I am Ahmed Azhan Shameem, holding a Master of Science in Information Technology with over 23 years of professional experience spanning software development, ICT, project management, and business administration. I have led IT initiatives in government, telecoms, and aviation sectors, delivering practical software solutions, data management, and security enhancements while aligning technology with business goals. My passion lies in software development and cybersecurity. I enjoy translating complex requirements into robust systems, from backend databases to intuitive user interfaces, and I actively mentor teams to deliver measurable results while continuously learning and adapting to new technologies.

Ahmed Azhan Shameem

I am Ahmed Azhan Shameem, holding a Master of Science in Information Technology with over 23 years of professional experience spanning software development, ICT, project management, and business administration. I have led IT initiatives in government, telecoms, and aviation sectors, delivering practical software solutions, data management, and security enhancements while aligning technology with business goals. My passion lies in software development and cybersecurity. I enjoy translating complex requirements into robust systems, from backend databases to intuitive user interfaces, and I actively mentor teams to deliver measurable results while continuously learning and adapting to new technologies.

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I am Ahmed Azhan Shameem, holding a Master of Science in Information Technology with over 23 years of professional experience spanning software development, ICT, project management, and business administration. I have led IT initiatives in government, telecoms, and aviation sectors, delivering practical software solutions, data management, and security enhancements while aligning technology with business goals.

My passion lies in software development and cybersecurity. I enjoy translating complex requirements into robust systems, from backend databases to intuitive user interfaces, and I actively mentor teams to deliver measurable results while continuously learning and adapting to new technologies.

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Language

Divehi; Dhivehi; Maldivian;
Fluent
English
Advanced
Hindi
Intermediate

Work Experience

Assistant Manager Technical Operations (Flight Operations) at Trans Maldivian Airways Ltd.
September 1, 2017 - Present
Responsible for application development to meet business requirements, including an In-Flight Electronic Baggage system (iPad) with Centre of Gravity calculations for a paperless cockpit on Twin Otter aircraft, and Crew Auto Scheduling.
Executive Coordinator at National Centre for Information Technology
August 31, 2017 - October 17, 2025
Led initiatives such as Government Network Expansion (GNM) connectivity, National Data Center infrastructure upgrades, corporate admin functions, and organization restructuring. Served as Project Steering Committee Member for SAARC-funded rural community centers and contributed to ICT policy development and software projects.
Assistant Director at Ministry of Human Resources, Youth & Sports
February 28, 2014 - October 17, 2025
In-charge of ICT infrastructure, data center servers, gateways and firewall; network administration (WAN/LAN/VPN); database administration; application development; policy consultation; SOPs and staff training.
Assistant Computer Technician / Developer at Maldives National Broadcasting Corporation (MNC)
June 30, 2011 - October 17, 2025
Systems administrator for data center; application development; IT helpdesk support.
Database Developer at Ooredoo Maldives Pte. Ltd. (Wataniya Telecom Maldives)
February 28, 2007 - October 17, 2025
In-charge of the Application Development Unit; Big Data analytics; data warehouse design and ETL (DataStage); IBM Cognos BI reporting; UAT for BSCS provisioning, rating and billing.
Computer Programmer (Trainee) at Ministry of Youth Development & Sports
July 31, 2003 - October 17, 2025
IT staff performing software development, policy implementation, server management and IT procedures.
Accounts Officer (Trainee) at Ministry of Youth Development & Sports
August 31, 2000 - October 17, 2025
Assisted in budget procedures and IT-related financial processes; supported IT policy implementation.
Assistant Computer Programmer (Grade 2) at Ministry of Youth Development & Sports
July 31, 2005 - October 17, 2025
Progressed from trainee roles to higher responsibility in IT development and systems management.
Executive Coordinator / Chief Executive at National Centre for Information Technology (NCIT)
February 12, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Led ICT infrastructure projects, government network expansion, data center upgrades, corporate administration, and a SAARC-funded Community e-Centers initiative; oversaw software development, project management, and policy standardization.
Assistant Director (ICT) / Systems Administrator at Ministry of Human Resources, Youth & Sports
September 1, 2013 - February 28, 2014
Managed ICT infrastructure, data center servers, gateways, firewall, WAN/LAN/VPN, database administration, application development, and ICT policy SOPs.
Assistant Computer Technician / Developer at Maldives National Broadcasting Corporation
September 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Systems administration for data center; application development; IT help desk support.
Database Developer at Ooredoo Maldives
July 1, 2005 - February 28, 2007
In-charge of application development unit, data warehouse design/ETL (DataStage), big data analytics, BI reporting; BSCS database administration; SMS gateway management; development platform implementation.
Finance / IT Project Developer at Ministry of Youth Development & Sports
November 1, 2007 - February 29, 2008
Developed finance/budget management systems; implemented IT infrastructure; contributed to policy formation.
Web Developer at Various (Ministry/Department Websites)
June 1, 2008 - November 30, 2008
Bilingual website development with CMS integration for multiple government departments (National Registration, Public Health, Fisheries & Agriculture, Meteorology, MNCCI, SAARC-related sites, etc.).
Assistant Computer Programmer (Trainee) at Ministry of Youth Development & Sports
August 1, 2000 - August 31, 2003
Initial IT programming tasks and network/support duties; contributed to IT policy standardization.
Accounts Officer (Trainee) / Computer Programmer (Trainee) at Ministry of Youth Development & Sports
June 1, 2000 - August 31, 2000
Accounts trainee duties; early IT programming tasks and basic system maintenance.
CRM Developer / Data Migration Specialist at RANN Consulting Sdn. Bhd. / U Mobile Sdn. Bhd. (Malaysia)
July 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Data migration from legacy BSCS system to CRM; analyzed legacy and new systems; migration framework development for rapid changes.
I.T. Consultant / Web Developer at Ministry of HR & Sports / Maldives
August 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
IT infrastructure design and implementation; data recovery; WAN/LAN configuration; server administration.
Application Developer / Web & Mobile at M Square
March 1, 2019 - June 30, 2019
Developed multiple web/mobile apps and CMS/DMS for government and private clients; led BI/analytics & project management.
Website & App Developer at M Square
March 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Developed bilingual websites with custom CMS; implemented e- commerce features and epg integration.
Website & App Developer at Excorp
June 1, 2021 - November 30, 2021
Website modifications and development of mobile apps for The People’s Majlis; PHP, MySQL, Linux, Flutter-based solutions.
Website & Media Platform Developer at M Square
December 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020
Website development for Medianet with EPG and channel/packages management.
Application Developer / Room Automation at Keiretsu / Waldorf Astoria Maldives
March 1, 2019 - June 30, 2019
Developed room automation app and hotel directory; server backend for iOS app; Raspberry Pi-based devices.
DJ Platform Developer / Audio Distribution at Sound Scape Solutions
December 1, 2017 - February 28, 2018
Distributed audio platform for DJ devices; cloud-based playlist synchronization and auto-mixing.
Center of Gravity Calculation App Developer at Trans Maldivian Airways (TMAD)
September 1, 2015 - November 30, 2015
Developed iOS app for CG calculations for seaplanes; server backend for app data and CG reports.
I.T. Consultant / Web Developer at Maldives Red Crescent / UNICEF
August 1, 2011 - November 30, 2011
Bilingual dynamic website development with CMS; project management for UNICEF-funded initiatives.
I.T. Project / Website Developer at Maldives SAARC Summit / Ministry of Foreign Affairs
March 1, 2011 - June 30, 2011
Dynamic website design and CMS integration for diplomatic event; project management.

