Jan 2017 – Present · 9 yrs 4 mos · Paris Area, France

• I'm the founder of eralabs, an independent cloud native and DevOps consultancy where I work directly with startups and engineering teams on architecture, infrastructure, and scalability.
• My work focuses on designing and hardening Cloud Native systems: Kubernetes platforms, CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, observability stacks, and production-grade cloud architectures. I help teams move from ad hoc deployments and legacy workflows to automated, reproducible, and resilient systems.
• I work hands-on across the stack, from containerization and cluster design to workload scaling, cost optimization, and reliability engineering. My approach combines deep technical implementation with architectural clarity and an understanding of how technical decisions affect business velocity.
• Every engagement is tailored. Some teams need platform re-architecture. Others need production readiness reviews, performance optimization, or DevOps enablement. I design solutions around real constraints: team size, growth stage, compliance needs, and budget.
• In parallel, I deliver advanced training focused on practical implementation. The goal is not certification theater, but operational competence. Teams leave with systems they understand, not just slides they've seen.
• eralabs exists to help technical organizations build infrastructure that scales, survives failure, and supports long-term growth.

Sep 2016 – Dec 2017 · 1 yr 3 mos · Paris Area, France

• As the CTO and Co-founder of Incruizer, I held a dynamic and multifaceted role.
• My core responsibility involved managing a talented team of web and mobile developers, leading them through the process of application creation and delivery within the fluid and often uncertain environment characteristic of a startup.
• Navigating through these challenges required an ability to swiftly adapt to changes, constantly recalibrating our strategies to align with evolving circumstances and business goals.
• A significant part of my role revolved around user experience, considering how each decision and development would impact the end-user and striving to create an intuitive and engaging platform.
• Additionally, I facilitated brainstorming sessions, where we identified business goals and effectively translated them into our technical roadmap. This required a deep understanding of how technology can be leveraged to drive business growth and success.
• My experience with Incruizer combined strategic leadership, technical prowess, and a strong focus on user-centric design, enabling us to deliver innovative solutions amidst the ever-changing startup landscape.

Mar 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 2 mos

• FAUN.dev hosts practical tutorials and structured courses in DevOps, Cloud Native, AI, and scalable systems. Engineers can publish high-quality technical content, create premium courses, and reach a global audience of builders. The goal is simple: elevate the quality and depth of technical knowledge online.
• We also curate weekly newsletters read by thousands of engineers, developers, and technical decision-makers, offering focused visibility for companies building tools and infrastructure for modern engineering teams.
• FAUN.dev has been sponsored by Fortune 500 companies as well as high-growth startups and has been featured in many industry publications. Engineers from companies such as Netflix, Google, and Meta are among our subscribers.

Jul 2015 – Sep 2017 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Paris Area, France · Hybrid

• I have successfully undertaken various responsibilities in my role, leveraging my expertise in architecting and creating a global system that combines Edge/Fog and Cloud computing technologies.
• I have been dedicated to continuously improving Time To Market (TTM) for software development and feature testing while automating the DevOps pipeline and software builds.
• Additionally, I have implemented continuous integration and delivery procedures to streamline the development process. By increasing the Service Level Agreement (SLA) to 99% and Application Performance Index (Appdex) to 99%, I have demonstrated my commitment to delivering exceptional service quality.
• With a customer-oriented philosophy, I extract technical Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) based on business value, guiding policy, and strategic decisions for technical projects. Moreover, I have continuously improved infrastructure, network, and software, and introduced Agile/DevOps/ITIL & Best Practices.
• Through the creation of a container-based DevOps team topology, I have fostered a collaborative and efficient work environment. By shortening the DevOps feedback loop and implementing state-of-the-art technologies like serverless computing and microservices, I have contributed to the creation of cloud-agnostic, distributed systems.
• Additionally, I have demonstrated my expertise in monitoring various aspects, including infrastructure, network, connected devices, APIs, and frontend and backend apps.
• Furthermore, I have successfully migrated the internal IT system to IaaS/SaaS/PaaS products, conducted technology benchmarking, and played a pivotal role in improving support levels across different tiers.
• With a focus on internal organization and effective domain administration, I have consistently delivered outstanding results.
• Lastly, my recruitment efforts have contributed to assembling high-performing engineering tea

