenance Support.

Software Engineer

Zaphyr Technologies
Lahore
06.2007 - 06.2008
  • Gained development experience in C#, ASP .Net, Visual Basic .Net, Web Services, window installers, AJAX/Callback, and SQL Server.
  • Executed phases of software development life cycle (SDLC).Facilitated Designing, Development, Unit Testing and Debugging of application problems.
  • Preparation of Design Documents and Unit Test Plans.

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

Punjab College of Information Technologies
Lahore, Pakistan
09.2005 - 11.2007

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of The Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan
02.2001 - 11.2004

Skills

ITIL/TOGAF

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Major Projects

the ENTERTAINER

  • Intami - iOS/Android, Tableau, Flask, Python, Salesforce, mySQL, MongoDB
    This is a B2B project for the Abu Dhabi Residents Office (ADRO), focusing on protecting user personal data in the UAE. It features a highly secure multi-cloud architecture across Azure and AWS, with the application core engine in AWS and user data storage on Azure in UAE. The project aims to integrate third-party components for an advanced solution while minimizing core product changes and managing project costs effectively.
  • Visa Resell - iOS/Android, Tableau, PHP, Laravel, Salesforce, mySQL, MongoDB.
    Visa has expanded application benefits based on product offerings and issuing banks like business model D2C. The primary goals are to design an architecture that best fits these changes with minimal development adjustments, collaborate closely with the Visa team, and develop gradual production rollout strategies across multiple regions.
  • STC - iOS/Android, Tableau, Flask, Python, Salesforce, mySQL, MongoDB
    This project is for STC Telecommunication Company, aiming to create a seamless and standardized onboarding and registration process that can be employed by multiple similar companies. The schema is designed to accommodate various companies and can be customized for specific company needs if necessary like as Vodafone and Samsung with similar fashion.
  • Payment Gateway – Python, Tableau, JavaScript/JQuery, Salesforce, mySQL, MongoDB
    The ENTERTAINER needed to implement a payment gateway for both B2B and B2C applications such as Checkout, PointsPay, and PostPay. This involved close collaboration with the Finance team to ensure seamless and transparent settlements.
  • Delivery Module – Python, Tableau, mySQL
    Participated as architecture and implemented a delivery module designed to support both B2B and B2C applications as a component. This module seamlessly integrated with two major service providers in Dubai, QuiqUp and Lyve.
  • HSBC Singapore, HSBC UK and HSBC Dubai
    HSBC Singapore and HSBC MENA are native mobile applications, while HSBC UK follows a distinct flow where offers are displayed on their website, and users are redirected to the ENTERTAINER web page. I played a leading role in these projects as a technical business analyst.
  • Aldar Reward – Python, Tableau, Salesforce, mySQL, MongoDB
    The Darna Rewards application not only have the ENTERTAINER offers but also integrates with third-party loyalty systems for cashback rewards and various user engagement features such as gamification.

Netsol Technologies

  • NETSOL Technology’s flagship product NETSOL Financial Suite is primarily a finance and leading software. The product covers end-to-end solution for the entire leasing and finance operations including integration with major banks, other financial institutes a third parties. The product contains application-processing, evaluation of the application contract creation, direct debit/credit interfacing with banks and complete inclusion of the contract life cycle throughout the lease duration.
  • Held the position of a senior software engineer on a range of projects, notably for prestigious companies such as BMW, Toyota, Mercedes Benz, FIAT, Nissan Motors, Minsheng Bank of China, and Daimler AG. Subsequently, I advanced to the role of Principal Software Engineer, where I led the migration of their Credit Application Processing (CAP) system from Silverlight to Angular.
  • Managed communication channels between clients, stakeholders, and the inhouse software development team, ensuring effective collaboration and understanding of project requirements.
  • Transformed a Silverlight project to Angular and managed overseeing a team of over 10 individuals.

