Awais Mohammad

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Senior IT & Software Architect (Project Mgmt, Mobile and Web Dev, Systems Architect, Big Data, PCI Compliance Expert) @ A. F. Ferguson & Co. (a member firm of the PwC network)
karachi, sindh, pakistan
Awais Mohammad's Location
Pakistan, Pakistan
About Awais Mohammad

- Product management experience and a deep technical background with Big Data, cloud(AWS/Azure/Google Cloud/), Serverless technologies and/or data integration. Hands-on with complex technology, have a keen understanding of how it can bring value to a diverse customer base, and can expand adoption across different channels and partner ecosystems. Cross-functional leader who will work collaboratively with architecture and product engineering teams, Informatica’s marketing, sales and services staff, and product marketing to drive sales success and results for the Big Data products.- Highly Skilled IT Professional with 12 Year success and demonstrated performance and delivery of 24 x 7 critical media operations. - ITIL, MCSE, CEH Certified, Mobile Application Developer, FACT & Oracle Fusion Consultant, BIG Data Infra-structure Deployment Expert- Have vast knowledge and skills in both programming and development as well as networks, servers and cloud computing.Development & Application Design & Architect:- Well versed in major programming frameworks/languages including, .Net/MVC, PHP (all major frameworks), OPENGL ES, JAVA, ANDROID development, IOS Development UI/UX, MYSQL/Microsoft SQL & Ruby on Rails.- Hands on expert in delivering world class APPs for Android as well as IOS markets.- Lead for major website conversion from html to html5. Expert in converting PSD to HTML5.- Architect complexed websites (UI/UX/DB) with PHP & Ruby on Rails frameworks. - Google Analytics evaluation, deployment, customization, improvement, ROI & SEO consultation.Servers/Networks:- AWS/AZURE/GOOGLE CLOUD complete management and deployment of major products and instances.- All kind of Linux architectures (Centos/Ubuntu/Red HAT)- All kind of web servers and streaming servers.

Awais Mohammad's Current Company Details
A. F. Ferguson & Co. (a member firm of the PwC network)