Education

Master of Science in Information Technology at UWE Bristol
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Information Technology at Maldives National University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010
Diploma in Information Technology at Maldives College of Higher Education
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Certificate in Information Technology at Maldives College of Higher Education
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001
GCE O’Level at University of London
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2000
Secondary Education at Majeediyya School
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999
Master of Science in Information Technology at UWE Bristol
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Bachelor of Information Technology at Maldives National University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2010
Diploma in Information Technology at Maldives College of Higher Education
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
Certificate in Information Technology at Maldives College of Higher Education
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
GCE O’Level at University of London
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000
Secondary Education at Majeediyya School
January 1, 1995 - December 31, 1999

Qualifications

Cyber Warfare and Terrorism (short course)
December 1, 2017 - December 19, 2017
Smart Nation: Effective e-Government Strategies
April 18, 2016 - April 22, 2016
Conference on Satellite for SAARC Regional & Space Technology Applications
June 22, 2015 - June 22, 2015
ICT and E-Government in SIDS: Responding to the SAMOA Pathway
February 11, 2015 - February 12, 2015
E-Government for Sustainable Development – Preparatory Process
February 9, 2015 - February 10, 2015
BSCS Rating & Billing in Detail Training
August 14, 2005 - August 17, 2005
Advanced Level Swimming
October 13, 2003 - October 25, 2003
Initial E-Governance IT workshop
August 1, 2001 - August 31, 2001
Cyber Warfare and Terrorism (short course)
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Smart Nation: Effective e-Government Strategies
April 1, 2016 - April 1, 2016
Satellite for SAARC Regional & Space Technology Applications
June 22, 2015 - June 22, 2015
ICT and E-Government in SIDS: Responding to the SAMOA Pathway
February 11, 2015 - February 12, 2015
E-Government for Sustainable Development – Preparatory Process for the 2016 United Nations E-Government Survey
February 9, 2015 - February 10, 2015
BSCS Rating & Billing in Detail Training
August 14, 2005 - August 17, 2005
Advance Level Swimming
October 13, 2003 - October 25, 2003
Initial E-Governance IT workshop
August 1, 2001 - August 31, 2001

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Government, Professional Services