Zakaria A.
Vice President Technology
Experience
Vice President Technology
APARAVI Software GmbH
- Lead Presales, R&D, Product, and Engineering for EMEA region – remote/hybrid, multicultural teams of 30+
- Serve as Information Security Officer (ISO), leading ISO 27001 certification efforts and conducting regular security audits
- Implement and maintain comprehensive information security management systems (ISMS) ensuring compliance with GDPR, DORA, and international regulations
- Architect data intelligence, SaaS, and unstructured data solutions using AI, ML, and cloud-native tech
- Drive solution sales initiatives, conduct technical demonstrations and engage with enterprise customers to deliver tailored solutions
- Engaged in hands-on pilots with cutting-edge cloud platforms, Generative AI, and edge computing
- Represent company in major industry forums – regular interface with C-level, customers, and partners
- Delivered proven 35-45% cost/complexity reduction with innovative, automated compliance and privacy frameworks
Solution Design Director
CAST GmbH
- Spearheaded technical presales, demos, and pilots for CAST analytics and modernization tech
- Led solution sales engagements with enterprise clients, translating technical capabilities into business value
- Integrated Atlassian suite and DevOps in enterprise architecture delivery
- Supervised cross-national teams, established scalable presales processes, and enabled partner sales
Lead IT Architect
T-Systems International GmbH
- Defined IoT Cloud design patterns for BMW and Daimler Connected Cars
- Led team implementing secure, scalable platforms for autonomous vehicle data exchange
- Drove cross-division architecture reviews, using SAFe, UML, Spring, DBMS
Senior Software Engineer
OSB AG
- Managed project planning, microservices design, and documentation – BPMN, SOA, UML, Atlassian
- Implemented business-driven software tools and solutions for enterprise clients
Senior Software Engineer
TTE-Europe GmbH
- Developed and deployed Java, J2EE, and OSGi-based solutions for regulatory compliance – Explosives Tracking
- Led full lifecycle engineering – design, implementation, test, and support
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven technology executive recognized as a visionary leader in AI, Cloud, and Data Intelligence. Currently serving as Vice President of Technology EMEA and Information Security Officer at APARAVI, spearheading impactful global and cross-functional teams, driving transformation with innovation-first strategies in AI, cloud, and SaaS platforms.
Exceptionally skilled in orchestrating end-to-end digital transformation, enterprise architecture, solution sales, and solution design, with proven effectiveness engaging C-level executives and managing large-scale, international initiatives. Experienced solution sales professional with a track record of delivering complex technical solutions that drive business value. Blending technical mastery with business acumen, passionate about leveraging latest tech to deliver outstanding value and sustainable growth.
Languages
Education
INSA Lyon
M.A.S. · System Analysis and Design · France
Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Mines de Rabat (ENIM)
M.S. · Computer Science · Morocco
Faculté des Sciences et Techniques de Fès (FST)
B.S. · Computer Science · Morocco
Certifications & licenses
Certified Agile Development and Management
Certified Cloud Computing Design, Implementation and Management
ExperTeach
Certified DevOps Master
EXIN
Certified Network Security and Architecture Technologies
Certified Solution Selling and Opportunity Management
Haufe Akademie
ISO 27001 Professional Certified
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