A. F. Ferguson & Co. (A Member Firm Of The Pwc Network)

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Senior IT & Software Architect (Project Mgmt, Mobile and Web Dev, Systems Architect, Big Data, PCI Compliance Expert)
karachi, sindh, pakistan
Website:
pwc.com.pk
Employees:
1320
Awais Mohammad Work Experience Details
  • Ab
    Senior Software Consultant
    Ab Jan 2012 - Present
    Karachi
    - Manage team of developers to develop all in-house needs which are mostly related to media related operations.- Daily communication with clients by partnering throughout the entire life-cycle of projects to define, design, and implement business process based solutions.- Drive adoption by empowering clients to become self-sufficient with building process applications on their own.- Design, implement, and provide demonstrations of solutions with Appian software.- Design, build and launch new data models in production.- Establish and implement metrics to optimize team delivery and measure business agility in terms of predictability, reliability, and adaptability.- Independently communicate with both client technical teams and business owners as needed during the design and implementation.- Working on php, java enterprise, .net, ionic hybrid mobile development and other related frameworks.
  • Sind Club
    Senior Data & Digitization Architect
    Sind Club Jun 2016 - Present
    Karachi
    - Work with data architects within Sind Club to establish and maintain Data Architecture Principles and Guidelines that drive Digital Transformation.- Working as a senior architect for complete digital automation of sind club- Setup SOPs, Data security and Data Governance Activities- Enable data governance by organizing and facilitating data architecture reviews for major initiatives within Sind Club- Establish and maintain foundational data architecture models and related tools to effectively track - Work with all data domains to establish roadmaps toward desired state- Guides application development teams in the data design of complex solutions and ensures that teams are in alignment with the data architecture principles, standards, strategies, and target states- Facilitates the transition from high level design and supports the project lifecycle with input from executive leadership where needed- Ensures existing data/information assets are identified, stewarded and leveraged across the enterprise.- Defines and enforces data architecture standards, procedures, metrics, and policies to ensure consistency and adherence to Walmart’s process- Develops data architecture plans and drives the plans to fulfilment in collaboration with Data Owners, Architects, and Solution Teams- Analyze current state of data architecture of various systems – software components, technologies, data models and business processes; incorporate this knowledge into the Data Governance platform (Collibra).- Develop integration of Data Governance repository (Collibra) with Walmart data management platforms and its components to automate Data Governance processes (metadata capturing, lineage, proactive data quality etc.) on a timely basis.- Maintain high level of knowledge and expertise related to Data Architecture- Develop key indicators to manage the Data Architecture Management process at Sind Club.- Assist on research, development & implementation of special projects, as needed.
  • A. F. Ferguson & Co. (A Member Firm Of The Pwc Network)
    Senior Project Head Big Data Analytics
    A. F. Ferguson & Co. (A Member Firm Of The Pwc Network) Jun 2018 - Present
    Karachi
    Develop Big Data Analytics Platform on VMWARE ecosystem- Setup ETL Server, Data Science Server and Tools, Database (Flat / unstructured /No SQL, relational)- Front end management application for data science users and analytics for customers in PHP (Cake PHP) framework- Continuous development and integrations with cross platform and technologies- ETL includes (Batch Processing ETL, Cloud-Based ETL, Open-Source ETL, Streaming ETL: The Future of Data Integration)- Data Science Tools (Jupyter, R-Studio)- Databases (Hadoop, Elastic Search, MongoDB, Mysql, Apache Cassandra)- Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Apache Storm, Apache Cassandra, MongoDB, Elastic Search, R Programming Environment, Neo4j, Apache SAMOA)
  • Freelancer Mobile Applications
    Project Manager Mobile Application Development
    Freelancer Mobile Applications Jan 2007 - Present
    Karachi
    - Meeting periodically with leadership to discuss workstream project status, progress, issues, and risks.- Maintaining an overall IT project plan representing the work of the Application Development team, across the various applications and products.- Dynamically lead project estimates, timelines, feasibility and alternative solutions- Scheduling, facilitating, and documenting the Application Development Status meetings, along with provision of associated meeting minutes- Oversight and direction on the architecture and design of Mobile Applications by providing technical ideas and high-level conceptual insights with varying degrees of technical knowledge for completion of projects- Oversight of the individual Application Developers and development teams, and the completion of objectives, tasks and deliverables.5+ years experience hands on mobile app development- 5+ years of technology based project management and/or project lead experience for major Software Application/Mobile Development projects- Extensive knowledge and experience in both Native & Hybrid software development projects- Extensive Development and management experience with both Native [iOS & Android] & Hybrid Mobile Applications- Extensive knowledge and experience with Hybrid Mobile Applications using HTML, JavaScript/JQuery and CSS3- Proven experience leading or managing a team of both in-house and offshore Application Developers- Proven ability to spearhead projects, facilitate application status meetings, and achieve milestones with accuracy and consistency- Proven experience with implementing and managing Software Products and Mobile Application and Solutions.- Must-have extensive knowledge of Software Development project management tools, I.e.; JIRA, etc.- Extensive knowledge of Web Design (RDW) approach for development using Bootstrap, Skeleton or Foundation- Extensive knowledge of front-end development to improve the user interface using UI/UX concepts
  • Falcon-I Tracking
    Senior Project Consultant
    Falcon-I Tracking Aug 2019 - Present
    Karachi
    - Complete Migration of Financial ERP from older version of Oracle to Oracle Cloud Fusion- Mapping Business Functional and Technical Processes via APIs- Solve business critical challenges from design to delivery- Conduct financial functional design workshops and design reviews with clients- Configure the Cloud Financials applications, validate and migrate the configuration to production- Drive financial CRPs/SITs/UATs- Load and validate financial data- Conduct client user training- Log, manage and resolve SR’s with Oracle Support- Interact with customer user base at all levels to develop innovative solution designs and execution plans.- Co-ordinate with the application and database vendors for resolution of problems (functional bugs, performance issues, etc.)- Fix Company's ERP and redesign the who ecosystem for vehicle tracking and customer relationship platform. - Streamline network infrastructure and migrate the whole architecture to cloud
  • Ialphapk
    Project Head
    Ialphapk Jan 2016 - Present
    Karachi
    - Senior Project Lead for all Data/Application/Web/Mobile Apps/Complex projects- Partition large systems into subsystems and components each of which can be handled by a single engineer or team of engineers or subordinate architect- Provide technical leadership across the organization, from strategic decision making to project planning and execution- Make high-level design choices that may dictate technical standards, including coding standards, tools, or platforms- Recommends/approves final systems designs and strategy- Conceive and designs existing system upgrades and enhancements for high profile events and for projects that are broad in their scope of application- Expert in technical design, analysis, performance and solving technical issues during project delivery- Architect solutions by mapping customer business problems to end-to-end technology solutions- Able to successfully manage complex strategic projects through the project lifecycle, from conception through rollout and ongoing support
  • Itextile Pvt. Ltd. Pakistan
    Technology Consultant
    Itextile Pvt. Ltd. Pakistan Jan 2010 - Present
    Karachi
