Azlan TahirSenior Manager Enterprise ArchitectureEnterprise Architecture • Cloud Migration • Digital Transformation
Hi, I'm a seasoned Enterprise Architect, DevOps expert, and Fractional CTO who helps startups and businesses bring their tech visions to life — fast, smart, and scalable.
I specialize in building MVPs, architecting robust cloud infrastructure, and leading cross-functional teams to success. Whether you need to validate a product idea, scale your backend, or optimize your DevOps pipelines, I've got the hands-on skills and leadership to get it done.
With deep expertise in Node.js, Python, and modern cloud ecosystems (AWS, GCP, Azure), I can jump in wherever needed — from strategy and architecture to code and deployment.
Professional Services
Transform your business with expert enterprise architecture, cloud solutions, and technology leadership services tailored to your needs.
ViBe Code Rescue
Emergency code rescue and rapid problem-solving services for critical system failures and urgent technical challenges.
- ✓Emergency system recovery and debugging
- ✓Critical bug fixes and hotfixes
- ✓Performance issue resolution
Penetration Testing & Security Assessment
Comprehensive security testing for applications, websites, infrastructure, and network systems to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen defenses.
- ✓Web application penetration testing
- ✓Mobile application security testing (iOS/Android)
- ✓Network infrastructure security assessment
Enterprise Architecture Consulting
Strategic technology roadmaps, architecture frameworks, and digital transformation guidance for enterprises.
- ✓Enterprise architecture framework design
- ✓Technology roadmap and strategy development
- ✓Legacy system modernization planning
Technical Expertise & Core Skills
Deep technical capabilities and leadership skills that drive successful digital transformation
Enterprise Architecture
Cloud & Infrastructure
API & Integration
Security
Financial Technology
Certifications
Leadership & Management
Technical Expertise & Strengths
Specialized skills and technical capabilities
Core Platforms & Administration
- IBM API ConnectAdministration, Development, and Configuration
- CloudflareAdministration, Configuration, Security Hardening, and High-Traffic Optimization
- FortiWeb WAFConfiguration, Optimization, and Incident Analysis
- Citrix ADC (NetScaler)Load Balancer Administration, Security, and Traffic Management
- AWS Services
- Connect: Deployment, Configuration, and Administration
- Lambda: Event-driven Backend Development
- DevOps: CI/CD Automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and Monitoring
Development & Engineering
- MERN Stack Development(MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js)
- Backend EngineeringNode.js, Express, and RESTful API Development
- Migrationof Legacy Frameworks to Modern Cloud-Native Architectures
- Performance Optimization & TuningServer, Network, and Application Layers
- Load & Stress Testing
- Web, API, and Backend Systems up to 1–2 Million Concurrent Users
- High-traffic platforms including Kingsalmangate.com and ruaalharam.com
- Mobile Application Stress Testing for iOS & Android (Real Devices and Device Farms)
- Multi-channel testing across Web, App, and API ecosystems
- Cloudflare integration and optimization for high-traffic websites
Architecture & Consulting
- Enterprise Architecture & Solution ConsultingScalable and Secure Design Blueprints
- Digital Transformation StrategyRoadmap Development and Implementation Planning
- Technology Stack EvaluationVendor Assessment and Selection
Security & Compliance
- Security Architecture DesignZero Trust Models and Defense-in-Depth Strategies
- Compliance FrameworksPCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and GDPR Implementation
- Penetration Testing & Vulnerability AssessmentIdentification and Remediation
Key Projects & Achievements
Delivering innovative solutions with measurable business impact
Kingsalmangate & Ruaalharam - High Traffic Web Platform
Confidential
Oct 2025 - Oct 2025
Successfully completed comprehensive load testing, technology optimization, security hardening, and hardware specification recommendations for high-traffic websites. Conducted stress testing for millions of concurrent users and provided architectural consultation for optimal performance under extreme load conditions.
1LINK Business Intelligence Platform
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Jan 2024 - Present
Leading the development of comprehensive business intelligence platform for Pakistan's national payment switch, providing real-time analytics and insights for financial institutions.
Trust Decision
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Dec 2023 - Present
Device Fingerprinting, Fraud Monitoring, KYC++, a competitive pricing model, and a star-studded client portfolio. By infusing 1LINK's infrastructure with TrustDecision's AI-driven decision engine, we are strengthening protection against various types of fraudulent activities. TrustDecision's advanced algorithms analyze vast amounts of transactional, identity, and behavioral data in real time, enabling rapid detection and mitigation of fraudulent behaviors. All of this is done in a fully compliant and secure environment.
RECaaS - Reconciliation as a Service
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Jan 2023 - Present
Developed and implemented Reconciliation as a Service platform to automate and streamline financial reconciliation processes for multiple financial institutions.
1GO Raast P2M
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Feb 2023 - May 2024
1GO Raast P2M aims to transform the landscape of interoperable Person to Merchant (P2M) payment services. 1LINK takes pride in this strategic technology partnership with PaySys Labs and in the collaboration of Raast, which has been possible through the unwavering support of SBP. 1GO Raast P2M service offers a seamless, secure, and efficient solution through Mobile App for settling transactions instantly & transparently, eliminating the need for cash, cards, or any other payment mode. The service will support a wide range of use cases for proximity, biller, e-commerce, and m-commerce digital payments.
IBM API Connect v10
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Apr 2022 - Dec 2023
Implementation and configuration of IBM API Connect v10 for enterprise API management, security, and integration with legacy systems.