Emaratech

  • Payment Gateway - .Net Core, Microsoft SQL Server, JavaScript
    Integrated the e-Dirham payment gateway as a module, seamlessly connecting it with several in-house applications in Dubai Land Departments. Additionally, support was extended for another payment gateway called Naqoodi. This module offers customizable UI interfaces and the ability to tailor information for different applications.
  • Taqyeem - .Net Core, Microsoft SQL Server, Angular
    Taqyeem serves as a facilitator for evaluating properties through external registered companies for land sales and purchases in Dubai. My responsibilities included analyzing, developing APIs, and delivering these APIs to the mobile team. Additionally, I prepared documentation to enable third-party integration with these APIs.
  • Mollak - .Net Core, Microsoft SQL Server, JavaScript, Angular
    Mollak is purpose-built to support various real estate stakeholders, including property developers, owners, investors, Owners Associations, and Association Managers in adhering to all RERA registration and management requirements. Dubai has set the global standard for real estate growth and master community developments in the last decade, and MOLLAK aims to further this pioneering spirit by offering a unique online system that enhances convenience and transparency in the real estate sector, and my role to developed API and implement and linked UI in Angular and .net Core.

Punjab Land Records Authority

  • Designed and implemented a management dashboard that consolidates attendance and progress data from over 144 service centers in different cities, empowering the management team to make well-informed decisions. My role to developed in Angular and .Net. It was World Bank Funded project. Reference: https://projects.worldbank.org/en/projects-operations/project-detail/P131266

PolyVista

  • PolyVista has been delivering valuable business intelligence and data analysis solutions to clients since 2001. During my tenure, I created a framework for a feature-rich control library that simplifies the creation of data dashboards for visual representation. I also acquired proficiency in D3.js and used it to develop custom graphs. Notably, our major clients, HP, and Intel, shared their data with us for analysis, and we subsequently provided them with customized dashboards.

Ciklum

  • Swiftly learned and developed applications in low-code tools like as Microsoft SharePoint Online and Microsoft Power Apps, also migrated orthodox applications from Microsoft SharePoint 2000 into Microsoft SharePoint Online.
  • Transformed traditional software to utilize .Net Core as the backend and implemented ReactJS for the frontend, including Point of Sale and Web Crawler applications
  • Developed a robust monitoring dashboard solution capable of overseeing more than 20 applications across internal networks, APIs, and their respective logs. Utilizing visual representation, this solution provides management with the tools for proactive decision-making. Notably, this innovation has resulted in an impressive 95% reduction in manual costs, as manual report preparation was previously the norm.

Accomplishments

  • Star Performer of The Month Dec-22 - the ENTERTAINER: In addition to leading projects from inception to successful sign-off, consistent support has been provided to other teams and active contributions have been made to maintenance projects. This encompasses offering technical guidance, troubleshooting assistance, and collaborating with cross- functional teams to ensure the ongoing stability and enhancement of existing systems.
  • Scholarship in MSc. in CS - Punjab University College of Information Technology, Lahore: Attained Second position in Semester-3 during MSc. CS and was awarded scholarship.

Timeline

Senior Solutions Architect

the ENTERTAINER LLC
02.2022 - Current

Principal Software Engineer

Ciklum
08.2021 - 02.2022

Technical Project Manager

the ENTERTAINER LLC
07.2019 - 08.2021

Senior Software Engineer

EmaraTech
09.2017 - 07.2019

Staff Engineer

Ciklum
03.2017 - 09.2017

Assistant Director (Software Engineer)

Punjab Land Records Authority
04.2015 - 02.2017

Principal Software Engineer

NetSol Technologies
02.2014 - 04.2015

Senior Software Engineer

PolyVista
10.2012 - 01.2014

Senior Software Engineer

NetSol Technologies
06.2008 - 10.2012

Software Engineer

Zaphyr Technologies
06.2007 - 06.2008

Master of Science - Computer Science

Punjab College of Information Technologies
09.2005 - 11.2007

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

University of The Punjab
02.2001 - 11.2004
Amir KhurshidSenior Solutions Architect