Munawar Ahmed
@munawarahmed
Experienced Data Architect specializing in data strategy and governance.
PakistanWhat I'm looking for
With over 11 years of experience in data management and architecture, I have honed my skills in designing and implementing scalable, secure, and high-performing data systems. My expertise spans across various database technologies including MongoDB, MySQL, Oracle, MS SQL, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL. I am passionate about creating data strategies that drive business growth and ensure data integrity, particularly in sectors like healthcare, telecom, banking, and decentralized finance.
As the Head of Data & BI at YAP, I lead the design and execution of comprehensive data strategies that ensure high data quality and availability across blockchain and DeFi platforms. My role involves managing data governance, architecture, and performance across multiple database systems, while also optimizing database performance through advanced techniques. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with cross-functional teams to communicate complex data concepts clearly and effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of DATA & BI
YAP
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Led the design and execution of a comprehensive data strategy, ensuring high data quality and integrity across blockchain and DeFi platforms. Managed data governance, architecture, and performance across various database systems, including Snowflake, MongoDB, MySQL, Oracle, MS SQL, and PostgreSQL.
Lead Database Engineer
Afiniti
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 11 months)
Optimized database design and queries to enhance performance and assisted stakeholders with complex queries and DDL/DML scripts. Maintained data standards, ensured data security, and led data migrations and ETL processes.
Database Engineer
i2c Inc
May 2017 - Present (8 years 3 months)
Managed 24x7 production support, ensuring high availability and data protection for financial applications and banks. Performed database backups, recovery, configuration of high availability clusters, and performance tuning.
Web and Database Developer
Xeosol Pvt. Ltd
Jul 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)
Developed and maintained web applications and managed database systems. Focused on ensuring data integrity and system functionality for various projects.
Intern
Total Software Services
Jul 2013 - Present (12 years 1 month)
Gained foundational experience in software development and database management. Assisted senior developers with various tasks and learned industry best practices.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UIUniversity of California, Irvine
Certification, Blockchain
2024 - 2025
Completed a certification program in Blockchain, focusing on the foundational concepts and applications of blockchain technology.
N(National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences (FAST)
MS (CS), Computer Science
2014 - 2016
Grade: 3.25/4.00
Pursued a Master of Science in Computer Science. Thesis focused on 'Sentiment Analysis using Meta Level Feature Extraction'.
UPUniversity of the Punjab
Bachelor’s of IT, Information Technology
2010 - 2014
Grade: 3.29/4.00
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology. Gained foundational knowledge in various IT disciplines.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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