Syed Irtaza Hussain
@syedirtazahussain
Seasoned CTO and engineering leader delivering scalable AI-driven enterprise solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a technology executive with 20+ years designing, developing, and managing digital products used by millions, specializing in AI, cloud, blockchain, and large-data architectures. I lead high-performing engineering teams, drive product roadmaps, enforce security and regulatory compliance, and execute strategic technical transformations that deliver measurable business impact.
My track record includes modernising payment platforms, architecting microservices and Kubernetes deployments, integrating AI/ML for automation and personalization, and preparing start-ups for acquisition readiness. I combine hands-on engineering with strategic leadership to optimise delivery, cut operational timeframes dramatically, and unlock new revenue and scalability opportunities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Delivered secure, cloud-native and serverless architectures for payment platform modernisation in a regulated banking environment, leading full-stack development and mentoring cross-regional engineers.
Chief Technology Officer
Probate Consultants
Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)
Led technology strategy and automation initiatives that increased data compilation efficiency by 400%, integrated AI for operations, and introduced blockchain NFT solutions for asset management.
Chief Technology Officer
Cardinal Health
Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)
Managed end-to-end software development and compliance for healthcare solutions, achieved FHIR/HIPAA/HITECH adherence, implemented Kubernetes deployments, and integrated an AI search engine to improve user experience.
Chief Technology Officer
ScalaMed
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Directed architecture validation and a major codebase refactor, implemented microservices and processes to improve scalability and position the company for acquisition readiness.
Chief Technology Officer
PlayTravel
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Scaled web applications and led a 35-member cross-regional team, driving SaaS product enhancements that contributed to a 400% increase in revenue and implemented data warehouse automation.
Chief Technology Officer
LayAwayTravel
Jan 2017 - Jan 2020 (3 years)
Led development of booking and inventory systems and a website v2.0 that drove an 800% revenue surge, managed a 15-member team and a $2M IT budget, and completed PCI compliance for acquisition readiness.
Solutions Architect
Ixonn Group
Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)
Delivered contract solutions for an agency startup, defining use cases and architectures for web application services and overseeing implementation.
Business Applications Supervisor
Emirates Future
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)
Led software development lifecycle and specifications for web services, improving delivery speed and reducing post-deployment bugs by 30% through process and code quality improvements.
Chief Technology Officer
Wesley International
Jan 2012 - Jan 2015 (3 years)
Directed enterprise technology strategy and implemented an ERP (Sage) and information security plan to protect data confidentiality, integrity, and availability across the organisation.
Software Developer
JCDecaux
Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years)
Developed web-based solutions for outdoor advertising operations, contributing to projects for a global company and improving software reliability and feature delivery.
Lead Software Developer
FlashedCoder
Jan 2008 - Jan 2010 (2 years)
Led development teams at an agency, overseeing project delivery, code quality, and client-facing software solutions across multiple web projects.
Software Developer
PakCyber
Jan 2000 - Jan 2008 (8 years)
Built and maintained agency web projects over eight years, contributing to front-end and back-end development and long-term client engagements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Project Management Institute (PMP)
Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management
Awarded Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in 2017.
ICCP
ICCP Certified, Information Technology Certification
Obtained ICCP certification in 2015.
American InterContinental University
Bachelor of Information Technology, Software Analysis & Development
Completed a Bachelor of Information Technology with a focus on Software Analysis & Development, awarded in 2015.
Unknown Issuer
ASP.net & Web Design Concepts Certified, Web Development
2005 - 2006
Completed ASP.net & Web Design Concepts certification between 2005 and 2006.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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