Adnan Ali
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Senior IT professional with widespread experience and notable success in broad range of strategic corporate IT initiatives. Successful background in partnering with Stakeholders in delivering business critical solutions, aligning with strategy, processes, people and technology with overall business objectives. Demonstrates strong leadership qualities and excels in team leadership, process improvement, and business development. . Committed to driving organizational success through innovative solutions and continuous improvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Enterprise Architect
McDermott
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
06.2018 - Current
- Promoted adherence to best practices in software design and development across the organisation's IT departments.
- Implemented cloud migration strategies, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Led enterprise architecture initiatives by creating robust IT solutions for business challenges.
- Aligned technology strategy with business goals, driving organizational success.
- Enhanced user experience by implementing intuitive interface designs on all platforms.
- Developed comprehensive data management systems for improved decision-making.
- Orchestrated complex projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery under budget constraints.
- Advanced digital transformation efforts through modernisation of legacy systems.
- Facilitated workshops for knowledge sharing amongst the team members and other stakeholders.
- Participated in executive meetings for decision-making on technical issues.
- Implemented innovative solutions for improved operational efficiency.
- Championed cloud migration initiatives resulting in cost-effective, scalable infrastructure management.
IT Application Specialist\ Global Application Lead
McDermott
Dubai
02.2006 - 06.2018
- Trained new staff members thoroughly; enhanced their productivity levels quickly.
- Performed troubleshooting tasks to minimise downtime during critical periods.
- Created detailed reports, provided regular updates on project progress.
- Identified potential risks, mitigated impact on business operations.
- Collaborated closely with developers to resolve application issues swiftly.
- Participated in team meetings actively, contributed valuable suggestions for improvement.
- Coordinated with team members for successful project execution.
- Documented all processes for future reference and analysis.
- Managed code development and deployment processes in line with release cycles to fulfil company goals.
IT Systems/ Support Analyst and Developer
McDermott
Dubai
06.2002 - 02.2006
- Collaborated effectively within cross-functional teams for optimum results.
- Coordinated with team members for improved efficiency.
- Conducted regular tests of IT systems to ensure reliability.
- Delivered excellent customer service by responding to and resolving technical issues.
- Worked closely with project managers for successful project completion.
- Prioritised tasks during high-volume periods, achieving all deadlines efficiently.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on systems thus ensuring peak performance.
- Assisted in the development of user-friendly interfaces, enhancing user experience.
Education
Bachelor of Computer Science - IT
American University of Hawai
Dubai 09.2001 - 05.2004
O' Levels -
Westminster School
Dubai 09.1988 - 09.2000
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Data modelling techniques
- Prioritising tasks
- ITIL practices
- High-value project management
- Excellent communicator
- Artificial intelligence
- Data analysis
- Process Improvement
- Business development
- Team Leadership
- AWS Cloud
- Azure Cloud
- Microsoft Power BI
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate
Urdu
Native
Timeline
Enterprise Architect
McDermott
06.2018 - Current
IT Application Specialist\ Global Application Lead
McDermott
02.2006 - 06.2018
IT Systems/ Support Analyst and Developer
McDermott
06.2002 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Computer Science - IT
American University of Hawai
09.2001 - 05.2004
O' Levels -
Westminster School
09.1988 - 09.2000
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