
Rafal Wiacek
Head of Communication Services & Cloud Infrastructure
Salary / Daily rate
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Freelance, open to permanent contract
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About me
Intro
Senior Cloud Infrastructure & Communication Services leader with 15+ years at Ericsson, specializing in digital transformation for major CSPs. Successfully delivered cloud & IoT solutions for STC, Etisalat, Zain, driving cost optimization and scalability. Expert in AWS, GCP, solution architecture with proven team leadership across GCC markets.
Work experience
Ericsson
Jan 2009 - Jan 2025
16 years 1 month
Head of Communication Services and Cloud Infrastructure GCC
Jan 2021 - Jan 2025
4 years 1 month
Lead all Cloud and Communication Services projects for GCC customers, collaborating with major CSP providers in the region, including STC, Etisalat, Zain, Vodafone Ooredoo. Plan and optimize project activities, ensuring cost and timeline efficiency. Ensure the quality of project delivery and handle escalations effectively. Manage and lead a diverse team of GCC local and expatriate experts.
Sr. Solution Architect (IOT - Transport, Cloud Infrastructure, OSS)
Jan 2009 - Dec 2022
14 years
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Lead role in shaping our clients' digital transformation journeys by designing innovative cloud and IOT solution. Responsibilities: Cloud Strategy Development: Collaborate with clients to understand their business objectives and formulate cloud strategies that align with their goals. Solution Design: Architect end-to-end cloud solutions using industry best practices and cutting-edge technologies, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency. Technical Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams, providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior architects and engineers. Cloud Services Evaluation: Stay abreast of the latest cloud services and technologies, evaluating their suitability for client projects. Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle. Security and Compliance: Ensure that cloud solutions meet security and compliance requirements, implementing best practices for data protection. Cost Optimization: Implement cost-effective cloud solutions while monitoring and optimizing ongoing operational costs. Documentation: Create clear and comprehensive technical documentation, including architectural diagrams and deployment guides.
Education
AGH University of Krakow
Master's degree