Mohamed Arafat — CEO
Enterprise & Solution Architect with 10+ years of experience delivering cloud, integration, and enterprise software solutions across AWS, Azure, and IBM Cloud. Former IBM leader, I’ve driven large-scale digital transformation projects in banking, government, and global enterprises—modernizing legacy systems, enabling multi-cluster architectures, and ensuring secure, scalable deployments. Known for bridging business goals with technical execution, I lead teams to deliver innovative solutions that last and create a measurable impact. ---- As an Enterprise & Solution Architect with a proven track record in cloud, integration, and enterprise software solutions, I design and deliver systems that don’t just meet requirements—they transform how organizations operate. With over a decade of experience, including a distinguished tenure at IBM, I’ve led high-impact digital transformation projects for global banks, government entities, and enterprises across the Middle East, Africa, and North America. My expertise spans AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud, Microservices, Event-Driven Architectures, and complex integration landscapes. I’ve architected and delivered solutions that modernize legacy systems, scale across regions, and enable mission-critical services, ranging from multi-cluster payment gateways in Africa to digital banking ecosystems and national-scale portal modernization. I thrive at the intersection of technical excellence and business value, bridging the gap between stakeholders, engineering teams, and real-world impact. Whether it’s designing a resilient architecture, enabling faster go-to-market, or ensuring security and compliance at scale, my focus is on creating solutions that last. Beyond the tech, I’m a collaborative leader and mentor, passionate about growing talent, fostering innovation, and turning complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions. My leadership style is hands-on when needed, strategic when it counts, and always driven by outcomes. Specialties: - Enterprise & Solution Architecture - Cloud Transformation (AWS, Azure, IBM Cloud) - Microservices & Event-Driven Integration - Digital Banking & Financial Services Solutions - Modernization of Legacy Systems - Stakeholder Engagement & Team Leadership If you’re looking for someone who can architect at scale, deliver with precision, and inspire teams to go beyond the expected, let’s connect.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech and Cloud Solutions Architect with extensive experience in enterprise software development.
Location: Cairo, Egypt
Experience: 10 yrs 11 mos
Skills
- Enterprise Architecture
- Cloud Transformation
- Microservices
- Cloud Applications
- Software Development
- Java Development
Career Highlights
- Led large-scale digital transformation projects.
- Expert in cloud and integration solutions.
- Bridges business goals with technical execution.
Work Experience
Crédit Agricole Egypt
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Technology Innovation Institute
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IBM
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Education
Premaster Degree at Faculty of Computers and Information - Cairo University
Bachelor of Computer Sceince at Faculty of Computers and Information - Cairo University