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Hameed is a seasoned IT leader with over 16+ years of dynamic experience across the BFSI, FinTech, and retail sectors. His career reflects a strong passion for software innovation and an exceptional ability to translate visionary ideas into practical solutions that drive organizational success.

Experience

Chief Product Officer / Head, Product Development

Finch Innovate
Oct 2024 - Present · Kochi, Kerala, India

As the Head of Product Development, Hameed drives the strategic vision for innovative compliance and payment solutions, overseeing multiple teams and product verticals.

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Transformative Leadership: Leading high-performing, cross-functional teams to exceed expectations.

Strategic Vision & Planning: Crafting forward-thinking strategic plans for growth and innovation.

AI-Driven Innovation: Spearheading the integration of AI technologies into compliance and risk management.

Regulatory Compliance: Championing robust compliance frameworks and industry best practices.

Strategic Stakeholder Engagement: Communicating product vision to senior leadership.

Solutions Manager

Cinque Technologies
Jun 2023 - Present · UAE (Remote)

Spearheaded the creation and evolution of innovative payment solutions using market analysis and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities
  • Future Strategy: Developed strategic plans based on market analysis and customer pain points.
  • Product Design & Architecture: Led design of new payment products aligned with business objectives.
  • Team Management: Built teams to execute product development projects effectively.
  • Product Execution: Oversaw end-to-end development implementing agile methodologies.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Acted as liaison between product teams and senior leadership.

Software Development Manager

Cinque Technologies
Sep 2020 - May 2023 · Dubai, UAE

Managed multiple teams of full-stack .NET developers, fostering innovation and driving exceptional project outcomes.

Responsibilities
  • Product Innovation: Led development of new products and tailored solutions.
  • Client Satisfaction: Delivered enterprise-level projects across GCC countries.
  • Strategic Alignment: Conducted scrum meetings ensuring project timelines were met.
  • Quality Assurance: Maintained code quality and enforced development policies.
  • Mentoring: Guided technical leads and team members in acquiring new skills.

Tech Lead (IT) New Initiatives

Cinque Technologies
Sep 2019 - Sep 2020 · Dubai

Steered a dynamic group of full-stack .NET developers, introducing and supporting new organizational products.

Key Responsibilities
  • Team Leadership: Led medium-sized team delivering cutting-edge products.
  • Product Core Development: Spearheaded core functionalities using .NET technologies.
  • Web Services Innovation: Pioneered REST web services for digital channels.
  • Client-Centric Delivery: Oversaw delivery to client infrastructures managing releases.

Tech Lead (IT) Client Relations

Cinque Technologies
Oct 2017 - Sep 2019 · Dubai

Championed the support and enhancement of existing products, managing a team of 7+ full-stack developers.

Responsibilities
  • Core Module Development: Enhanced core functionalities and reports.
  • End-to-End Support: Provided comprehensive support resulting in client satisfaction.
  • Innovation & R&D: Pioneered reusable solutions integrated into company tools.
  • In-House Solutions: Developed software to streamline company policies.

Team Lead & Computer Programmer

Cinque Technologies
Mar 2011 - Oct 2017 · Dubai

Contributed to requirements and technical specifications, bridging business and technology.

Highlights
  • Diverse Expertise: Money Exchange, Finance, Trade, HRM, Real Estate.
  • Database Management: Managed SQL server installation, replication, and linked servers.
  • Performance Optimization: Identified bottlenecks and rectified them.
  • Global Remote Support: Provided real-time support to international clients.

VB6 & SQL Developer

Repute InfoTech & Enterprises Ltd
Feb 2009 - Dec 2010 · Chennai

Crafting software solutions using VB6 and SQL.

Education

College

Jamal Mohammed College, Trichirapalli

Bachelor's in Computer Science
2006 - 2009

Skills

Product Leadership Artificial Intelligence (AI) Machine Learning Strategic Planning Team Leadership Software Development SQL & NoSQL Feature Engineering Cloud Architecture Agile Methodologies