Mohammed Abdul Siraj

CTO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India18 yrs 9 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • 17 years of experience in technology leadership.
  • Expert in developing Shariah-compliant fintech solutions.
  • Proven track record in driving digital transformation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert with a strong focus on technology leadership and digital transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technology LeadershipProject ManagementFintechDigital TransformationApi IntegrationIt ManagementSoftware Development

Other Skills

.NET.NET CoreABAPAIAJAXASP.NETASP.NET CoreASP.NET MVCASP.NET Web APIASP.Net Core 6Agile & Waterfall MethodologiesAgile (Scrum)Agile MethodologiesAgile Project ManagementAmazon Web Services (AWS)

About

For over 17 years, I've thrived in a world of technology, constantly seeking innovative solutions and driving impactful change. My journey began with a deep fascination for crafting user-centric tools and leveraging technology to empower businesses. This passion led me to spearhead the creation of multiple technology frameworks, identifying trends, and establishing efficient processes. Since October 2018, I've proudly served as the Chief Technology Officer at Islamicly in Bangalore, India. This pivotal role has allowed me to lead a talented team of 38 individuals, transforming the organization into a leading force in Shariah-compliant financial technology solutions. My responsibilities encompass overseeing the entire technology strategy, managing the development team, and delivering groundbreaking products that adhere to strict compliance standards โ€“ all for a global user base. Beyond my technical expertise, I possess strong business acumen. Throughout my career, I've consistently applied my analytical mind to develop niche products for startups, ensuring their successful establishment in competitive markets. My ability to design comprehensive enterprise platforms stems from a unique blend of technical knowledge and a sharp understanding of business needs. As a founding member of three successful technology ventures, I've cultivated a leadership style that fosters collaboration and promotes positive change within organizations. As a Chief Technology Officer (CTO), I orchestrate the technological symphony within our organization, crafting strategies that fuse cutting-edge innovation with practical execution. Here's a concise overview of my key roles and responsibilities: ๐Ÿ—‚๏ธ Project Management ๐Ÿš€ Strategic Visionary ๐Ÿ“Š Strategic Planning & Implementation ๐Ÿ“ˆ Budget Management ๐Ÿ›ค๏ธ Technology Road mapping ๐Ÿ” Technology Research & Evaluation ๐Ÿค Collaboration & Mentorship ๐Ÿ“Š Performance Evaluation I'm constantly energized by the ever-evolving technology landscape. I'm eager to leverage my skills and experience to continue fostering innovation and achieving remarkable results in the years to come.

Experience

18 yrs 9 mos
Total Experience
7 yrs 3 mos
Average Tenure
12 yrs
Current Experience

Islamicly app

Chief Technology Officer

Oct 2018 โ€“ Present ยท 7 yrs 8 mos ยท Dubai, United Arab Emirates

  • I have been at the forefront of developing and launching innovative Shariah-compliant financial technology solutions for both web and mobile platforms. My strong project management skills have been instrumental in delivering complex projects on time and within budget. I've successfully leveraged technology to boost business performance by crafting and implementing effective strategies. By introducing cutting-edge solutions, I've enhanced efficiency, productivity, and our competitive edge, ultimately leading to increased customer satisfaction and valuable partnerships.
  • Currently, I am leading a large team of cross-functional departments with professionals on a mission to establish our organization as a global leader in Shariah-compliant financial technology. My responsibilities encompass defining our technology strategy, overseeing development, and delivering groundbreaking, compliant products to a worldwide audience. I am constantly evaluating emerging technologies and identifying promising opportunities for new ventures. My focus extends to building robust enterprise platforms, anticipating future technology trends, and fostering collaboration across departments. By combining strategic vision with a deep understanding of customer needs, I am driving digital transformation and operational excellence while building strong client relationships.
Project ManagementTechnology StrategyTeam LeadershipDigital TransformationClient Relationship ManagementTechnology Leadership

Flyremit

Chief Technology Officer and Founding Team Member

May 2016 โ€“ Present ยท 10 yrs 1 mo ยท Bangalore

  • In FlyRemit , I played a pivotal role in transforming our organization into a leading force within the remittance industry. Through strategic initiatives and technological innovation, I spearheaded our expansion into new markets while ensuring exceptional reliability and user experience. By integrating with major Indian banks and developing a dedicated application, we significantly enhanced our service offerings.
  • Leading a large team of professionals, I drove the technological evolution of our organization. I focused on building a secure, efficient, and cross-border remittance platform, prioritizing user-centric design and stringent compliance standards. My expertise in integrating banking and financial service APIs was instrumental in expanding our network and optimizing transaction efficiency. I leveraged advanced technologies like AI and machine learning to bolster fraud detection and operational efficiency, while agile methodologies ensured the timely delivery of high-quality products.
  • FlyRemit is a digital remittance management solution for Outward Remittance. We aim to make all modes of overseas payments hassle free, ensuring smooth documentation, compliance and payment.
  • FlyRemit enables all LRS category payments through RBI authorized Forex Dealer Partners.
Strategic InitiativesTechnological InnovationUser ExperienceAPI IntegrationAgile MethodologiesFintech+1

