Cloud Migration Digital Transformation

Amir Atashzadeh

Toronto, ON 416-***-**** ****.**********@*****.***

MBA PMP MSc. in Computer Engineering (AI and Robotics)

Seasoned Senior Engineering Leader with 15+ years of expertise in Software Engineering, Data Architecture, and Cloud Migration, specializing in leading large, complex technology initiatives. Proven ability to deliver high-impact projects by aligning technology strategies with business goals, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer experiences. Skilled in driving digital transformation through the modernization of legacy systems, cloud migration, and the implementation of AI-powered solutions. Experienced in managing diverse, cross-functional teams and partnering with senior stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and delivery within the framework of organizational priorities.

Proven success in managing cross-functional teams of project managers, engineers, and designers, delivering large-scale solutions in both onshore and offshore environments.

Strong expertise in integrating cloud-based solutions and AI-driven analytics to drive innovation and enhance productivity.

Expertise in risk management, project performance standards, and developing operational objectives to deliver successful outcomes.

End-to-end project delivery, Agile & Waterfall methodologies, risk management, cross-functional team leadership.

Cloud migration (Azure, AWS, GCP), microservices architecture, PaaS, SaaS, data engineering.

Business alignment, technology roadmaps, ROI analysis, digital transformation.

Building relationships with senior leadership, stakeholders and vendors for successful project execution.

Mentoring teams, fostering collaboration, performance management, and driving change.

Professional Experience

Kronos Co., Engineering Manager

July 2022 – Dec 2024

Led the digital transformation strategy for a global enterprise, focusing on cloud migration, modernizing legacy systems, and incorporating AI-powered solutions to improve operational efficiency and customer experience. Managed a cross-functional team of engineers and analysts, delivering scalable technology solutions.

Spearheaded the development of scalable cloud-based microservices architecture, driving HR system modernization and cloud migration(Kubernetes, Tanzu) .

Led AI-based solutions for production log monitoring, reducing data processing time by 40% and enhancing productivity.

Architected and developed enterprise applications, enabling seamless integration with modern cloud infrastructure.

Managed vendor relationships and project budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering cost-effective technology solutions.

Aviva Insurance Canada, Senior Manager Development

September 2021 – June 2022

Led a $50MM digital transformation initiative, overseeing the integration of AI tools and transitioning the organization from waterfall to agile methodologies. Focused on optimizing time-to-market and aligning technology solutions with business needs.

Managed the integration of cloud solutions, including Guidewire and centralized access management, improving operational efficiency and customer service.

Partnered with senior executives to define technology roadmaps, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.

Acted as an Agile Coach to guide enterprise-wide transformation from traditional waterfall practices to an agile mindset, fostering collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement.

CIBC, Senior Project Manager

April 2021 – September 2021

Managed the migration of Knowledge Central to Dynamics 365, improving customer experience and reducing system downtime. Led risk mitigation efforts and aligned project goals with business strategies.

Drove project funding and managed the seamless adoption of the new platform, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal user experience.

Acted as Agile Coach, improving team performance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

TD Bank, Senior Manager, Delivery and Partnerships

March 2018 – March 2021

Led the delivery of Commercial and Business Banking, Digital Onboarding programs and loyalty initiatives, optimizing business processes and driving efficiency through automation and AI.

Managed multiple high-profile projects, including Automated Account Monitoring and Commercial Loan Eligibility Models, Credit management and portfolio management.

Achieved productivity increase by leveraging AI and data mining for business process optimization.

Data governance, SQL performance improving, data integration and reporting, ETL.

Worked with internal and external audit teams in multiple projects.

TD Wealth, Senior Manager Delivery

July 2015 – Feb 2018

Designed and implemented loyalty card program to drive customer retention and repeat purchases.

Integrated loyalty card system with POS and CRM platforms for customer tracking and reward redemption.

Analyzed customer data to identify purchasing trends and personalize marketing campaigns.

Managed end-to-end lifecycle of loyalty cards, including issuance, reward structures, and enhancements.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve user experience and increase loyalty card sign-ups.

TD Securities, IT Manager

September 2013 – June 2015

Led a cross-functional team in the migration of legacy applications to modern platforms for Capital Market, Risk Reporting and data governance.

Designed a service orchestration to process data for Risk Reporting, Derivate, VAR.

Designed/Managed the Risk Audit Application, Counterparty Credit Risk Reporting.

Designed Tender Option Bond Reporting, Fixed Income Exposure Terminal Reporting.

TD Bank, Solution Designer

September 2010 – August 2013

Designed on demand foreign exchange processing.

Designed a central data repository (Invest One, Bloomberg, Capstone, Calypso, NY Melon, CIBC Melon).

Education

Master of Business Administration, Baron School of Management, AIU

Master of Science in Computer Engineering (AI and Robotics), IAU

Certifications

Certified Professional Project Manager (PMP)

Enterprise Architect Certification, University of Toronto

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)

Key Skills

Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, AWS, Cloud Migration, Data Engineering, ETL, Microservices, API Design, Microservices, DevOps, CICD, Multi-threading, VMWare, Data Warehousing, BI, Data Governance, AI and Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, SDLC, PDLC, Risk Management, Budgeting, Forecasting, Power BI, Microsoft SQL Server, Tableau, Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Bloomberg, Capstone, Pega, Tanzu, Calypso, Business Central, Excel, SAP, SharePoint, CRM, Dynamics 365, Salesforce, Python, Java, VB.Net, angular, C#, SQL, PostgreSQL, R, NodeJS, React, Golang, Windows, Linux, restful, Swift, oAuth

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