    • ITIL and ITSM process integrations that included full assessments, architecture, design, planning, implementation and roll out and oftentimes included developing Business Cases, ROI, TCO, Governance and Cost Benefit Analysis and best practice methodologies for ITSM holistically in the areas of people, process, technology and information across the organization and integration for those ITIL process areas.• Deployment, Migration, Testing, Training and Continuous Maintenance and Support for the FACT financial (https://www.factsoftware.com) ERP for itextiles.• Automate the complete IT Infrastructure with zero staff and complete remote management by ABNetwork services team.• Deploy and Manage inhouse Email Server with linux infrastructure.• Develop, review and ensure the appropriateness of value added solutions that focus on IT Service Management, Business Transformation and Governance based on ITIL best practices for all existing customers of Itextiles.• Management of Web Server Hosting (CENTOS/FEDORA/WINDOWS) and Domains Management including DNS Zones. • Connected 5 branches and 4 Point of Sale Terminals via fiber optic WAN and providing LAN extension to allow users to work directly on the head office servers at a high speed bandwidth. • Control complete network using Microtik and Kerio Control firewalls.• Project lead on itextiles Head Office shifting. Handled installation of complete network and communications including deployment of fiber optic core VPN link.• Developed and Maintained e-commerce site based on PHP opensource - PRESTASHOP. Increased sale revenue from 0% to 30% on the web. • Integrated cross DB solutions (Microsoft SQL based and MYSQL based) into a single DB. This allows a complete Central Management of their e-commerce portal.
  • Xebec Venture Partners, Ltd.
    Senior Software Project Head
    Xebec Venture Partners, Ltd. Jun 2011 - Jan 2017
    Karachi
    • Architect and Deployed PHP based website for a Popular Sri Lankan Surf Shorts Brand named Dunstan. (www.dunstansurfwear.com) This is the most unique site in the history of web as its totally html based and doesn’t utilize the flash based components and thus operates on any device and platform.• Project head for Citiestalking (a tourist app) for UK. App developed on native IOS/Android and CMS on Enterprise Java Framework.• Network & Web Application Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Social Engineering. • Performed risk assessments to ensure corporate compliance• Penetrated DoD network defense mechanisms externally utilizing various methods and techniques (withheld for operational security).• Architect/Deployment/Maintenance of UAE based Award Winner Kids e-commerce portal (www.babysouk.com) based on Ruby on Rails. • Architect and Delivered Tour Guide (iphone based) application named Cities Talking for a UK based company. This website utilized Microsoft based CRM (Umbraco) and Iphone based app.• IOS/ANDROID APP publishing and Testing using Testflight and Google Console.• Database Architect for various websites and mobile based apps using MYSQL, Microsoft SQL, DB2, PostgreSQL, Amazon Simple DB and SQL Lite, Cassandra, Hadoop, MongoDB, Neo4j., CouchDB, OrientDB, Terrstore, FlockDB, OrientDB.• Manage/monitor/backup Linux/Windows based webservers (Amazon EC2, Godaddy, inmotion hosting & 1 and 1).• Managing Developers sitting in various parts of the world including Russia, China, Egypt, India, Pakistan, USA, Canada & Saudia. Major programming languages are JAVA/PHP/Object Oriented C/.net• Using Project Management tools to manage complex project – Basecamp, Zoho, JIRA & Ganib.
  • Cityfm89 (Dawn Media Group)
    It / Project Head
    Cityfm89 (Dawn Media Group) Apr 2005 - Dec 2016
    Karachi,Pakistan.
    • Leading development team for ERP solution based on .net framework.• Leading all websites development as well as deployment & ongoing management based on PHP, Ruby on Rails & ASP.Net. • Architect complete storage and data management including Big Data Analytics for website traffic management.• Lead architect in development of Mobile based Solutions/Apps on Android as well as IOS.• Expert knowledge and implementation of SQLite , MethodAPI , AFNetworking , RSS Feed , CoreLocation framework, Twilio api,Parse.com,VOIP.• Managing the various Website Development projects and proprietary software development projects. • Lead integrator in online payment gateway solutions including etisalat payments modules, Allied Wallet, Authorize.net, Paypal, Verisign & iTransact.• Integration and management of MYSQL/PHP and Microsoft SQL/.Net frameworks for various websites.• Implemented ITIL standards in my organization and took certification to ensure we carry it on.• Plan for infrastructure growth in new physical systems, virtual machines, SAN usage and expansion, and backup and recovery options.• Create virtual machines within Hyper-V.• Design and deploy failover clustered Hyper-V environments.• Leverage System Center to create Lab environments.• Manage Cloud Infrastructure and SaaS deployments• Perform maintenance on live production systems in hosted environment.• Plan changes to email environment including editing MX records, SMTP settings, networking, security, spam filters, Microsoft Exchange, and Microsoft Outlook clients.• Installation & Deployment of Exchange Server, sharepoint & hyper-v environment including Linux Based email servers.• Deploy cloud based mail storage and online backups to enable redundancy.• Manage SAN of around 1000 TB with complete backup and live storage server running 24 hours – live music and video transmission• Lead a support team for windows, Linux & Mac based hosted environment as per ITIL Standards.
  • Etilize Inc. Karachi, Pakistan (Www.Etilize.Com) (Us Based Company)
    Production Manager
    Etilize Inc. Karachi, Pakistan (Www.Etilize.Com) (Us Based Company) Jan 2003 - Oct 2004
    Karachi
    • Managing a team of 45-50 Engineers who worked on developing content for the IT Market for US, Canada, Europe (Sweden, Denmark, UK, Belgium, Italy, France, and Spain etc.).• Software testing and exhaustive testing of JAVA based content management system and leading of testing team of 10 engineers.• The IT Products include the following:• Routers/Hubs/Switches• Computer Systems (Notebooks, Servers, Workstations, PDAs)• Printers (Laser & Inkjet, Multifunction, Dot Matrix)• Video Conferencing and Wireless Telecommunication Equipment• Consumer Electronic• Integrated Circuits (Memory Modules, Motherboards, Processors)• Working extensively on Project Management Software and using Microsoft Excel to give accurate production forecast.• Production Floor Designing in Microsoft Visio and planning the cost saving seating arrangement to accommodate maximum people.• Hosting various Conference Calls from US/Canada, European countries and discussing project action items, current status and future plans.• Conducting Interviews for the post of Technical Knowledge Engineers.• Coordinating with the Quality Assurance team and ensuring the correct process flow for the Quality check of IT Products.• Worked extensively on the Project of acquiring ISO 9002 certification for the company. Chalked out all the processes and procedures related to Production Department.• Giving Production Training/Presentations to the New Inductees.• Worked on integration of UNSPSC (a body of UNICEF) (www.UNSPSC.org) with the category structure of Etilize. Designed software named MORSE for automatic code assigning.• Worked on the Designing Software for Content Management, which was later on named as CMS (content management system).• Developed the following on Microsoft Visio:• Building/Seating Plans• Production Processes
  • Rbs - Bhpbilliton Petroleum Islamabad, Pakistan (Australian National Company)
    Network & Communication Engineer (April 2002 – Sep 2002)
    Rbs - Bhpbilliton Petroleum Islamabad, Pakistan (Australian National Company) Apr 2002 - Sep 2002
    Karachi
    • Worked in the Information Systems (IT & Comms) environment.• Installation, Configuration and Management according to the Standard Operating Environment of BHP as defined by CSC Melbourne for the Following:• Windows NT 4.0 based servers (IBM Netfinity and Compaq Proliant ML 350).• Windows 2000 based operating systems on IBM Netvista Systems.• Managed and controlled the Documentation for the different work procedures of IT department. Composed compact software in Visual Basic for the daily task report.• Composition and designing of DLT/DAT backup yearly program for the backup of sensitive oil rig and main office data.• Maintaining 63 trusted and 4 parent domain networks.• Defining working processes for IT & IS for the Zamzama Gas Plant (Dadu).• IT/Communication/Power & Building layout designing in Microsoft Visio.• Prepared a cost/time effective project Plan using Microsoft Project for the Installation of Proliant ML-370 at Zamzama Gas Plant.• Installation and Maintenance of the following equipment:• Cisco Aironet Wireless Routers• Panasonic PABX, Voice over IP using Cisco Routers, Inmarsat Satellite Phones & Thurraya SAT Phones and VSAT• Picture Tel Video Conferencing Equipment.