Fxkart.com

2 roles

Chief Technology Officer and Founding Team Member

Promoted

Feb 2016 โ€“ Present ยท 10 yrs 4 mos

  • Fxkart.com is Indiaโ€™s largest aggregator of RBI-licensed money changers. As an online platform that channels the exchange of foreign currency, we aim to improve the consumer experience of carrying out forex transactions. All the money changers in the city bid for a customerโ€™s requirement, making the exchange rate dynamic and competitive.
  • Specialized in the areas of Project Management, Integration Management, Security Management, Infrastructure and Operations Management, Business Intelligence, Process Optimization.
  • Oversee systems development and enhancement and the integration of new systems with existing systems.
  • Work with advocacy staff to develop strategies and plans to enhance client services, improve user effectiveness, and foster innovation.
  • Communicate regularly with executive management and all users of information services and systems.
  • Manage IT staff, including hiring, training, evaluation, guidance, discipline and discharge.
  • Develop the IT staff to meet the changing needs of users, groups and offices; new projects and technologies; and varying staff strengths.
  • Develop standard operating procedures and best practices, including providing written protocols and guidance to IT staff and to end-users.
  • Keep current with the latest technologies and determine what new technology solutions and implementations will meet business and system requirements.
  • Develop and implement all IT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provision.
  • Manage servers, security solutions, network hardware and equipment.
  • Support the Fxkart's overall mission and follow all standards, policies, procedures, and confidentiality guidelines.
Project ManagementIntegration ManagementBusiness IntelligenceProcess OptimizationFintech

Head of Information Technology and Founding Team Member

Jun 2014 โ€“ Feb 2016 ยท 1 yr 8 mos

  • Fxkart.com is Indiaโ€™s largest aggregator of RBI-licensed money changers. As an online platform that channels the exchange of foreign currency, we aim to improve the consumer experience of carrying out forex transactions. All the money changers in the city bid for a customerโ€™s requirement, making the exchange rate dynamic and competitive.
  • Specialized in the areas of Project Management, Integration Management, Security Management, Infrastructure and Operations Management, Business Intelligence, Process Optimization.
  • Oversee systems development and enhancement and the integration of new systems with existing systems.
  • Work with advocacy staff to develop strategies and plans to enhance client services, improve user effectiveness, and foster innovation.
  • Communicate regularly with executive management and all users of information services and systems.
  • Manage IT staff, including hiring, training, evaluation, guidance, discipline and discharge.
  • Develop the IT staff to meet the changing needs of users, groups and offices; new projects and technologies; and varying staff strengths.
  • Develop standard operating procedures and best practices, including providing written protocols and guidance to IT staff and to end-users.
  • Keep current with the latest technologies and determine what new technology solutions and implementations will meet business and system requirements.
  • Develop and implement all IT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provision.
  • Manage servers, security solutions, network hardware and equipment.
  • Support the Fxkart's overall mission and follow all standards, policies, procedures, and confidentiality guidelines.
Project ManagementIntegration ManagementBusiness IntelligenceProcess OptimizationFintech

United arab shipping company

2 roles

System Analyst, Information Technology

Aug 2013 โ€“ Jun 2014 ยท 10 mos

  • The company has earned its name as a market leader by being one of the most prominent carriers both in terms of liner cargo as well as port coverage.
  • Key Responsibilities :
  • Development of Software.
  • Requirement gathering from client and convert them into technical specification for other team members.
  • Provide System application support for all UASC business users in Middle East, Europe and Asia Region.
  • Dealing with analysis, diagnosis and resolution of user/client problems.
  • Taking ownership of problems and tracking them to a successful conclusion.
  • Provide Training assistance to new users and newly deployed Service Desk.
  • Handling incoming incidents/service requests and quickly responding to users enquiries and concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Raising and maintaining incident, service requests and problem records.
  • Escalating issues when necessary to business process managers and communicating with third party technical vendor.
  • Keeping users updated as to progress and continuously reviewing performance against Service Level Agreements.
  • Providing remote and onsite support to client for deployed projects & DBA related stuff.
  • System documentations.
  • Database management, backup & recovery and performance tuning.
  • Report Development using IBM COGNOS 10
Software DevelopmentRequirement GatheringSystem Application SupportDatabase ManagementIT Management

System Analyst, Information Technology

Mar 2009 โ€“ Aug 2013 ยท 4 yrs 5 mos

  • Key Responsibilities :
  • Development of software.
  • Requirement gathering from client and convert them into technical specification for other team members.
  • Quality assurance of on developed software.
  • Providing remote and onsite support to client for deployed projects & DBA related stuff.
  • System documentations.
  • Database management, backup & recovery and performance tuning.
  • Report Development using IBM COGNOS 10
Software DevelopmentRequirement GatheringSystem Application SupportDatabase ManagementIT Management

Aiwa gulf gt & c co.

Software programmer

Sep 2007 โ€“ Mar 2009 ยท 1 yr 6 mos ยท Kuwait

  • Worked with Aiwagulf. as software engineer.
  • Key Areas & JOB Responsibilities
  • 1.Development of software.
  • 2.Implementation of systems in premises of client.
  • 3.Management of source code of applications.
Software DevelopmentSystem ImplementationSource Code ManagementIT Management

Education

Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum

Bachelor of Engineering โ€” Computer Science

Jan 2003 โ€“ Jan 2007

Laxmi Venkatesh Desai College

Pre-University

Jan 2001 โ€“ Jan 2003

Vidya Bharthi High School

Basic Education

Jan 1989 โ€“ Jan 2001

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