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HI THERE I'm Huthaifa
Senior Big Data Architect based in Berlin, Germany.

  • 13+ Years of Experience
  • Authorized Training Partner Databricks
  • Certified
      Databricks Data Engineer Associate, Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Cloudera Administrator (CCA131), Professional Scrum Product Owner, Professional Scrum Master
  • Enthusiast AI, LLM, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)

About Me

Experienced Senior Big Data Architect with over 13 years in the IT industry, specializing in designing and implementing scalable, high-performance data solutions. Proficient in Apache Hadoop ecosystem, cloud technologies (AWS, Azure), and data processing frameworks like Apache Spark. Skilled in developing ETL pipelines, real-time streaming solutions, and optimizing data workflows. Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate with extensive experience in Databricks CLI, API, Unity Data Catalog, and Databricks workspaces. Certified Cloudera Administrator and Scrum Master with a strong background in agile methodologies. Recently expanded expertise to include Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI, integrating cutting-edge AI technologies into big data architectures to drive innovation and business value.

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Areas of Specialization

Cloud Solutions Specialist

Wide range of expertise deploying, maintaining, and automating cloud solutions such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker, using modern tools like Puppet and Ansible.

  • Proficient in designing and implementing solutions on Microsoft Azure and AWS cloud platforms.
  • Experience in container orchestration using Kubernetes for scalable and reliable applications.
  • Skilled in containerization with Docker, ensuring consistency across different environments.
  • Expertise in automation tools such as Puppet and Ansible, Terraform for efficient cloud infrastructure management.
  • Deep understanding of cloud-native architectures and best practices for optimal performance.
  • Knowledgeable in implementing and optimizing solutions for cost-effectiveness on cloud platforms.

IoT/Big Data Specialist

Leveraging new and emerging practices for Enterprise Data Management utilizing Hadoop and Software-based Platforms, all while ensuring excellent practices are utilized in delivering Big Data Management and Integration Solutions.

  • Expertise in designing and implementing Enterprise Data Management solutions using Hadoop.
  • Deep knowledge of the Hadoop ecosystem, including HBase, Hive, and Spark for Big Data processing.
  • Experience in developing and deploying scalable IoT streaming applications.
  • Proficient in utilizing Kafka for building reliable and real-time data streaming pipelines.
  • Skilled in designing and implementing software-based platforms for Big Data integration.
  • Knowledgeable in ensuring best practices for data management and integration in Big Data projects.

Cross-Platform Developer

Utilizing the right tools to present high-quality solutions that fit client needs and reach a wide range of audiences on different devices.

  • Expertise in developing cross-platform applications for a seamless user experience.
  • Proficient in using modern tools such as Xamarin or React Native for cross-platform development.
  • Experience in designing and implementing responsive web applications for various devices.
  • Skilled in optimizing user interfaces for performance and compatibility across platforms.
  • Knowledgeable in choosing the right technology stack to meet client needs and ensure wide audience reach.
  • Experience with mobile app development for both iOS and Android platforms.

User Experience Specialist

With a great focus on user interaction to ensure the best quality software, improving performance, increasing exposure, and improving credibility.

  • Expertise in user-centric design principles to enhance software usability and overall user experience.
  • Proficient in conducting user research, usability testing, and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
  • Experience in creating wireframes, prototypes, and design mockups for user interfaces.
  • Skilled in optimizing software performance to ensure a seamless and responsive user experience.
  • Knowledgeable in implementing design patterns and best practices for improving credibility and user trust.
  • Experience in collaborating with development teams to integrate user feedback and improve software design.

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Ultra Tendency, Germany

Berlin Territory Manager & Senior Lead Big Data Developer

Ultra Tendency is an international System Integrator and consultancy dedicated to Big Data, Microservices, Streaming, and Cloud Computing. As a Territory Manager and Senior Lead Big Data Developer, I am responsible for development, implementation, design solutions, architecture review, product management, pre-sales, and technical leadership. I leverage new and emerging practices for Enterprise Data Management utilizing Hadoop and Software-based Platforms, ensuring excellent practices in delivering Big Data Management and Integration Solutions.

  • Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction across all engaged clients.
  • Implemented multiple large migration and new data systems deployments end-to-end.
  • Deployed a new streamlined event-based near-realtime Engineering stack.
  • Delivered multiple revenue-impacting projects, addressing numerous data quality issues.
  • Designed, implemented, and deployed patent-able ML technologies into production at scale.
  • Established and maintained an engineering culture with Agile foundations.
  • Enhanced and improved database access and caching performance.
  • Achieved internal goals of restructuring matrix organization and launched operations in a new geo from scratch.
July 2011 - Aug 2017

Earthlink Telecommunications

Research and Development Manager

Earthlink Telecommunications is the largest Internet Service Provider in Iraq. As the Research and Development Manager, I was responsible for software development, solution design, architecture review, market analysis, risk assessment & stakeholder management, recruiting, coaching, technical leadership, reporting, documentation, and presales. I improved and renovated research and development programs to meet organizational needs and to capitalize on potential new products.

  • Extensive expertise in software development, solution design, architecture review, market analysis, risk assessment & stakeholder management, recruiting, coaching, technical leadership, reporting, documentation, and presales.
  • Improved and renovated research and development programs to meet organizational needs and capitalize on potential new products.
  • Assisted senior management and internal clients in understanding the results and implications of research and development initiatives.
  • Selected, supervised, trained, and directed the work of Research and Development staff.
  • Introduced and embraced the open-source culture by encouraging the use of open-source software and successfully migrating critical solutions to open source alternatives (OpenStack / Ceph).
  • Achieved a remarkable increase of over 150% in employee engagement within a year by providing a competitive environment.
  • Enhanced the project management process by integrating CI/CD tools to achieve efficient, well-written solutions (Rundeck, Redmine, Gitlab).
  • Renovated most of the company's VAS services, leading to a 50% increase in engagement, and led third-party solution development by advertising company products and coordinating with clients for maximum satisfaction.

Certifications

Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate

Issued: April 5, 2024 - April 5, 2026

The Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate certification exam assesses an individual's ability to use the Databricks Lakehouse Platform to complete introductory data engineering tasks. This includes an understanding of the Lakehouse Platform and its workspace, its architecture, and its capabilities. It also assesses the ability to perform multi-hop architecture ETL tasks using Apache Spark™ SQL and Python in both batch and incrementally processed paradigms. Finally, the exam assesses the tester's ability to put basic ETL pipelines and Databricks SQL queries and dashboards into production while maintaining entity permissions. Individuals who pass this certification exam can be expected to complete basic data engineering tasks using Databricks and its associated tools.

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Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Date granted: Mar 2022

Technologies used: An Azure solutions architect partners with developers, administrators, and other roles responsible for implementing solutions on Azure. A candidate for this certification should have advanced experience and knowledge of IT operations, including networking, virtualization, identity, security, business continuity, disaster recovery, data platforms, and governance.

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Professional Scrum Product Owner I

Issued: No Expiry - 2021

Indicates proficiency in the Scrum framework as a Product Owner. This certification is from Scrum.org.

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Professional Scrum Master I

Issued: No Expiry - 2021

Demonstrates competence in the role of a Scrum Master within the Scrum framework. Also from Scrum.org.

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Zertifikat Deutsch / telc Deutsch B1

Issued: No Expiry - 2020

Certifies your proficiency in the German language at the B1 level. This is issued by telc gGmbH.

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CCA Cloudera Administrator

Date granted: January 07, 2019

Technologies used: A CCA Administrator certification has demonstrated the core systems and cluster administrator skills sought by companies and organizations deploying Cloudera in the enterprise.

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Earthlink Management Essential Program

Issued: Mar 2017 - No Expiration Date

Completed in 2017, this program, issued by BE Developing People, focuses on management essentials within Earthlink.

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