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Ali Alkhatteb - Software Engineer & Solutions Architect

I am an End-to-End Systems Engineer with extensive experience in building scalable, cloud-native applications. I specialize in full-stack development, cloud architecture, and creating robust solutions that drive business value. With expertise in multiple programming languages and frameworks, I bring ideas to life through clean, efficient code and innovative problem-solving approaches.

  • Language: English
  • Residence: Canada
  • Status: Open to Work
  • Address: Vancouver, BC
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Applied Engineering Skills
  • RESTful API Design & Development
  • Cloud-Native Applications (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Database Design & Optimization (MSSQL, PostgreSQL)
  • Microservices & Distributed Systems
  • Multi-Tenant SaaS Architecture
  • AI-Driven Applications & Real-Time Data Streaming
  • CI/CD Pipelines & DevOps Practices
  • Secure Coding & Application Hardening
Education
Central Office for Foreign Education - Germany (ZAB) Logo
2002 - 2006
Philadelphia University - Jordan
Bachelor's degree, Computer Information Systems, fully equivalent to a German Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, officially recognized by ZAB (Central Office for Foreign Education in Germany). view
Certifications
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate - Amazon Web Services Certification Badge
2022
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, Amazon Web Services view
Valid for 3 years; demonstrates intermediate-level expertise in designing distributed systems on AWS.
Experience
2025 - Present
Goatzilla.ai, Vancouver, BC — AI Systems Architect
Building the foundation for a modular, AI-powered platform focused on marketing automation and business tools for small to medium-sized companies. Actively prototyping services, defining system architecture, and integrating cloud-native AI technologies with a privacy-first approach.
  • Leading the design and development of a next-generation AI platform with modular, scalable architecture.
  • Driving early-stage product strategy, system integration, and agile implementation across multiple cloud services.
2022 - 2024
Experts Accounting & Tax Consultancy, Dubai, UAE — Lead Developer
Led technical operations for a startup's self-hosted, open-source ERP system, customizing backend features, managing deployments, and ensuring compliance with UAE tax regulations across diverse infrastructure setups.
  • Customized ERP backend using Python to meet evolving tax and reporting requirements.
  • Managed domain/subdomain setups, reverse proxies, and traffic routing via Apache and Nginx.
  • Deployed and maintained multi-tenant ERP instances using Docker on company-owned servers, cloud VPS, and hybrid environments.
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitLab for automated testing and deployments.
  • Conducted basic frontend adjustments (limited React) as needed.
  • Handled bug fixing, system upgrades, and client-specific customizations.
  • Covered operational duties in the absence of senior management, including client communication and team coordination.
2014 - 2022
Different Systems, Amman, Jordan — Senior .NET Developer
I played a pivotal role in the technical leadership and development of a sophisticated, multi-tenant SaaS platform. This application was engineered to address complex business requirements in'international skilled acquisition, leveraging a robust Microsoft tech stack to deliver a highly reliable and scalable solution.
  • Designed and implemented a RESTful API layer using ASP.NET Web API for seamless data exchange across tenants.
  • Engineered and deployed a multi-tenant SaaS platform with isolated SQL Server databases to meet data security and compliance requirements.
  • Built backend logic and dynamic UI components using ASP.NET MVC 5, Knockout.js, and vanilla JavaScript, styled with Metronic theme.
  • Managed schema design and migrations using Entity Framework, supporting smooth updates across hundreds of client databases.
  • Interpreted complex business and regulatory requirements into scalable, compliant feature sets.
  • Optimized performance and ensured high availability for a large user base with minimal downtime.
2011 - 2014
IT Absolute, Kuwait, — .NET Developer
Contributed to a mature, multi-module ERP desktop system built on .NET Framework 2.0 for regional stock market clients, specializing in accounting functionality and transactional data integrity.
  • Developed and maintained WinForms desktop features using VB.NET/C# with ADO.NET.
  • Built and enhanced accounting modules (GL accounts, journals, invoices, customer ledgers).
  • Authored complex SQL stored procedures (T-SQL) for transactional processing and reporting.
  • Ensured data consistency, locking, and transaction safety under high-concurrency scenarios.
  • Designed and debugged financial reports using Crystal Reports (P&L, account statements).
  • Participated in daily dev cycles with tasks assigned based on QA feedback and team lead planning.