About
Highly accomplished Director of Innovation and AWS Architect with over two decades of experience in strategic cloud platform optimization, large-scale system architecture, and technical leadership. Proven track record in driving innovation, enhancing platform performance for high-traffic applications (700M+ hits/month, zero downtime), and leading complex technical integrations and transformations. Adept at building and scaling international development teams, defining long-term technical roadmaps, and delivering cutting-edge solutions across diverse industries, including mobility, SaaS, and business intelligence.
Work
Lille, France, France
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Summary
Directed innovation strategy and managed production platform performance, serving as an AWS expert and technical authority within the executive committee.
Highlights
Managed a high-performance production platform processing over 700 million hits per month with zero downtime, ensuring continuous availability and reliability.
Led the architectural transformation of the platform to an event-driven and serverless solution, leveraging AWS EventBridge and Lambda for enhanced scalability and efficiency.
Defined 6, 12, and 24-month technical evolution roadmaps, integrating advanced technologies like chatbots, Alexa, AI for fraud detection, and blockchain for business travel.
Spearheaded the creation of a new service range and proposed innovative pricing models, driving business growth and market differentiation.
Lille, France, France
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Summary
Oversaw the technical and operational integration of the SnapCar/LeCab merger, ensuring timely delivery and quality of the unified platform.
Highlights
Successfully led the technical and operational merger of SnapCar and LeCab, delivering the integrated platform on schedule and within quality standards.
Re-engaged and optimized a 10-developer team, fostering productivity and collaboration during the post-merger integration phase.
Implemented robust CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodeStar, significantly improving development workflows and deployment efficiency.
Managed development efforts in close collaboration with Product and QA leads via JIRA, ensuring alignment with business objectives and quality assurance.
Lille, France, France
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Summary
Directed the development of core technology products including the Android driver app, React webapp for managers, and real-time supervision tools.
Highlights
Developed and launched the Android driver application, a React web application for managers, and a real-time supervision tool, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.
Integrated innovative services, including a J+1 driver payment system via Revolut, streamlining financial processes and improving driver satisfaction.
Defined and executed the technology merger plan following LeCab's acquisition by SnapCar, ensuring a seamless integration of diverse tech stacks.
Managed project planning and execution, ensuring timely delivery of essential tools for optimal business operations and growth.
Lille, France, France
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Summary
Led research and development for cloud platforms, focusing on building an IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS marketplace for Managed Service Providers (MSPs).
Highlights
Designed and implemented a comprehensive IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS marketplace for MSPs, expanding product offerings and market reach.
Evangelized cloud technologies internally, fostering adoption and understanding of cloud solutions across the organization.
Structured and scaled the development team to 13 developers across 4 countries and 2 continents, enhancing global R&D capabilities.
Managed agile development cycles, including planning and monitoring, to ensure rapid and efficient delivery of cloud platform enhancements.
Lille, France, France
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Founded and directed a business intelligence consulting firm, leading client acquisition, commercial relations, and growth strategy.
Highlights
Established and grew a business intelligence consulting firm, successfully acquiring and retaining a diverse client portfolio.
Developed and executed commercial strategies to secure new prospects and foster strong client relationships.
Drove the company's growth strategy, identifying market opportunities and expanding service offerings in the BI sector.
Delivered high-value consulting missions, ensuring 100% client engagement and satisfaction through dedicated project execution.
Lille, France, France
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Summary
Designed and implemented large-scale Business Intelligence infrastructures, integrating MicroStrategy into client environments and applications.
Highlights
Led the study and implementation of large-scale BI infrastructures, seamlessly integrating MicroStrategy into complex client environments.
Gathered business requirements and defined functional specifications for key business indicators, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Implemented data warehousing, data feeding, and reporting solutions, providing critical insights for informed decision-making.
Recognized with 3 distinctions and as the sole specialist in MicroStrategy SDK integration in Europe, demonstrating unparalleled expertise; also served as a corporate trainer.
Languages
Dutch
Basic
French
Native
English
Fluent
German
Conversational
Certificates
Skills
Cloud Computing
AWS, GCP, Docker, AWS ECS, Serverless, AWS EventBridge, AWS Lambda, AWS CodeStar, VPC, EC2, ALB, RDS, Elasticache, Amazon Linux, AWS CDK.
Architecture
Event-driven Platform, Microservices, SOA, Multi-tiers, Platform Optimization, System Design.
Programming
C, Node.js, React, PHP, HTML 5, CSS 3, Java, Swift, Kotlin.
Databases
SQL, PL/SQL, Redis, MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Sybase, Teradata, DB2 UDB.
DevOps & CI/CD
CI/CD, AWS CodeStar, Git, CodeCommit.
Project Management
JIRA, Agile, SCRUM, Project Planning, Team Leadership.
Monitoring
CloudWatch, Real-time Supervision.
Collaboration Tools
Wickr, Slack, OwnCloud, Google Workspaces, Microsoft E, O365.
Business Intelligence
MicroStrategy, Data Warehousing, BI Infrastructure, Functional Specifications, Data Reporting.
Innovation & Strategy
Technical Roadmapping, Product Strategy, Marketplace Development, M&A Technical Integration, Fraud Detection (AI), Blockchain Impact.