Cloud Architect -Azure, GCP, AWS and Oracle
Mohamed Kamran Sait Rafi
Senior Technical Architect - Cloud, Infra And Application
Kuala Lumpur,
Summary
Accomplished Technical Architect offering almost 15 years' experience in comprehensive design and development of infrastructure and architecture for software projects. Attentive collaborator and communicator from project conception to completion. Creative in devising solutions to improve business operations and meet clients' technical needs. Seasoned team leader possessing the technical and interpersonal skills to provide exceptional project deliverables.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Senior Technical Architect - Cloud Migration
Tata Consultancy Services
Kuala Lumpur
01.2020 - Current
- Cloud Infra and Application Architect for key transformation program which involves migration from Oracle RODOD stack deployed on-premises to Azure Cloud in multiple regions with Prod and DR
- Collaborated with clients to determine project specifications and scope
- Developed Infra, network and system architecture In Azure Cloud according to business needs.
- Implemented micro-segmentation architecture in Azure cloud as part of transformation
- Deployed Hub-Spoke Architecture in Azure Cloud for both Primary and DR
- Deployed Azure Firewall as part of security compliance and S2S tunnel for DR Region
- Reviewed clients' overall existing app and infrastructure estate, business priorities and success criteria to design transformation plans.
- Application setup on AKS along with CICD DevOps setup using custom tools.
- Deployed various Azure services like Applications gateway, Redis, elastic cloud, Datadog on Azure, AD Setup for applications, Datadog, etc as part of applications setup.
- Provided current best practices and third-party solution alternatives when necessary for functional design documentation.
- Managed installation, upgrade and deployment projects and provided on-site direction for network engineers.
- Defined enterprise processes and best practices and tailored enterprise processes for applications.
- Provided technical leadership to team members during system design.
- Developed network and system architecture according to business needs
- Set up secure databases and networks
Technical Solution Architect - Infra & App
Tata Consultancy Services
Kuala Lumpur
10.2015 - 12.2019
- Leading Azure and GCP Cloud Operations team which manages cloud infrastructure
- Delivered pre-sales technical support for new projects on Azure and GCP
- Performed assessment, analyzed and suggested implementation plan for some of application in Azure Cloud movement project
- Provided Integration revamped Strategies for optimizing application integration architecture for HA and resilience.
- Key pillar in Simplification project to optimize system performance and reduction in maintenance window
- Analyzed and provided solution for Performance related issues for BSS and third-party systems
- Created strong relationships with key decision makers as trusted consultant of Oracle SOA product line.
- Guided and influenced existing partners on recommended upgrades and enhancements to integrated solutions.
- Worked with customers or prospective customers to develop integrated solutions and lead detailed architectural dialogues to facilitate delivery of comprehensive solution.
- Worked on Oracle BSS Solutions (RODOD) for Oracle Application Integration Architecture(AIA) and Oracle Service Bus (OSB) products. As technical lead taking care of 13 application for implementation, maintenance, and support. Also working on creating new environments for these applications
- Extensive experience in designing, configuring and supporting below middleware technologies for Production, DR, Development, Staging, UAT and QA environments
- Installed, integrated and deployed various middleware products in client environments.
- Presented roadmap and technology infrastructure to customers, demonstrating deep familiarity with APIs, platform infrastructure, security and integration capabilities.
- Created and implemented innovative business solutions to support corporate objectives.
- Managed project planning, resource allocation, scope, schedule, status and documentation.
Member of Technical Staff
Amadeus Software Labs
Bangalore
01.2013 - 10.2015
- Presented business leaders with ROI estimations to drive project planning.
- Analyzed client business processes to propose optimal software applications for unique requirements.
- Assessed business requirements to create focused solutions.
- Maintained authoritative knowledge through continued education and ongoing training.