Apr 2015 – Jun 2015 · 2 mos · Toulouse Area, France

• I had the exciting opportunity to design a commercial offer for a "DevOps transformation", aiming to optimize the process and efficiency of software development and IT operations.
• An integral part of this role was the recruitment of talented individuals, including trainees and experienced employees such as developers and system/ops engineers.
• My responsibilities extended beyond recruitment, as I also played an active role in DevOps coaching to ensure our development teams were aligned and efficient.
• My expertise also encompassed the automation of deployments and provisioning development environments, a critical aspect of accelerating our software development lifecycle. I consistently contributed to technical documentations and tooling, which streamlined workflows and served as valuable resources for the team.
• Lastly, I was proactive in proposing and implementing technical improvements, with an eye towards driving continuous innovation and enhancing our product's performance.

Feb 2015 – Apr 2015 · 2 mos · Toulouse Area, France

• I spearheaded the design and creation of a national intranet website, aimed at auditing internal resources and their utilization.
• This website provided essential statistics on printers, servers, computers, and resource allocation at a national level, facilitating the identification of possible optimizations.
• As a software engineer, I provided critical support and advice on the selection of development and operational technologies and methodologies, playing a central role in shaping our technical landscape.
• My role further expanded into system administration and web operations, where I oversaw deployment, integration, and configuration processes.
• With a good understanding of change management, I adeptly navigated any challenges, ensuring smooth operations and prompt problem resolutions.
• This multi-faceted role offered a dynamic mix of software engineering, web development, operational strategizing, and technical troubleshooting.

Oct 2014 – Dec 2014 · 2 mos · Toulouse Area, France

• My role involved designing and creating centralized configuration management systems, coupled with multithreaded automation and scheduling tools, aimed at optimizing workflows and resource utilization.
• To further enhance our operational efficiency, I proposed technical improvements to both downstream and upstream procedures, which dramatically accelerated our installation process and fostered a more robust continuous delivery system.
• A key part of my role also involved automating tests to ensure the quality and reliability of our applications. I worked diligently to streamline the transition of products from one environment to another, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining high levels of productivity.
• Furthermore, I empowered developers by enabling them to deploy systems and application code, fostering an environment of self-reliance and agile development.
• Monitoring the performance of Linux systems, servers, and debugging deployed applications was also part of my daily responsibilities, ensuring optimal performance and swift error resolution.

Mar 2014 – Oct 2014 · 7 mos · Boulogne-Billancourt Area, France

• I actively collaborated with developers to enable and maintain continuous delivery, which was integral to our agile development process.
• One of my key responsibilities included maintaining stable staging and production Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers, even in high traffic environments.
• This responsibility also extended to improving and optimizing the architecture of both production and test environments to ensure maximum efficiency.
• I regularly troubleshoot production and system issues, effectively minimizing downtime and maintaining seamless operations. I employed my skills in system design to tune systems for optimal performance, load, and scalability.
• My role also encompassed the maintenance of Apache/Mysql servers, ensuring they operated at peak performance. To improve efficiency, I automated various tasks, which drastically reduced manual effort and error.
• Security was also a key concern, prompting me to consistently monitor the system/server security.
• Alongside these responsibilities, I also monitored the performance and errors of Linux systems, Apache, Tomcat, Mysql servers, and deployed applications.
• I enabled developers to deploy systems and application code, thereby accelerating the software delivery process.
• Additionally, I diligently wrote and updated technical documentation and operating documents to ensure information was current, accurate, and easily accessible.

Feb 2011 – Jan 2013 · 1 yr 11 mos

• Our organization is at the forefront of crowdsourcing e-democracy experimentation and citizen participation. We proudly offered alternative open solutions grounded in free and open-source software.
• Our offerings are catered towards governmental entities, commercial organizations, and political parties looking to initiate and maintain OpenGov and OpenData projects.
• My role is diverse, encompassing the formulation of commercial and technical strategies, which guides our project implementation and growth.
• I engage in system and data center engineering, ensuring our infrastructure is reliable, scalable, and aligned with our organizational needs. Additionally, I perform security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities, ensuring the utmost safety of our systems and data.
• My role also requires me to provide technical support, troubleshooting system issues and providing solutions to ensure smooth operations.
• Beyond technical responsibilities, I also organize hackathons and tech events, fostering a sense of community and encouraging innovative thinking within our organization and beyond.

