Ahmad F.

Ahmad F.

Data Engineer

United Kingdom
Trusted member since 2025
4 years of experience

Originally transitioning from civil engineering, he has built deep expertise in cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS, specializing in large-scale data pipelines using Databricks, PySpark, Snowflake, and SQL Server.

One of his most notable achievements was leading the development of a financial benchmarking dataset that delivered critical insights for investors and investment managers, showcasing his ability to create high-impact, data-driven solutions.

Ahmad holds the Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate credential and an MSc in Construction and Project Management, combining technical expertise with analytical and project leadership skills to drive value from data.

Main expertise

PythonPython4 years
AWSAWS2 years
Data Modeling4 years
Azure Data FactoryAzure Data Factory4 years
20+

Experience5

Data Engineer

Smart Perception
Information Technology (IT) and Services
Jul 2024 · 1y 9m

Responsibilities:

  • Participated in setting up data pipelines from on-premises SQL Server to Snowflake, and collaborated in Agile practices such as backlog refinement and sprint planning.
  • Contributed to the development of a Python Flask web application for uploading and scraping data from CSVs and spreadsheets.
  • Developed and optimized large-scale data pipelines using Databricks and PySpark, managing complex ETL processes and big data workflows.

Results:

  • Migrated critical data using S3 buckets and dbt, improving data accessibility and system performance.
  • Delivered high-performance, scalable ETL solutions with advanced transformations and performance tuning.
  • Aligned technical implementations with business objectives through proactive requirement discussions and effective team collaboration.
AWSAWS
DatabricksDatabricks
Apache SparkApache Spark
FlaskFlask
AWS S3AWS S3
18+
Floww

Data Engineer

Floww
Financial Technology (FinTech)
Oct 2022 - Jun 2024 · 1y 8m

Responsibilities:

  • Built a comprehensive Data Platform on Azure by conducting requirement-gathering sessions with various business stakeholders to support reporting and operational needs.
  • Managed numerous DataOps tasks, including developing CI/CD pipelines, provisioning resources, configuring Kubernetes clusters, ingesting data, and creating scalable ETL workflows.
  • Employed orchestration tools for system-to-system data transfers, maintained data models, developed Power BI dashboards, and mentored junior team members.

Results:

  • Deployed robust cloud-based solutions that enhanced reporting capabilities and streamlined operational processes.
  • Achieved seamless data integration and efficient transfers through optimized pipelines and effective orchestration strategies.
  • Delivered actionable insights via Power BI dashboards and financial benchmarks, driving better investor decision-making and team growth.
DockerDocker
PostgreSQLPostgreSQL
FlaskFlask
MSSQLMSSQL
T-SQLT-SQL
32+
Accenture

Data Engineer

Accenture
Information Technology (IT) and Services
Jan 2022 - Sep 2022 · 8m

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborated with a team of 10 to build a robust data warehouse for a global retail client, using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform to establish foundational data and analytics capabilities.
  • Applied DevOps practices to automate and version-control cloud resource creation, developed Python scripts with unit tests for data extraction and loading, and utilized Azure Databricks with PySpark for complex data processing.
  • Assisted in constructing dbt queries for Snowflake transformations, built migration pipelines from Salesforce to Azure using various Azure services, and provided strategic consulting on tooling and platform management.

Results:

  • Delivered a scalable data warehouse solution that enhanced data integration and analytics capabilities for a global retail enterprise.
  • Streamlined development workflows through automated DevOps pipelines, reducing deployment time and improving system reliability.
  • Advised on cloud strategy and tooling optimization, ensuring high performance, scalability, and efficient resource utilization across client projects.
AWSAWS
DatabricksDatabricks
Apache SparkApache Spark
T-SQLT-SQL
PythonPython
19+
DrDoctor

Data Engineer

DrDoctor
Healthcare
Oct 2021 - Jan 2022 · 3m

Responsibilities:

  • Maintained extensive data pipelines for a data warehouse using Azure Data Factory and SQL stored procedures, ensuring seamless data flow and accurate transformations.
  • Contributed to the development of a Machine Learning model by utilizing Azure Machine Learning Service and Python scripts to build and automate ML pipelines.

Results:

  • Achieved reliable and efficient data integration and transformation processes, strengthening the overall data infrastructure.
  • Automated ML pipeline workflows, accelerating model development and deployment and improving predictive analytics capabilities for healthcare insights.
MSSQLMSSQL
T-SQLT-SQL
PythonPython
SQLSQL
AzureAzure
6+
Ishango

Data Engineer

Ishango
Construction
Oct 2020 - Sep 2021 · 11m

Responsibilities:

  • Developed both simple and advanced data integrations for large-scale construction projects and intra-company programs using various cloud services and programming languages on the Azure platform.
  • Created data warehouses, orchestrated workflows with Azure Data Factory, Logic Apps, and Function Apps, and utilized Python packages such as Pandas for ETL processes.
  • Built Power BI reports using advanced DAX functions and custom visuals to deliver insightful project analytics.

Results:

  • Streamlined complex data processes and integrations, enhancing data storage, reporting efficiency, and operational performance.
  • Improved data accuracy and accessibility, enabling data-driven decision-making through comprehensive Power BI dashboards.
  • Delivered scalable and cost-effective cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure, ensuring consistent performance across multiple enterprise projects.
MSSQLMSSQL
T-SQLT-SQL
PythonPython
SQLSQL
AzureAzure
10+

Assessments

Engineering excellence

Ahmad’s overall performance in a 90-minute live technical assessment ranks in the top 10% of vetted Data Engineers at Proxify.

Certificates 1

Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer AssociateMicrosoft Azure

Issued Feb 2022
Credential ID 11CE0B8BC98FD537

Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer AssociateMicrosoft Azure

Issued Feb 2022
Credential ID 11CE0B8BC98FD537

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Education

Queen's University Belfast
Queen's University Belfast
Construction Project Management2019 - 2021
University of Manchester
University of Manchester
Civil Engineering2015 - 2018

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