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I am Alan Najjar, a Software Engineering Manager with 20+ years of impact in the financial software industry, specializing in R&D Management and Enterprise Architecture. I have designed and delivered backend solutions for Central and Commercial Banks using Java/Spring, built and scaled cross-functional teams of up to 40, and owned product roadmaps while applying Agile and DevOps to ensure mission-critical software excellence. In addition to delivering robust architectures, I lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems and drive high-availability data integration platforms, working closely with product, design, and stakeholders to align technology with business goals and customer needs.…I am Alan Najjar, a Software Engineering Manager with 20+ years of impact in the financial software industry, specializing in R&D Management and Enterprise Architecture. I have designed and delivered backend solutions for Central and Commercial Banks using Java/Spring, built and scaled cross-functional teams of up to 40, and owned product roadmaps while applying Agile and DevOps to ensure mission-critical software excellence. In addition to delivering robust architectures, I lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems and drive high-availability data integration platforms, working closely with product, design, and stakeholders to align technology with business goals and customer needs.

Alan Najjar

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I am Alan Najjar, a Software Engineering Manager with 20+ years of impact in the financial software industry, specializing in R&D Management and Enterprise Architecture. I have designed and delivered backend solutions for Central and Commercial Banks using Java/Spring, built and scaled cross-functional teams of up to 40, and owned product roadmaps while applying Agile and DevOps to ensure mission-critical software excellence. In addition to delivering robust architectures, I lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems and drive high-availability data integration platforms, working closely with product, design, and stakeholders to align technology with business goals and customer needs.…I am Alan Najjar, a Software Engineering Manager with 20+ years of impact in the financial software industry, specializing in R&D Management and Enterprise Architecture. I have designed and delivered backend solutions for Central and Commercial Banks using Java/Spring, built and scaled cross-functional teams of up to 40, and owned product roadmaps while applying Agile and DevOps to ensure mission-critical software excellence. In addition to delivering robust architectures, I lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems and drive high-availability data integration platforms, working closely with product, design, and stakeholders to align technology with business goals and customer needs.

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I am Alan Najjar, a Software Engineering Manager with 20+ years of impact in the financial software industry, specializing in R&D Management and Enterprise Architecture. I have designed and delivered backend solutions for Central and Commercial Banks using Java/Spring, built and scaled cross-functional teams of up to 40, and owned product roadmaps while applying Agile and DevOps to ensure mission-critical software excellence.

In addition to delivering robust architectures, I lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems and drive high-availability data integration platforms, working closely with product, design, and stakeholders to align technology with business goals and customer needs.

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Software Engineering Manager at Vermeg France

April 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025

Head of Product Development for Vermeg Xchanger for Banque de France. Led a high-performance data integration platform, managing ~5,000+ man-days over 4 years and coordinating cross-functional R&D teams up to 15 offshore members. Replaced an old system with a new solution, delivering production readiness within 10 months and continuing with subsequent deliveries. Engineered high-volume messaging capable of processing up to 1M orders per file, supporting XML, CSV, and National protocols. Directed the back-office for critical messaging projects, ensured Agile delivery, reliability, and strict security standards. Modernized GUI/UX in collaboration with designers and defined the Product Roadmap to a scalable, enterprise-grade architecture.

Onboarding & Training Manager at Vermeg France

January 1, 2019 - April 1, 2021

Architected and delivered technical training programs for Vermeg’s LCNC platform, enabling clients to build financial applications independently. Served as Senior Lead Trainer for the Caceis-Accenture CALx project, managing knowledge transfer cycles and upskilling delivery teams on platform architecture and integration.

Methodology Expert at Vermeg Factory

January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019

Standardized R&D and delivery processes by designing a robust governance framework aligned with CMMI Level 3 and Agile methodologies. Co-architected a unified SDLC for internal R&D and international projects, improving delivery predictability and product quality. Led project audits ensuring full compliance with the quality framework.

Bespoke Solution Dev Manager at Vermeg Factory

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2016

Led a high-scale Professional Services unit (40+ Devs/BAs) delivering custom back-office systems for Tier-1 financial institutions. Oversaw end-to-end delivery for Banque de France and Caceis with a focus on high-availability architecture and seamless integration. Managed a cross-functional team, optimizing resource allocation and mentoring to drive technical excellence. Responsible for department budgeting and financial reporting, balancing project profitability with R&D and industrial standards.

R&D Lead at Vermeg Factory

January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013

Managed the R&D team of a Low-code No-code platform (20+ developers and designers). Served as senior component designer and developer focusing on persistence and object modeling.

Java EE Developer at Vermeg Solutions

May 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008

Java EE developer for Vermeg’s Megara (post-trade processing), focusing on MegaCor, a securities operations management application built on the Palmyra platform.

Java Developer at Vermeg Solutions

May 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008

Java Developer for Vermeg’s Megara (post-trade processing), focusing on MegaCor, a securities operations management application built on the Palmyra platform.