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Architecture for Real-World AI Products
How to design systems that can actually ship AI features to production - beyond the demo.
Available for events and podcasts
From early uncertainty to production-ready systems
I help founders build systems that don't break as the business grows.
My ProductยทCTOx AI
A digital twin of how I think as a CTO - available 24/7.
How should I split my monolith into services?
Start with a strangler-fig pattern: identify bounded contexts, extract one service at a time starting with the least coupled domain. Focus on data ownership first.
Built on 15+ years of CTO experience across AI, FinTech, and SaaS.
About Me
I am a Senior CTO and technology strategist with 15+ years of experience building software products across AI, FinTech, Web3, MedTech, Cybersecurity, and Renewable Energy. Based in Dubai, I work with founders and executive teams worldwide to turn ambitious ideas into scalable, investor-ready systems.
My approach is hands-on and pragmatic. I do not believe in over-engineering or technology for its own sake. Every decision - from architecture to team structure - is driven by one question: does this help the business win? I have delivered 60+ projects to production and led engineering teams of 50+ people by combining strategic thinking with deep technical execution.
Years in Tech15+
Projects Delivered60+
Team Size50+
Industries10+
RegionsUAE, USA, EU, Asia
How I Think as a CTO
Four pillars that drive every technology decision I make.
Strategy
Aligning technology with business goals.
Architecture
Building systems that scale and evolve.
Team
Hiring, growing, and leading engineers.
Delivery
Shipping fast without breaking things.
Experience
Key roles and impact over the years.
Current Role
Chief Technical Officer
Nirvana X Limited
May 2025 - PresentRemote (Canada / Bermuda)
AI-powered fintech platform for risk-averse investors. Built 4 products from the ground up, establishing engineering culture and processes.
- Delivered 4 AI-powered products to production
- Built engineering team and established development processes
- Implemented enterprise-grade security and compliance framework
- Deployed to 195 countries with 100+ language support
AI/LLM ProductsAI AgentsProduct StrategySystem ArchitectureGlobal DeploymentCompliance & Security
Key Projects
Nirvana
Neutral AI search engine for household finance education worldwide. 195 countries, 100+ languages.
Nirvana Learn
AI search engine demystifying finance for families. Available in 195 countries, 100+ languages.
Satya
Private AI conversation space for calm, dignified reflection. Ephemeral, encrypted sessions.
Satya Contracts
AI-powered contract analysis service. Plain-language explanations with source citations.
Key Projects
Nirvana
Neutral AI search engine for household finance education worldwide. 195 countries, 100+ languages.
Nirvana Learn
AI search engine demystifying finance for families. Available in 195 countries, 100+ languages.
Satya
Private AI conversation space for calm, dignified reflection. Ephemeral, encrypted sessions.
Satya Contracts
AI-powered contract analysis service. Plain-language explanations with source citations.
Current Role
Founder & Chief Technical Officer
WebSailors FZCO
Mar 2022 - PresentDubai, UAE
Founded and leading technology consultancy delivering high-impact projects across FinTech, AI, and enterprise software for clients in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Russia, and beyond.
- Scaled engineering team from 15 to 50+ engineers
- Delivered 15+ projects across finance, e-commerce, and deep tech
- Reduced average project delivery time by 35%
- Established architecture review board and technical standards
Team ScalingTechnical RoadmapsArchitecture ReviewsDelivery OptimisationVendor ManagementInvestor Relations
Key Projects
AM Wealth
2 major internal infrastructure projects. Big data pipelines, Apache Airflow, real-time FinTech APIs.
Yandex Split
Design, architecture and development for Russian FinTech payments split product.
Latook Software
AI video editing partnership - captions, filters, real-time rendering at 120fps.
Saudi Vision 2030 FinTech
Design and architecture for FinTech product aligned with Saudi Arabia Vision 2030.
Key Projects
AM Wealth
2 major internal infrastructure projects. Big data pipelines, Apache Airflow, real-time FinTech APIs.
Yandex Split
Design, architecture and development for Russian FinTech payments split product.
Latook Software
AI video editing partnership - captions, filters, real-time rendering at 120fps.
Saudi Vision 2030 FinTech
Design and architecture for FinTech product aligned with Saudi Arabia Vision 2030.
Fractional CTO
InRaise
Aug 2024 - May 2025Remote
LinkedIn growth automation platform for B2B sales teams and professionals.