AWS Lambda Migration - 75% Cost Reduction
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Aug 2022 - Nov 2022
Shifted servers to AWS Lambda serverless architecture implementing pay-per-execution model. This transformation saved 75% cost on running servers by charging only when executed.
Data Warehouse on AWS Redshift
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Jun 2022 - Jul 2022
Built comprehensive data warehouse on AWS Redshift with ETL pipelines for unstructured data, configured AWS DMS for RDS replication, and implemented Lambda triggers for data processing.
Professional Experience
A track record of success in enterprise architecture and digital transformation
Senior Manager Enterprise Architecture
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Leading enterprise architecture framework development and strategic technology initiatives for Pakistan's national payment system infrastructure.
Key Achievements:
- Develop and maintain the enterprise architecture framework, principles, and standards
- Lead a team of architects and provide guidance on architectural decisions and best practices
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into architectural solutions
- Assess current IT systems and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization
- Define and communicate the long-term strategic vision for the organization's technology architecture
- Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to identify potential opportunities and risks
- Drive the adoption of cloud technologies and modern architectural approaches
- Provide thought leadership on enterprise architecture and promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation
Manager Enterprise Architecture
1LINK (Pvt) Limited
Managed enterprise architecture initiatives and technology solutions for national payment infrastructure.
Key Achievements:
- Led enterprise architecture design and implementation projects
- Managed billing systems and web application firewalls
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams for technology delivery
- Established architectural governance and compliance standards
Senior Business Analyst
TPS Worldwide
Analyzed business requirements and designed technical solutions for payment systems and financial technology platforms.
Key Achievements:
- Provided technical subject matter expertise for payment solutions
- Developed workable solutions for complex business requirements
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope and deliverables
- Facilitated requirements gathering and solution design sessions
Sr. Functional Expert Digital Payments & FS Operations
Telenor Microfinance Bank Limited
Led digital payments and financial services operations with focus on technical excellence and operational efficiency.
Key Achievements:
- Provided technical subject matter expertise for digital payment solutions
- Developed and implemented workable solutions for financial services operations
- Managed end-to-end digital payment processes and integrations
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
Manager Core Banking Middleware, channels and IR
Telenor Microfinance Bank Limited
Managed core banking middleware, payment channels, and integration requirements for digital banking platform.
Key Achievements:
- ATM, POS, and Branchless channel integrations
- SBP and 1LINK compliance handling
- Core Banking Solutions, Planning, and improvements
- Revamping of applications and system modernization
- Provided guidance to junior team members for successful task delivery
- Drove adoption and execution of Agile methods and sprint working
- Conducted vendor evaluations and technology assessments
- Implemented online/offline billers integration
- Performed stress testing for applications to ensure committed performance
Assistant Manager IT
Faysal Bank Limited
Responsible for end-to-end system integration and delivery channel operations for banking services.
Key Achievements:
- Solely responsible for end-to-end system integration
- Ensured successful operation of all delivery channels
- Maintained satisfactory customer-level services
- Regularly reported progress to Senior Management and stakeholders
- Managed vendor relationships and negotiations
- Facilitated design sessions with implementation teams to define solutions
Business Analyst and Solution Architect
Access Group
Analyzed business requirements and designed technical solutions for enterprise applications.
Key Achievements:
- Consulted with users to identify, analyze, refine and document business requirements
- Wrote functional requirement specifications and technical documentation
- Developed and coordinated plans to test business and functional processes
- Analyzed relationships between business functions and systems
- Conducted feasibility and risk analysis for business-critical applications
- Gathered requirements through various elicitation techniques
- Provided pre-sales demos and solution presentations
Application and Deployment Engineer
Access Group
Managed application deployment, system integration, and production environment operations.
Key Achievements:
- End-to-end system integration and automation
- Maintained and set up Staging, QA, UAT, and Production environments
- Provided and managed L2 support for critical applications
- Managed application security, backup, UAT, and SOP documentation
- Deployed patches in UAT and Production environments
- Maintained Fundamo (EE), IRIS, UBPS, Payment Gateway, and PCMS applications
- Managed client relationships and vendor coordination
- Conducted vulnerability testing and security assessments
- Prepared incident reports and managed disaster recovery procedures
Client Testimonials
What clients and colleagues say about working with me
Sharp, intelligent, technical go getter - Azlan's encapsulating grasp of things makes him a great asset not just for Tech details to be independently taken care of but more importantly, for smooth onward communication for Business to make sense of what might otherwise appear to be French. In my interactions across a varying multitude of clients over the years, I rate Azlan's capability, knowledge and skill level in my personal Top 10. Azlan will always be a positive contributor to anything he takes on.
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About Me
Strategic technology leader driving digital transformation
Seasoned Enterprise Architecture and Solution Design professional with over 10 years of experience transforming complex business challenges into scalable technology solutions. Currently leading strategic initiatives at Pakistan's national payment system infrastructure, impacting millions of users across 40+ financial institutions.
Proven Results
40% improvement in transaction processing speed, 25% reduction in system downtime, 35% cost savings through cloud migration
Team Leadership
Led cross-functional teams of 60+ architects and developers, improving delivery timelines by 30% through agile methodologies
Certified Expert
AWS Solutions Architect, IBM API Connect, Kubernetes Administrator, Certified Scrum Master
Strategic Initiatives
Successfully delivered 20+ enterprise-level projects for financial institutions, including real-time payment systems and fraud detection