Ahmed Afify
@ahmedafify
Accomplished Engineering Manager with expertise in software development.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Engineering Manager with over 7 years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying complex software applications. My expertise lies in leading high-performing teams and projects using agile methodologies, ensuring optimal solutions for diverse client requirements. I am passionate about mentoring and fostering team growth through individual development, which has consistently resulted in improved project outcomes and enhanced team dynamics.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed engineering teams across various locations, including Dubai, Cairo, and Manchester. My leadership at Mantaray Digital Solutions has fostered a culture of innovation and excellence, while my previous roles have seen significant improvements in customer satisfaction and reductions in software development costs. I have a proven track record of delivering projects that exceed client expectations, resulting in repeat business and positive word-of-mouth recommendations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Engineering Manager
Mantaray Digital Solutions
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
As Engineering Manager, I directed a high-performing engineering team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. I evaluated and adopted various technologies to ensure optimal solutions for complex client requirements and implemented agile practices for streamlined workflows.
Lead Software Engineer
Foresight Mobile
Nov 2020 - Feb 2023 (2 years 3 months)
Led multiple projects using diverse tech stacks, managing teams of various sizes to ensure successful project completion. Consistently delivered projects that exceeded client expectations, resulting in repeat business.
Engineering Manager
Zyda
Mar 2023 - Jan 2023 (-1 years 10 months)
Managed a mobile engineering team, mentoring junior software engineers and achieving a 15% reduction in software development costs through agile methodologies. Improved customer satisfaction levels by 25% through an app overhaul project.
Lead Software Engineer
Webops
Apr 2020 - Nov 2020 (7 months)
Led and trained the mobile development team, overseeing all project aspects from design to deployment. Acted as a technical point of contact for clients and developed detailed development plans for the team.
Software Engineer
The Hut Group
Sep 2018 - Sep 2019 (1 year)
Part of the native mobile app development team, I developed a custom application framework that streamlined the development process, successfully launching over 20 applications with over 3M downloads.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University College London
Masters of Computer Science, Computer Science
2017 - 2018
Graduated with Distinction in the top 10% of the cohort. Worked with Microsoft and Great Ormond Street Children Hospital for the masters thesis, to create a system that improves patient's comfort during long hospital stays.
The University of Sheffield
Bachelors of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering
2013 - 2017
Graduated with a First-Class Honors degree, in the top 10% of the cohort. Created a Home Automation System as the graduation project.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
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