- Installing and configuring WebLogic in pre-production Environment and setting up Iplanet Servers
- Deploying application on weblogic server and monitoring performance of servers
- Perform PCI-DSS log analysis which is very essential in Amadeus getting PCI-DSS certification
- Attend meeting and educate team in France and Germany about new releases and new investigation methodology
- PCI-DSS Audit presenter for Amadeus with External Audit for E-Retail and Altea Reservation Desktop product
- Responsible for managing releases for existing customers and co-ordinate with other teams for enhancement on products
- Collaborated with stakeholders to transform client requirements into turnkey solutions.
- Installed system updates to address vulnerabilities and reduce security issues.
Cluster Lead
Tech Mahindra
London and Bangalore
09.2010 - 01.2013
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Weblogic SPOC for entire cluster. Any issues across other projects with respect to Weblogic, I was analyzing and providing them temporary and permanent fixes
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Deploying Application as part of Release process on Weblogic Server
- Understand BTs Application design and different environments like LIVE, Reference and UAT and also understand architecture
- Installing new application, JDBC, JMS resources and other configurable item on WebLogic as part of Major Cutover and Enhancement to our applications
- Pivotal in overseeing Problem Management activities and providing RCAs for recurring issues
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
Implementation Specialist
Tech Mahindra
Pune and London
09.2007 - 08.2010
- Assisted account executives with strengthening client relationships through targeted solutions.
- Focused solutions on industry-specific workflow, client base and protocols, tailoring implementations to client needs.
- Involved in Platform Migration and Weblogic Migration deployed on on weblogic, sunone web servers, zxtm servers, VERITAS and Solaris servers
- Explained complex, technology-related issues in basic, understandable terms to clients.
- Delivered 2nd level technical support to current and new business applications after implementation
- Make sure that all new application that are being deployed are in line with production system and following production standard and best practices of Weblogic
- Created automation scripts for Pre- Release Check Script , Disaster Recovery and Production deployment.
- Configured, installed and handled troubleshooting tasks for variety of different applications.
- Delivered exceptionally high level of professionalism and support to each client, upholding company's commitment to service.
- Aided senior leadership in authoring data capturing reports to identify issues and determine solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Computer Science And Programming
Anaikar Matriculation Higher Secondary School
Chennai, India 08.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
Cloud Architecture Design
undefinedAccomplishments
Declared as the rising star performer in the Btwholesale Application Support Team for the year March 2008.
Have received ‘Pat on the Back’ award in the Btwholesale Application Support Team for the year March 2010.
Have received ‘Pat on the Back’ award for SAAS Transition Project for the year June 2011.
Technical Excellence Award for delivering Retail store by overcoming technical challenges for the year 2016 for Celcom Project.
On The Spot Award for the year 2016 and 2017 for Celcom Project.
Beyond Excellence Award as part of Special intiative award for the year 2020 for supporting various other projects in ASEAN region.
Contextual Master Award for the year 2021 which is given to specific members who delivers key values to customer and appreciated by customer.
Best Team Award from TCS Malaysia Leadership team for the year 2021 for winning key projects by providing precise solutions to customer for the Transformation Projects.
Migration Excellence Award for successfully migration to cloud
Best Team Award for Successful cloud migration.
Star of the Month Award for 2 times for appreciation from customer.
Contextual Master Award for providing critical support to customer environment through contextual knowledge.
Software
Telecom Domain
Oracle Middle ware products
Networking- F5, LB, Reverse Proxy, ZXTM,
Monitoring Tools - Dynatrace, Datadog, Hunter,
Application Technical Architect and Design
Database - Oracle, MySQL, Maria DB
Kubernetes, Containers, kafka, mq, jms, jdbc, elasticsearch, airflow, etc
Technical Trouble shooting
Certification
Azure Cloud Solution Architect Expert
Timeline
Senior Technical Architect - Cloud Migration
Tata Consultancy Services
01.2020 - Current
Technical Solution Architect - Infra & App
Tata Consultancy Services
10.2015 - 12.2019
Member of Technical Staff
Amadeus Software Labs
01.2013 - 10.2015
Cluster Lead
Tech Mahindra
09.2010 - 01.2013
Implementation Specialist
Tech Mahindra
09.2007 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Computer Science And Programming
Anaikar Matriculation Higher Secondary School
08.2003 - 05.2007
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