Wesam AlYazjeen

Director of Engineering

Dubai, United Arab Emirates19 yrs 8 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 19 years of experience in software engineering leadership.
  • Expert in building scalable platforms and improving reliability.
  • Strong focus on team development and engineering culture.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in E-commerce and Social Media software engineering.

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Skills

Core Skills

Software EngineeringLeadershipAgile MethodologiesIt LeadershipStrategic GuidanceTeam ManagementTechnical LeadershipSoftware DevelopmentTechnical Design

Other Skills

AJAXAdTechAgile Team ManagementApacheBootstrapCMSCSSCareer ManagementCode Quality AssuranceCodeIgniterCustomer satisfactionDatabase DesignDatabase managementDatabasesDesign Patterns

About

Director of Software Engineering at HungerStation (Delivery Hero) leading engineering teams across AdTech, Quick Commerce, Pickup and new verticals. With more than 19 years of experience, including earlier years at Yahoo! and Maktoob, I focus on building scalable platforms, improving reliability and enabling teams to deliver meaningful business impact.My approach centers on ownership, clarity and a strong engineering culture where people grow, collaborate and perform at their best. Based in Dubai and a UAE Golden Visa holder.

Experience

19 yrs 8 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 3 mos
Average Tenure
6 yrs 1 mo
Current Experience

Hungerstation | هنقرستيشن

3 roles

Director of Software Engineering

Promoted

Jan 2025Present · 1 yr 4 mos

  • Leading the New Verticals domain by driving innovation across AdTech, Quick Commerce, Pickup, and new initiatives through strategic engineering leadership. I manage multiple cross-functional squads spanning backend and mobile platforms, delivering scalable, high-performance solutions that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Our engineering efforts align closely with business and product goals, emphasizing process improvement and fostering a culture of ownership, quality, and innovation. Through strong stakeholder collaboration and focused talent development, we ensure successful delivery of key initiatives and build resilient, high-performing teams.
Web ApplicationsWeb DevelopmentDatabasesScrumSoftware DevelopmentSoftware Engineering+2

Senior Software Engineering Manager

Mar 2022Mar 2025 · 3 yrs

  • As a Senior Software Engineering Manager, I lead engineering teams in the New Verticals domain, with a focus on AdTech and Quick Commerce. I oversee the development and delivery of impactful, customer-centric solutions that drive operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • In AdTech, I guide the optimization of digital advertising strategies, helping businesses effectively reach and engage their target audiences. In Quick Commerce, I lead efforts to create fast and reliable delivery solutions, ensuring on-demand fulfillment for groceries and essentials.
  • I work closely with cross-functional teams to align engineering projects with strategic business goals, mentor and empower engineers to reach their full potential, and ensure the delivery of scalable, high-quality solutions that support business growth and innovation.
Web ApplicationsWeb DevelopmentDatabasesScrumSoftware DevelopmentAgile Methodologies+1

Senior Software Engineering Manager

Mar 2020Feb 2022 · 1 yr 11 mos

Al sahab global general trading co. llc

Director Of Information Technology

Apr 2019Feb 2020 · 10 mos · Amman Governorate, Jordan

  • Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
  • Strategic Operational Guidance: Collaborated closely with leadership to provide strategic direction, ensuring that IT operations align with organizational objectives, driving growth and innovation.
  • Proactive Problem Solving: Identified and resolved project challenges proactively, fostering collaboration and ensuring timely, effective solutions for engineering teams.
  • Effective IT Leadership: Led the IT department with a focus on driving a high-performance culture, empowering teams to consistently deliver successful projects aligned with business goals.
  • Efficiency Optimization: Spearheaded technological innovations that significantly enhanced operational efficiency, driving cost reductions and optimizing workflows across teams.
  • Talent Management and Motivation: Recruited, trained, and motivated a high-performing engineering team, cultivating a culture of excellence and continuously exceeding performance expectations.
  • Resource Planning and Procurement: Led thorough project analyses to accurately assess resource needs, streamlining equipment and software procurement for optimal project execution.
  • Architectural Solutions: Designed and implemented strategic architectural solutions, enhancing system performance, scalability, and integration to support business growth and technical advancement.
Strategic Operational GuidanceProblem SolvingIT LeadershipEfficiency OptimizationTalent ManagementStrategic Guidance

7awi

3 roles

Senior Engineering Manager

Promoted

Apr 2017Apr 2019 · 2 yrs

  • Agile Team Management: Expertly managed the Engineering Team, employing agile methodologies to ensure seamless project execution and efficient collaboration.
  • Innovative Website Features: Designed and implemented cutting-edge features for 7awi websites, enhancing user experience and driving increased engagement.
  • Talent Recruitment and Retention: Led successful engineer recruitment initiatives, attracting top talent to the team and fostering a positive work environment that resulted in high employee retention rates.
  • Strategic Project Prioritization: Collaborated closely with Product Managers and management, prioritizing projects based on strategic goals, resource allocation, and business impact.
Agile Team ManagementWebsite Features DesignTalent RecruitmentProject PrioritizationAgile MethodologiesTeam Management

Engineering Manager

Promoted

Mar 2014Apr 2017 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Web Consultant

Dec 2013Feb 2014 · 2 mos

Yahoo!

Technical Lead

Nov 2009Nov 2013 · 4 yrs · Amman, Jordan.

  • Proactive System Maintenance: Conducted regular system checks and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal performance, and minimizing downtime.
  • Technical Support Excellence: Provided expert technical support and recommended upgrades, enabling smooth software development processes and resolving issues efficiently.
  • Successful Software Solutions: Spearheaded the analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale software solutions, delivering high-quality products on time and within budget.
  • Innovative Technical Enhancements: Conceptualized and executed technical improvements that maximized system utilization, resulting in increased efficiency and user satisfaction.
  • Impactful Project Contributions: Made significant contributions to various projects, including successful Maktoob Forums integration and the development of a new search system, enhancing user experiences and platform capabilities.

Maktoob group

Senior Developer

May 2006Oct 2009 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Amman, Jordan.

  • Code Quality Assurance: Conducted rigorous evaluations of website code, ensuring validity, well-structured design, and compatibility across diverse platforms, resulting in an enhanced user experience.
  • Technical Design Expertise: Skillfully incorporated technical considerations into website design plans, optimizing performance and functionality.
  • Effective Problem Solving: Successfully troubleshooted anomalies, swiftly developed web modules, and updated databases, surpassing organizational standards and ensuring seamless operations.
  • Major Project Success: Played a key role in building the highly successful Maktoob Membership Systems v2.0 and contributed significantly to various other development projects, elevating the platform's capabilities and user satisfaction.
System MaintenanceTechnical SupportSoftware SolutionsTechnical EnhancementsTechnical LeadershipSoftware Development

Jrms, jordanian royal medical services

Software Developer - Internship

Jun 2005Sep 2005 · 3 mos · Amman, Jordan.

  • End-to-End Software Development: Successfully contributed to the entire software development lifecycle, from research and design to testing and implementation of robust software systems.
  • Strategic Solution Leadership: Spearheaded the analysis, design, and maintenance of large-scale software solutions, delivering high-quality products that met organizational needs and industry standards.
Code Quality AssuranceTechnical DesignProblem SolvingSoftware Development

Education

Al-Balqa Applied University (BAU)

Bachelor's Degree — Computer Information Systems (CIS)

Jan 2002Jan 2006

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