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AHMED M. ELSERAFI

AHMED M. ELSERAFI

Solution Architect & Consultant
Dubai,UAE

Summary

Senior Technology Executive, Solution and System Integration Architect with 20+ years of progressive experience across Telecom, Public Sector, and Enterprise IT. Renowned for designing and delivering large-scale digital transformation programs, I specialize in Solution Architecture, Pre-Sales Leadership, and Cloud-Native Ecosystems.

I demonstrated expertise in building scalable data platforms, integrating AI/ML applications, leading enterprise IT strategy, solution architecture, and driving high-impact pre-sales initiatives. Expert in spearheading cloud-first digital transformation and embedding AI/ML, DataOps, and platform orchestration into scalable, secure, and future-ready architectures.

Notable achievements include leading a 60M SAR data platform project, and a 39.8M AED data platform modernization deal, implementing FinOps principles, and delivering key Smart City infrastructure across the GCC.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification

Work history

Solution Architecture

Solutions & Consultations
Dubai, UAE
04.2025 - Current

As an independent consultant, I lead strategic engagements focused on enterprise IT transformation and complex solution architecture. I support contracted firms across the GCC by crafting tailored digital transformation roadmaps that integrate AI, IoT, data platforms, ERP and CRM systems such as Oracle and Salesforce.

My role includes driving technical pre-sales efforts, leading RFP responses for multi-million-dollar opportunities, and aligning proposed solutions with both client needs and business objectives. In addition, I play a key role in sales enablement and pipeline acceleration, supporting partner firms with solution positioning, lead generation, and deal structuring to unlock new growth avenues.

Solution & Pre-sales Consultant

Freelance
Dubai, UAE
2022.06 - 2025.03

Directed pre-sales architecture for multimillion-dollar digital transformation bids. Est. 60M SAR, handled deals with averaging a value of 49.8 M USD.
Maintained and average of 85% a short-listed proposals handled.
Architected smart city platforms and CRM integrations (Salesforce, SAP).

Managed full RFP lifecycle including risk, governance, pricing, and delivery design.

Oversaw 58-member delivery team in KSA ensuring SLAs, governance, and business continuity.

Led customer engagements, KPI tracking, and operational improvements.

Service Delivery Manager

ATOS
Jeddah
08.2024 - 12.2024

Oversaw the planning, execution, and quality of service delivery to ensure seamless customer experiences.

Led a 58-member delivery organization, ensuring SLA compliance, service excellence, and business continuity across key accounts.

Drove stakeholder alignment, resolving high-impact issues and enabling continuous service improvement.

Implemented operational governance and KPI monitoring, resulting in measurable increases in service efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Manager Design & Delivery

DU
Dubai
04.2019 - 05.2022

Spearheaded multi-vendor telecom design and delivery initiatives.
Oversaw a team of 24 testers in the UAT phase of a strategic project.
Delivered and average of 570 business change requests with an average of 95% on-time delivery.
Directed steering committees and accelerated go-to-market for strategic B2B platforms.
Managed regulatory alignment and cross-domain team coordination.

Technical Consultant

Ericsson
Dubai
07.2018 - 04.2019

Led a strategic project of 20M USD infrastructure migration for critical prepaid systems ensuring zero-disruption.
Designed technical solutions for system transitions and continuity.

Onsite Project Lead (Consultant)

Oracle
Dubai
04.2018 - 06.2018

Oversaw Oracle a 3M USD infrastructure projects for telecoms.
Supported revenue growth through client-led solution adaptations by 20% cost reduction.

Senior Manager Solution Design

Du EITC
Dubai
07.2008 - 01.2017

Designed end-to-end BSS solutions across prepaid/postpaid and landline services.
Reviewed and approved architecture blueprints and supervised implementation.
Led project delivery and ensured technical excellence, delivered 1,365 business requests with an average of 85% on-time.

Lead developer

Vodafone
Egypt
08.2001 - 06.2008

Led IVR, prepaid and mediation platform configuration teams.
Maintained platform continuity and spearheaded high-severity incident resolution.

