Abdelilah Outifaout
Cloud, DevOps and AI Architect
Dubai
Summary
Cloud, DevOps and AI Architect with over a decade of experience in designing and implementing cloud-native solutions and enterprise-scale infrastructure. Specializes in Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, and DevOps practices with expertise in FinOps and AI tools. Proven success in leading cloud migration and optimization projects, reducing operational costs, and ensuring high availability. An AI enthusiast actively learning and leveraging Microsoft AI services for innovative solutions. Certified in Azure, AWS, DevOps, and ITIL, with strong leadership, training, and multilingual communication skills (English, French, Arabic).
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Cloud, DevOps and AI Architect
Luminus
12.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented Azure-based Hub & Spoke architecture and managing the central firewall
- Built and optimized production-grade AKS clusters with CI/CD pipelines using Azure Devops
- Implemented IaC using Terraform and Bicep, enhancing deployment efficiency and preventing drifts
- Developed FinOps practices, leading to a 20% reduction in cloud expenditure
- Improved high-availability and prepared disaster recovery plans
- Improved governance and security policies, achieving 90% compliance with the Well Architected framework and the corporate standards
- Built a PowerBI dashboard showing the compliance scores for Azure and AWS with a Python backend.
- Developed and deployed a chatbot using Azure AI services, enhancing customer interaction efficiency
Cloud & DevOps Consultant
TUC RAIL
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Migrated legacy systems to Azure Integration Platform, redefining asynchronous and loosely coupled communication.
- Automated workflows using Azure Functions, Logic Apps and PowerShell, saving 10+ hours/week of manual effort.
- Delivered cost optimization strategies, reducing annual cloud spend by 18% thanks to Azure PaaS and serverless services.
- Streamlined Azure Devops CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment times.
- Wrote IaC code using ARM Template Specs
Azure Consultant
CANDRIAM
05.2019 - 11.2020
- Led the migration of an ESG analysis platform to Azure PaaS, enhancing system performance and maintainability.
- Redesigned and modernized application modules for more cloud-native compliance.
- Implemented Azure Functions and Event Grid for real-time data processing and event-driven system.
- Wrote CI/CD pipelines using Azure Devops.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time using Agile practices.
.NET Developer/Consultant
Various Roles (Capgemini, Sandvine, Banque Neuflize OBC)
01.2011 - 01.2018
- Developed and maintained enterprise-grade applications using .NET technologies
- Designed microservices architectures, enabling seamless scalability for client applications
- Implemented different kinds of testing on different levels.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Ecole Nationale Des Sciences Appliquées
Morocco 04.2001 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics and Physics
Classes Préparatoires
Morocco 04.2001 - 01.2008
Skills
Microsoft Azure
undefinedCertification
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Timeline
Cloud, DevOps and AI Architect
Luminus
12.2022 - Current
Cloud & DevOps Consultant
TUC RAIL
11.2020 - 12.2022
Azure Consultant
CANDRIAM
05.2019 - 11.2020
.NET Developer/Consultant
Various Roles (Capgemini, Sandvine, Banque Neuflize OBC)
01.2011 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Computer Science Engineering
Ecole Nationale Des Sciences Appliquées
04.2001 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics and Physics
Classes Préparatoires
04.2001 - 01.2008
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