- Led product and engineering for 0-to-1 launch
- Grew platform to 1,500+ active users in 8 months
- Built integrations with major CRM and outreach platforms
- Optimised infrastructure costs by 60%
Zero-to-One Product LaunchB2B SaaSPlatform IntegrationsCost OptimisationGrowth Strategy
Key Projects
InRaise Platform
LinkedIn growth automation platform. Lead generation and outreach automation for B2B sales.
Key Projects
InRaise Platform
LinkedIn growth automation platform. Lead generation and outreach automation for B2B sales.
Founder & Chief Technical Officer
WebSailors
Oct 2013 - Mar 2022Russia / Remote
Founded and led technology consultancy delivering 50+ projects across AI, FinTech, Web3, MedTech, and Cybersecurity for global clients.
- Built and managed team of 35+ engineers
- Delivered projects for clients in USA, UK, UAE, and EU
- Established DevOps and CI/CD best practices
- Delivered 50+ projects for clients worldwide
Multi-Industry ExpertiseTeam CompositionRemote Team LeadershipDevOps CultureClient RelationsTechnical Due Diligence
Key Projects
Flytrex
Drone delivery platform. 3+ years partnership helping scale to global market. Now Walmart partner.
Dathena
AI-powered data classification. Acquired by Proofpoint. Enterprise clients, millions in funding.
RealAdvisor
Real estate valuation platform. 1M+ unique users, multi-million investments.
Planet of Finance
Social network for private and professional investors.
Key Projects
Flytrex
Drone delivery platform. 3+ years partnership helping scale to global market. Now Walmart partner.
Dathena
AI-powered data classification. Acquired by Proofpoint. Enterprise clients, millions in funding.
RealAdvisor
Real estate valuation platform. 1M+ unique users, multi-million investments.
Planet of Finance
Social network for private and professional investors.
Senior Developer to Head of Engineering
Earlier Roles
2010 - 2013Various
Foundational years building expertise across the stack, from QA to engineering leadership.
- Software testing for Boeing aircraft systems
- Progressed from Senior Developer to Head of Engineering
- Quality assurance leadership and test automation
- First leadership roles mentoring junior engineers
Aviation SoftwareQA LeadershipTechnical MentoringCareer Progression
Key Projects
JobSwipe
AI-powered job matching platform. Predictive job search across 300+ Facebook and LinkedIn groups.
Boeing Software QA
Quality assurance and testing for Boeing aircraft software systems.
Key Projects
JobSwipe
AI-powered job matching platform. Predictive job search across 300+ Facebook and LinkedIn groups.
Boeing Software QA
Quality assurance and testing for Boeing aircraft software systems.
My Products
Tools I have built to extend my expertise beyond one-to-one engagements.
CTOx AI
LiveYour AI CTO, trained on my engineering experience
A digital twin of how I think as a CTO - available 24/7.
- Helps founders and teams make technical decisions
- Produces clear trade-offs, risks and next steps
- Understands architecture, sequencing, scaling and hiring
- Built on 15+ years of real-world CTO experience
UARE.pro
LiveAI-powered video learning platform
Transform any YouTube video into structured learning materials with AI-generated summaries, chapters, and interactive flashcards.
- Auto-generates chapters and summaries from any video
- Creates interactive flashcards for active recall
- AI chat to ask questions about video content
- Organize videos into personal learning libraries
How I Help Founders and Teams
Practical technology leadership for companies that want to move fast.
Fractional / Part-time CTO
Ongoing technology leadership without the full-time commitment. Ideal for startups and scale-ups that need senior guidance but are not ready for a full-time hire.
Technology Strategy
Comprehensive technology roadmap aligned with your business goals. Includes architecture decisions, build vs. buy analysis, and team planning.
Architecture Review
Deep dive into your existing systems. Identify bottlenecks, security risks, and technical debt. Actionable recommendations with prioritised roadmap.
AI and Data Advisory
Practical guidance on AI/ML product development. From feasibility assessment to implementation strategy - no hype, just results.
How We Work Together
1
Intro Call
30-45 minute conversation to understand your challenges and goals.
2
Quick Audit
Review of your product, architecture, and processes.
3
Plan & Priorities
1-2 page document with clear recommendations and next steps.
4
Execution
Ongoing leadership, hands-on support, or team enablement.
Speaking and Content
Available for talks, podcasts, and thought leadership.
Workshop
From MVP Chaos to Scalable Systems
Practical strategies for refactoring and scaling products without halting feature delivery.
Available for events and podcasts
Talk
Security and Compliance for CTOs
What every technology leader needs to know about risk, security, and regulatory compliance.
Available for events and podcasts
Podcast
Building Engineering Teams That Last
Hiring, retention, and culture - lessons from scaling teams across multiple companies.
Available for events and podcasts
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