Education

B.Sc. - Electric and Electronic Engineering Major Communication

Modern Sciences & Arts University (MSA)
Egypt
08/1996 - 08/2001

Skills

Enterprise & Solution Architecture: Proven expertise in designing scalable, cloud-native, and hybrid architectures for mission-critical systems across telecom, public sector, and enterprise domains Experienced in architectural frameworks including TOGAF, with a strong focus on compliance, interoperability, and system performance

Digital Transformation Leadership: Successfully led digital modernization initiatives integrating AI/ML, IoT, DataOps, and Kubernetes platforms Skilled at transforming legacy systems into agile, future-ready ecosystems while aligning with organizational vision and regulatory demands

Pre-Sales Strategy & RFP Management: Strong command over complex RFP processes, solution positioning, and bid leadership Hands-on experience in crafting technical and commercial proposals, leading due diligence, and driving deal closures more than $10M

Cloud & Data Platform Modernization: Specialized in multi-cloud strategies (AWS, Azure), data fabric modernization, and establishing high-throughput data environments with embedded FinOps principles to optimize cost and performance

AI/ML & Smart Solutions Architecture: Led design and adoption of AI-enabled platforms, including predictive analytics, automation use cases, and smart city applications Integrated AI/ML pipelines into enterprise systems for performance optimization and innovation acceleration

Service Delivery & Operational Excellence: Oversaw large-scale delivery operations (up to 58 FTEs) ensuring SLA adherence, customer satisfaction, and governance implementation across telecom and IT environments

DevOps Orchestrated Deployments: Delivered modern DevOps pipelines and containerized application deployments using Kubernetes and CI/CD practices, ensuring rapid, stable, and repeatable software releases

Stakeholder & C-Level Engagement: Trusted advisor to executive clients, skilled at translating technical solutions into strategic business outcomes Led strategic discussions with CIOs, CTOs, and board-level stakeholders

FinOps & P&L Management: Embedded financial accountability into architecture design and service delivery, optimizing cost efficiency while ensuring business alignment Experienced in P&L ownership, KPI tracking, and performance reporting

Certification

  • Harvard Management Essentials
  • AWS – Migration Sales Essentials / QuickSight /Generative AI
  • SoftwareAG IoT Academy Technical & Business Tracks
  • SAFe 5 DevOps
  • ITIL Foundation
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner
  • TOGAF 9.1
  • Agile Methodologies

Languages

Arabic
Master or proficient
C2
English
Master or proficient
C2

Personal Information

  • Number of Children: 3
  • Date of birth: 10/28/79
  • Marital status: Married

Custom

  • Data Platform Modernization and establishment, 60M SAR, Atos
  • Multiple RFP deals covering Smart Cities, Data platforms modernization over cloud and hybrid cloud, Atos
  • Prepaid System migration to Ericsson CS, Ericsson/Du
  • Oracle Prepaid System Expansion, Oracle Key strategic projects including Visitors line on arrival, Du
  • Platform Enhancements, billing upgrade, Vodafone Live! For prepaid, Vodafone

Affiliations

  • Video editing
  • Photography

Accomplishments

Certificate of Appreciation - HR Ambassador (DU EITC)

Certificate of Appreciation - Outstanding Performance (DU EITC)

Certificate of Appreciation - Lifetime PAYG Service (DU EITC)

Certificate of Appreciation - Billing System Upgrade (Vodafone)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Solution Architecture

Solutions & Consultations
04.2025 - Current

Service Delivery Manager

ATOS
08.2024 - 12.2024

Solution & Pre-sales Consultant

Freelance
2022.06 - 2025.03

Manager Design & Delivery

DU
04.2019 - 05.2022

Technical Consultant

Ericsson
07.2018 - 04.2019

Onsite Project Lead (Consultant)

Oracle
04.2018 - 06.2018

Senior Manager Solution Design

Du EITC
07.2008 - 01.2017

Lead developer

Vodafone
08.2001 - 06.2008

B.Sc. - Electric and Electronic Engineering Major Communication

Modern Sciences & Arts University (MSA)
08/1996 - 08/2001
AHMED M. ELSERAFISolution Architect & Consultant