Awais Mohammad Skills

Team Management Networking Databases Mysql Servers Php Css Itil Management Project Management Troubleshooting Cloud Computing Linux Project Planning Virtualization Html Information Technology Team Leadership Network Administration Business Analysis System Administration Javascript Jquery Telecommunications Microsoft Sql Server .net Web Development Web Applications Hardware Centos Ubuntu Open Source System Deployment Budgets Microsoft Office Itil Certified .net Compact Framework Network Security Network Engineering Mac Apps Microsoft Exchange Managerial Skills Computer Security Photoshop Graphic Design Cms

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What company does Awais Mohammad work for?

Awais Mohammad works for A. F. Ferguson & Co. (A Member Firm Of The Pwc Network)

What is Awais Mohammad's role at the current company?

Awais Mohammad's current role is Senior IT & Software Architect (Project Mgmt, Mobile and Web Dev, Systems Architect, Big Data, PCI Compliance Expert).

What schools did Awais Mohammad attend?

Awais Mohammad attended Axelos, Microsoft, Sir Syed University Of Engineering And Technology, Hamdard University, Bahria University.

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Awais Mohammad has skills like Team Management, Networking, Databases, Mysql, Servers, Php, Css, Itil, Management, Project Management, Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing.

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Awais Mohammad's colleagues are Mufeez Ahmed, Umar Tariq, Mustafa Abbas, Sabeeka Hassan, Abdullah Siddiqui, M. Imran Hanif, Raja Arqum.

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