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Ali Raza

IT Architect And Technology Specialist
Almere

Summary

Experienced Solutions Architect with a proven track record in designing and delivering scalable, high-performance applications, APIs, and microservices. Skilled in driving monolith-to-microservices modernization, leveraging Azure DevOps to implement CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing the software development lifecycle through Agile/Scrum methodologies.


My expertise spans across architecture design, system integration, and managing cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless delivery of digital solutions. I have successfully led complex projects, focusing on microservices architecture, cloud-native solutions, and orchestrating technical strategies that meet both business and technical requirements.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

IT Architect and Technology Specialist

Brocacef B.V.
01.2024 - Current
  • Leading architecture and technology decisions across a wide range of backend applications.
  • Providing strategic guidance on system design, integration, and modernization initiatives.
  • Driving improvements in performance, reliability, and development workflows.
  • Designing and overseeing robust integration patterns between internal systems and external partners.
  • Overseeing implementation of architectural standards, best practices, and cloud adoption strategies.
  • Maintained strong communication with clients throughout the design process to ensure alignment between their vision and the final product.

Solution Architect

Brocacef B.V.
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Led Pharmacy Application Team as Technical Lead, overseeing .NET-based solutions development.
  • Managed end-to-end software development life-cycle, from initial requirements gathering to post-implementation support and maintenance.
  • Championed architectural modernization by driving migration to microservices.
  • Designed and implemented ESB (Enterprise Service Bus) integration architecture.
  • Established CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, improving deployment efficiency.

Senior Software Engineer (.Net)

Sennac International B.V.
09.2018 - 12.2019
  • Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
  • Developed robust, scalable, modular and API-centric infrastructures.
  • Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
  • Regularly reviewed peers'' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality.

.NET Developer

Suit Supply B.V.
09.2016 - 08.2018
  • Develop and maintain .NET applications for sales and retail systems.
  • Provide L2/L3 support for production systems and IT service desk.
  • Design, build, and test core back-end services.
  • Collaborate with teams on new features, integrations, and architecture.
  • Modernize legacy systems through refactoring and migration.
  • Reduced software bugs by conducting thorough unit testing and debugging, ensuring a smooth user experience.

Software Engineer (.Net)

Softorea Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd.
02.2016 - 08.2016
  • Led full-cycle .NET application development from design to deployment.
  • Built scalable back-end systems using TDD and clean architecture.
  • Managed project timelines, tasks, and technical roadblocks.
  • Coordinated with PMs and teams to deliver business-driven solutions.
  • Trained new hires and provided production support.

Software Engineer (.Net)

Apollo Telecom (Pvt.) Ltd.
04.2012 - 01.2016
  • Developed and deployed VXML-based administrative scripts using Cisco Voice Portal (CVP) Studio and Avaya Aura Orchestration Designer.
  • Designed and implemented a desktop application for contact center operations (Nortel/Avaya Aura & Cisco), deployed across Ufone Call Centers (Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi).
  • Engineered PTCL’s 1217 Telephone Directory Application, enhancing customer accessibility.
  • Developed middleware for Ufone SelfCare Application, improving backend efficiency.
  • Contributed to Ufone Flagship Store Project, optimizing retail customer experience.
  • Developed Ufone Franchise Application, supporting business partner operations.
  • Designed and deployed an Air Cargo Management System, improving logistics tracking and efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
Lahore, Pakistan
09.2021 - 02.2025

Skills

Microservices Architecture

Monolith-to-Microservices Modernization

Domain-Driven Design (DDD), Event-Driven Architecture

RESTful APIs, Web Services, ASPNET MVC

CQRS (Command Query Responsibility Segregation)

N-Tier Architecture

Azure, Azure DevOps, Terraform, CI/CD

SQL Server, NoSQL, EF/Ef Core

Unit Testing, Load Testing, Mocking Frameworks

Message Queues, WebSockets

Git, NET Core / NET Framework, ASPNET Core

Nationality

Dutch

Timeline

IT Architect and Technology Specialist

Brocacef B.V.
01.2024 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

COMSATS Institute of Information Technology
09.2021 - 02.2025

Solution Architect

Brocacef B.V.
01.2020 - 12.2023

Senior Software Engineer (.Net)

Sennac International B.V.
09.2018 - 12.2019

.NET Developer

Suit Supply B.V.
09.2016 - 08.2018

Software Engineer (.Net)

Softorea Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd.
02.2016 - 08.2016

Software Engineer (.Net)

Apollo Telecom (Pvt.) Ltd.
04.2012 - 01.2016

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