Ade G. Oduguwa
Arlington
Summary
Solution-focused professional with rich background in architecting and deploying innovative solutions tailored to meet specific client needs. Known for collaborative approach and results-driven mindset, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes. Trusted for adaptability and deep proficiency in cloud computing and enterprise architecture.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Solution Architect
Cargo Americana LLC
Midland, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Designed scalable Azure logistics platforms supporting global supply chain operations.
- Migrated 100+ applications to Azure, reducing operational costs by 30% and increasing uptime to 99.9%.
- Implemented IaC using Terraform and ARM templates, improving deployment efficiency.
- Built Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, streamlining software delivery.
- Integrated Azure AI/ML for predictive analytics in fleet operations.
- Managed Azure Site Recovery and Backup for disaster recovery, meeting RTO and RPO targets.
- Conducted governance audits and cost optimization, aligning with FinOps best practices.
- Ensured compliance with GDPR, ISO 27001, and HIPAA.
Credit Risk Specialist
SitusAMC
Houston, TX
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Implemented a Domain-Driven Design (DDD) model, enhancing risk model accuracy.
- Automated validation workflows via Encompass and Excel, cutting manual effort by 10%.
- Improved data quality and team output, contributing to a 12% rise in profitability.
- Resolved complex application issues using break-fix techniques, reducing delays by 15%.
VMware Cloud Architect / Salesforce Specialist
Swanston Consulting
Dallas, TX
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Led migration of legacy systems to VMware Cloud, cutting costs by 30%.
- Built IaC deployments with PowerCLI and Terraform for VMs and networking.
- Integrated VMware AI tools for logistics analytics and operational forecasting.
- Developed CI/CD pipelines for virtualized environments and ensured security alignment with ISO 27001.
Operations Manager – Inland, Rail, Air, and Sea Freight
Afrikaview Freight & Logistics
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2007 - 12.2019
- Directed the end-to-end freight operations across four transport modes, overseeing over 1,000 international and domestic shipments monthly.
- Reduced freight delays by 35% through strategic route planning, port coordination, and process automation.
- Negotiated and secured long-term contracts with air and sea carriers, resulting in a 20% reduction in annual freight costs.
- Designed and implemented an integrated logistics tracking system that improved shipment visibility and client satisfaction.
- Ensured 100% customs clearance compliance with ECOWAS, IMO, IATA, and local regulatory standards.
- Led a team of 30+ logistics personnel across warehouse, dispatch, and operations units.
- Collaborated with global freight partners and customs brokers to streamline imports and exports across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for all logistics operations.
- Key Achievements:
Education
Master of Information Technology - Cloud Architecture
University of Arkansas Grantham
Grantham, AR04.2025
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Cloud Visualization & Networking
DeVry University
Chicago, IL12.2023
MBA - Project Management
Management College of Southern Africa
05.2016
Skills
- Cloud Platforms: Azure, AWS (VMs, AKS, Functions, AD, DevOps), VMware, Salesforce
- IaC & Automation: Terraform, ARM, PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bicep, PowerCLI
- Networking: VNETs, NSGs, VPNs, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers
- DevOps: Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes
- Security & Compliance: Defender for Cloud, RBAC, ISO 27001, SOX, GDPR
- Data & AI: Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Power BI, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow
- Disaster Recovery: Azure Site Recovery, Azure Backup, High Availability Design
- Other Tools: Encompass, Excel (Advanced), React (basic integration for dashboards)
- Enterprise architecture design
- Performance optimization
- Security and compliance
- Stakeholder communication
Hobbies and Interests
House of Representatives Candidate, Social Democratic Party (Nigeria), Passionate about technology policy, public service, and digital equity initiatives
Dean list
Made the dean list for semesters
Timeline
Solution Architect
Cargo Americana LLC
05.2022 - Current
Credit Risk Specialist
SitusAMC
09.2021 - 04.2022
VMware Cloud Architect / Salesforce Specialist
Swanston Consulting
04.2020 - 08.2021
Operations Manager – Inland, Rail, Air, and Sea Freight
Afrikaview Freight & Logistics
01.2007 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology - Cloud Visualization & Networking
DeVry University
MBA - Project Management
Management College of Southern Africa
Master of Information Technology - Cloud Architecture
University of Arkansas Grantham