Professional Summary

A seasoned digital professional and technology advisor, combining over ten years of software engineering and development experience with a solid background in digital transformation, business ecosystems, and advanced information technologies. Demonstrated leadership skills in diverse environments including startups, government, and private sector, delivering strategic direction, and managing teams to drive project success.

Professional Experience

1. 

   Digital Advisor / Project Manager

   United Nations Development Programme

   Water, Energy and Environment

   11/2021 - Present

   • Implemented digital strategies aligned with UNDP's goals and tailored to the specific context of KSA.
   • Ideated and identified digital projects in collaboration with the government, NPOs, and the private sector.
   • Established partnerships with government agencies, civil society organizations, and the private sector to foster collaboration in digital development initiatives.
   • Provided technical guidance on the selection & deployment of digital technologies in project activities.
   • Conducted training sessions and workshops to enhance digital skills and knowledge among UNDP staff and partners.
   • Contributed to knowledge mgt. by documenting best practices and success stories in digital development projects.
   • Managed project activities, ensuring timely and effective delivery of project outputs and outcomes.
   • Supported the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to measure project progress and impact.
   • Prepared regular project progress reports, including narrative and financial reports, in accordance with UNDP's guidelines.
   • Coordinated with project stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure project effectiveness.
   • Assisted in identifying capacity development needs and organizing capacity-building initiatives.
2. 

   Senior Consultant / Customer & Marketing

   Deloitte & Touche (M.E.)

   Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

   03/2020 - 01/2022

   • Led the design of a cutting-edge social app for Riyadh residents, facilitating engagement and feedback.
   • Presented app data to decision-makers to improve city planning and operations.
   • Led the nationwide census mobile app and portal design efforts.
   • Designed a national donation platform that raised over $200M in 20 days.
   • Drafted RFP responses and technical proposals to support business development goals.
   • Mentored junior staff through the Deloitte Brightstart program.
3. 

   Consultant / Customer & Marketing

   Deloitte & Touche (M.E.)

   Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

   03/2020 - 01/2022

   • Designed SME funding platform for UAE-based financial institutions.
   • Led digitalization of processes with the Salesforce transformation team.
   • Designed a management decision system for global freight operations.
   • Built an e-commerce portal to empower Saudi SME retailers.
   • Managed resource planning and system implementation coordination.
4. 

   Systems Integration Specialist / Nokia Software

   Nokia, Bell N.V.

   Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

   03/2019 - 03/2020

   • Collaborated across international teams to design new features for a large-scale system (NOKIA SMP).
   • Led rebranding activities, customizing UX and UI for products to the client (STC company).
   • Supported integration team with Teleco OSS and NOKIA SMP - STC OneView, including UI design.
   • Translated business requirements into technical solutions, integrating multiple systems and components.
   • Led development and execution of integration test plans, validating end-to-end functionality.
   • Provided guidance and support on system integration processes and best practices.
   • Collaborated with project managers for successful deployment and launch of integrated solutions.
   • Actively participated in knowledge sharing and training sessions for up-to-date expertise.
   • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering effective collaboration.
5. 

   Software Engineer (CX) / Nokia Software / Young Professional Program

   Nokia, Bell N.V.

   Antwerp, Belgium

   • Modified existing software and implemented new features using J2EE, EJB, Hibernate, and RESTful Web Services.
   • Designed user-friendly UX and UI for Android mobile applications.
   • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop effective software solutions.
   • Conducted code reviews and implemented enhancements to improve software performance and maintainability.
   • Actively participated in Agile development methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of software features.
   • Engaged in customer-facing activities, incorporating customer needs and feedback into software enhancements.
6. 

   CoFounder / Innovation Lab Lead

   Indielabs, LLC.

   Innovation Lab

   2017 - 2019

   • Mentored and trained developers and designers on best practices for web and mobile development.
   • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product designs aligned with business goals.
   • Led ideation and strategic workshops translating insights into product concepts.
   • Assessed and validated product ideas and prototypes to determine feasibility.
7. 

   CoFounder / Lead Software Engineer

   Indielabs, LLC.

   Development Dept.

   2014 - 2017

   • Co-founded the startup and led software delivery for clients worldwide.
   • Built strong customer relationships and negotiated successful contracts.
   • Oversaw hiring and onboarding of team members to ensure team alignment.
   • Gathered and prioritized client needs through interviews and feedback loops.
   • Developed Android, iOS, and hybrid mobile apps with advanced tech stacks.
   • Built cloud-based applications using modern front-end technologies.
   • Created UI wireframes, journey maps, and storyboards to guide design.
   • Deployed applications to Azure, AWS, and Digital Ocean ensuring scalability.
8. 

   GSA Intern

   Google, Inc.

   Google Ambassador Program

   06/2013 - 06/2014

   • Completed the Google Ambassador Program, acting as a liaison between Google and KFUPM.
   • Coordinated technical events on campus and served as the primary contact for the Google team.
   • Built positive relationships with faculty and student groups to foster engagement.
   • Delivered workshops and training sessions to empower students with digital skills.
   • Inspired students to pursue careers in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
9. 

   Summer Intern / Entrepreneurship Center (Wa'ed)

   Saudi Aramco

   Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

   06/2013 - 08/2013

   • Acquired valuable entrepreneurship skills from ideation to execution through Wa'ed's pioneering program.
   • Applied SaaS, MVP, Bootstrapping, Lean Startup, and Business Canvas modeling techniques.
   • Designed product concepts using color theory and the golden ratio to enhance user experience.
   • Conducted UX-focused research and managed focus groups to guide iterative development.
   • Developed a full business plan including market analysis, competition study, and financials.
   • Participated in expert-led mentorship workshops to refine startup strategy and execution.
   • Demonstrated creativity, resilience, and problem-solving while launching the business idea.
   • Capitalized on Wa'ed support and resources to successfully pitch and develop the project.

Education

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  Master of Engineering, High Performance and Cloud Computing

  King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals – HIVE: Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

  Batch 2024 (current)

  Focus Areas: Distributed Systems, Parallel Algorithms, GPU Programming, Big Data Analytics

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  B.S., Software Engineering

  King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals – Dhahran, Saudi Arabia

  Batch 2009

  • Honor Student: 2011, 2013, 2014
  • ABET Accredited – Ranked Top 189th Globally (QS Times)