Houssam Badri
Al Madinah
Summary
Technical architect with 15 years of experience, specializing in the strategic design and implementation of cutting-edge and scalable enterprise applications. As a seasoned technical architect, I have a demonstrated history of successfully leading teams in developing innovative projects. Recognized for my strong leadership capabilities, I've consistently delivered robust solutions and applications while focusing on enterprise requirements and constraints. Proficient in the latest and most effective technologies, I excel in driving impactful results and fostering the success of high-performing teams. I seek a challenging technical architect position to leverage my expertise in steering technology initiatives toward excellence and driving organizational success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Technical Solutions Architect
Al Madinah Region Development Authority
09.2021 - Current
- Led, conducted, and architected the smart city platform of Al-Madinah: Implemented the platform by combining COTS products, open-source projects, and custom-built solutions
- Designed the data architecture and embraced artificial intelligence
- Improved the efficiency of delivering, implementing, and operating projects by leading Kubernetes and other modern technologies adoption and effectively assigned resources
- Enhanced efficiency by meticulously reviewing consultants’ deliverables, coordinating seamlessly with third-party vendors, and optimizing the delivery process, Request for Proposal (RFP) composition, and Service Level Agreement (SLA) adherence and contracts
- Collaborated to refine the consultants’ deliverables according to our company requirements and project specifications
- Discussed and planned the program solutions and applications
- Working with the Chief Architect to apply EA standards and best practices
- Collaborated and improved vendor selection process to fulfill program needs
- Led and managed local and off-shore teams to deliver smart solutions
- Ensured applying best practices and standards: Scrum, Guidelines, Governance
- Led implementation, implemented and supported smart city solutions such as Smart Light, Smart Parking, Command & Control Center, Digital Signage, and Digital Twin
Senior Backend Developer & Technical Architect
Jahez International Company
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Designed and implemented new system features and stakeholders’ requirements improved business growth by 200% in 2 years
- Fixed applications’ bugs and improved system performances
- Organized with different company departments to deliver the proper requirements
- Guaranteed uptime and scalability of the applications and reduced cloud consumption by 30%
- Implemented the integration with third-party partners like Payment Gateways and service providers
Senior Technical Consultant
Elm
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Revamped and implemented some GACA projects (Washaj, Security permits, Drones Permission Management, AWB Marketplace) within the Mobility division
- Refactored and upgraded the technology stack which improved team performance by 300%
- Onboarded and trained newcomers to be autonomous within a month
- Integrated with external platforms such as Yakeen and Elm Billing Systems
- Developed software components
- Supported technical stack decisions
Senior Java Consultant
GCC Standardization Organization
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Defined, guided, and deployed the Internal staff application of GSO
- Designed, implemented, and deployed the GCC Certification Tracking System and its back office application
- Upgraded and modernized the Internal Strategy Management application
Technical Consultant
Saudi Electricity Company
07.2014 - 12.2017
- Company Overview: on behalf of Watad Al Hijaz
- Digitized the operations department by designing and implementing a solution with the portal, desktop application, and mobile application to manage the company's electricity grid and ticketing system
- Reduced the electricity outage times to 25% and paper cut down by 75%
- Gathered and analyzed the department requirements and architected the solution
- Trained the staff to use the applications
- Generated user guidelines and documentation
- Deployed solutions and handed over to staff
- On behalf of Watad Al Hijaz
Research Advisor & Developer
Taibah University
07.2013 - 06.2014
- Company Overview: on behalf of SFC Engineering
- Designed and implemented Noor Center Mushaf research program applications
- Generated documentation and delivered to end users
- On behalf of SFC Engineering
