Joud A.-Solution Architect
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Solution Architect
Crypto Games
- Designed blockchain and AWS architecture
- Integrated ChatGPT for interactive gameplay
- Tools: Laravel, AWS CDK, Concourse, CloudFront, CloudWatch, ECS, Kubernetes, GameLift
Blockchain Architect
DEX
- Built blockchain core and API integration layer
- Developed decentralized exchange on Solana/BNB with native token launcher and custom routing
Technical Lead
CRM / ERP / HRM Systems
- Led architecture and DevOps pipelines across projects
- Gamified CRM, ERP, and HRM platforms built on AWS with integrated AI forecasting
- Tools: Laravel, AWS CDK, CloudFront, CloudWatch, SageMaker, RDS, Lambda
DevOps Engineer
Volkswagen Pon Financial Services
- Designed and optimized AWS-based CI/CD pipelines using Concourse and GitHub Actions
- Automated infrastructure provisioning and monitoring across AWS services (EC2, Lambda, RDS, CloudFront, CloudWatch, ECR)
- Collaborated with developers on deployment automation for financial platforms supporting leasing operations
- Strengthened platform security using IAM, GuardDuty, and CloudTrail
Back-End Developer (Contract)
New Black
- Contributed to cloud infrastructure integration (Azure, Kubernetes) for commerce platform used by Nike and Rituals
Software Developer
VVA Informatisering
- Built full-stack solutions using Node.js, React, Vue.js, and PHP
- Supported clients with cloud deployment and agile project delivery
Solution Architect / Blockchain & Cloud
ZZP / Cregen
- Built scalable blockchain and AWS architectures for start-ups and gaming platforms
- Designed end-to-end DevOps workflows with AWS CDK, Concourse, CloudWatch, CloudFront, and ECS
- Acted as technical lead for multiple SaaS projects integrating blockchain and AI
Industry experience
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Experienced in Information Technology and Banking and Finance.
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Experienced in Information Technology, Product Development, Operations, and Project Management.
Summary
DevOps-oriented cloud engineer and solution architect with a background in blockchain and AI-driven systems. Experienced in building large-scale, cloud-native infrastructures and CI/CD automation for both enterprise and start-up environments. Combines hands-on technical execution with architectural design and leadership experience. Passionate about automating everything — from infrastructure provisioning to deployment pipelines — and about bridging DevOps, AI, and blockchain innovation.
Skills
- Cloud & Devops: Aws (Lambda, Cdk, Cloudformation, Cloudfront, Cloudwatch, Ecs, Rds, S3, Dynamodb), Kubernetes, Docker, Ci/Cd (Concourse, Github Actions, Jenkins)
- Infrastructure As Code: Terraform, Aws Cdk, Ansible
- Languages & Frameworks: Python, Node.Js, Typescript, Laravel, React
- Blockchain: Solana, Bnb, Smart Contracts, Tokenization Architecture
- Monitoring & Security: Datadog, Guardduty, Cloudtrail, Iam, Cloudhealth
- Other: Agile/Scrum, Team Leadership, Solution Architecture
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Education
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam)
Bachelor's Degree in Artificial Intelligence, Minor in Technology, Law & Ethics · Artificial Intelligence · Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Joud is based in Utrecht, Netherlands.
Joud speaks the following languages: Arabic (Native), English (Advanced), Dutch (Advanced), French (Elementary), Russian (Elementary).
Joud has at least 9 years of experience. During this time, Joud has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 3 months. Note that Joud may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Joud would be well-suited for roles such as: Solution Architect, Blockchain Architect, Technical Lead.
Joud's most recent position is Solution Architect at Crypto Games.
In recent years, Joud has worked for Crypto Games, DEX, CRM / ERP / HRM Systems, Volkswagen Pon Financial Services, and New Black.
Joud is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Banking and Finance, and Retail.
Joud is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Operations. Joud also has some experience in Project Management.
Joud has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Banking and Finance, and Retail.
Joud has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Product Development, and Operations.
Joud holds a Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam).
Joud has 5 certificates. Among them, these include: AWS Architect, AWS Cloud Practitioner, and AWS Data Warehouse.
The availability of Joud needs to be confirmed.
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