Jul 2010 – Jan 2013 · 2 yrs 6 mos · International

• As a freelance engineer, I specialized in developing bespoke solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of my clients, while simultaneously managing their systems and infrastructure.
• My extensive responsibilities incorporated training, enabling clients to understand and effectively use the solutions I provided.
• Leveraging my skills in web development, I created dynamic, user-friendly websites and applications to help my clients succeed in the digital space.
• To complement my development services, I also offered managed hosting, providing an end-to-end solution that catered to all aspects of my clients' online presence.
• My versatile skill set and dedication to client satisfaction have equipped me with a unique perspective and proven track record in delivering comprehensive, custom solutions at an early stage of my career.

Feb 2010 – Jun 2010 · 4 mos · Tunisia

• I worked on the conception and development of a massively multiplayer real-time strategy game titled "ATAC".
• The game, characterized as a Massively Multiplayer Online Real Time Strategy (MMORTS), was built on a dual-platform basis, comprising an Android application and a Java server.
• Leveraging the Android API and Google Maps API, I crafted an engaging mobile terminal that provided users with an intuitive and immersive gaming experience.
• On the server side, I employed Java to ensure robust and responsive performance to support the high demands of real-time strategy gameplay.
• This project was a testament to my versatility in programming and my adept use of varied technologies to create an engaging, multi-faceted user-experience.

Jun 2009 – Jul 2009 · 1 mo · Tunisia

• During a one-month internship, I was engaged in a variety of tech-related tasks, gaining valuable experience in areas such as technology forecasting, web design, programming, and graphic design.
• Throughout this period, I honed my skills in a range of technologies including HTML, ExtJs, PHP/MySQL, Javascript, and CSS.
• This internship offered me a multi-disciplinary exposure, where I could apply my technical knowledge in a practical setting, and gain a deeper understanding of how diverse technologies integrate to create comprehensive web solutions.
• This hands-on experience has equipped me with a solid foundation in web design and development, setting the stage for my future pursuits in the field.

Jun 2008 – Sep 2008 · 3 mos · Tunisia

• In my previous role, I was responsible for the maintenance and repair of computer and office equipment.
• This task involved diagnosing hardware and software issues, executing repairs, and performing regular maintenance checks to ensure optimal functionality.
• Through this role, I honed my problem-solving skills and developed a keen understanding of various computer and office technologies, reinforcing my technical acumen and ability to ensure seamless operational continuity.

Feb 2007 – Jun 2007 · 4 mos · Tunisia

• I conducted a comprehensive study on retail websites of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), covering an array of aspects including market analysis, security, electronic payment systems, search engine optimization, search engine marketing, web marketing techniques, design and accessibility, hosting, domain names, and security certificates.
• This holistic study allowed me to grasp the intricate facets of web development and digital marketing in the SME retail sector. In addition to this, I put theory into practice by conceiving and designing an e-commerce platform.
• During this project, I adeptly utilized technologies such as Joomla, PhpBB, and Virtuemart. These experiences have solidified my understanding of e-commerce operations and honed my technical skills, enabling me to design efficient and secure online platforms.

Jun 2006 – Aug 2006 · 2 mos · Tunisia

• I was entrusted with the task of creating a dedicated web platform for a group of researchers, facilitating their collaborative efforts, and streamlining access to resources.
• This project involved utilizing technologies such as HTML/CSS for front-end development, PHP/MySQL for back-end processing, and Apache for server management.
• This endeavor enabled me to put my technical skills into practice, designing a platform that not only met the needs of the researchers but also provided a user-friendly experience.
• Through this project, I deepened my understanding of web development, particularly in creating specialized platforms catering to distinct user groups.

Jul 2005 – Aug 2005 · 1 mo · Tunisie Telecom – (Switching And Transmission Center)

• During my internship, I had the opportunity to familiarize myself with the comprehensive concepts of networks, including aspects of switching and transmission. I dived into the workings of Local Area Networks (LANs) and gained insights into both land and mobile telephone networks.
• Furthermore, I explored ADSL/XDSL technologies, enhancing my knowledge of broadband communication.
• I also became acquainted with geographic databases, enhancing my understanding of spatial data and its management.
• Additionally, I learned about the traditional telephone network (RTC) and the Global System for Mobile communications (GSM).
• This internship was an invaluable learning experience, providing me with a solid understanding of telecommunication networks and their underlying technologies.