Research Advisor & Developer
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
12.2012 - 06.2013
- Company Overview: on behalf of SFC Engineering
- Designed and implemented a wheel-chair arm manipulator solution for handicaps using AI and recognition tools
- Documentation and presentation to French partners and national universities
- On behalf of SFC Engineering
Software Engineer
SAGEMCOM Software & Technologies
10.2010 - 11.2012
- Implemented and maintained, by applying the scrum methodology, the externalized GUI of HomeBox ADSL residential gateway of TDC, analyzed client specifications and designed and implemented its different modules
- Implemented the Support Functions of HomeBox ADSL: Wi-Fi monitor, Ping, Traceroute, and Cable Test
- Played the role of Integrator of TDC products in the TDC team by generating and controlling different versions of different TDC products that had to be delivered and synchronizing different TDC team artifacts
Education
Computer Science Engineer - Masters in Computer Engineering
National School of Computer Science
Tunis07.2010
Preparatory Engineering Cycle - Technology & Science
Tunis Preparatory Engineering Institute
Tunis06.2007
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Gafsa Pioneer School
Gafsa06.2005
Skills
- Microservices
- Identity & Access Management(IAM)
- Software Architecture
- API Integration
- Monolithic
- Refactoring
- Application Modernization
- Agile
- Scrum
- Leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Problem-Solving
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Helm Development
- Cloud Applications
- AWS (Amazon Web services)
- GCP (Google Cloud Platform)
- OCI (Oracle Cloud)
- DevOps
- Analytical Thinking
- Enterprise Architecture
- Innovation
- Digital Transformation
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Java
- Spring
- PostgreSQL
- Oracle
- MS SQL
- MongoDB
- Open-source
- Angular
- Web Development
- Databases design
- Git
- NodeJs
- SDLC
- Data Lake
- Technical architecture
- Technical project management
- Business solutions
- IT strategy development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- API integration
- Information security
- Application development
- Software engineering
- IT governance
- Agile development frameworks
- IT architecture design
- Solution architecture
- Product delivery management
- Enterprise software
- SQL
- API development
- System architecture design
- Enterprise information architecture
- Decision-making
Websites
Languages
Arabic
Native language
Arabic
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
French
Proficient
C2
German
Elementary
A2
Personal Information
- Title: Technical Solutions Architect
- Nationality: Tunisian
Professional Memberships
Professional Computer Engineer, Saudi Council of Engineers, 112202
Certification
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate - Amazon Web Services - ID KWHFR6EJ1B111RK3
- Certified Kubernetes Application Developer - The Linux Foundation - ID LF-wytdfea69n
- TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner - The Open Group - ID 177625
- ITIL 4 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management - PeopleCert - ID GR671658364HB
- Professional Cloud Architect Certification - Google - ID 11f1d8fa4052490eaa81e5d19d83595d
Timeline
Senior Technical Solutions Architect
Al Madinah Region Development Authority
09.2021 - Current
Senior Backend Developer & Technical Architect
Jahez International Company
12.2019 - 09.2021
Senior Technical Consultant
Elm
10.2018 - 12.2019
Senior Java Consultant
GCC Standardization Organization
01.2018 - 10.2018
Technical Consultant
Saudi Electricity Company
07.2014 - 12.2017
Research Advisor & Developer
Taibah University
07.2013 - 06.2014
Research Advisor & Developer
Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
12.2012 - 06.2013
Software Engineer
SAGEMCOM Software & Technologies
10.2010 - 11.2012
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate - Amazon Web Services - ID KWHFR6EJ1B111RK3
- Certified Kubernetes Application Developer - The Linux Foundation - ID LF-wytdfea69n
- TOGAF Enterprise Architecture Practitioner - The Open Group - ID 177625
- ITIL 4 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management - PeopleCert - ID GR671658364HB
- Professional Cloud Architect Certification - Google - ID 11f1d8fa4052490eaa81e5d19d83595d
Computer Science Engineer - Masters in Computer Engineering
National School of Computer Science
Preparatory Engineering Cycle - Technology & Science
Tunis Preparatory Engineering Institute
High School Diploma - Mathematics
Gafsa Pioneer School
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