MOHAMMED ALSHAIR
Katy,TX
Summary
Dynamic Senior Solutions Architect with over 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and optimizing custom software solutions. Proven track record in delivering complex, high-impact projects, including system upgrades, performance optimizations, and multi-framework integrations. Expertise in C#, .NET, ASP.NET MVC, AWS, Azure, and OData, with a focus on building scalable, reliable solutions that drive business success. Known for troubleshooting complex issues and mentoring teams, while working closely with clients to design tailored solutions that exceed expectations. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and delivering innovative results in fast-paced, agile environments. Passionate about leveraging technology to improve efficiency and enhance user experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Solutions Architect
Infotech
01.2022 - Current
- Promoted in April 2024 from Solutions Architect
- Designed and developed custom processes and tools for clients, extending the main product’s capabilities using C#, OData v4, ASP.NET MVC, .NET 6/8, SQL/Oracle, Entity Framework, and Visual Studio
- Led the upgrade from .NET 6 to .NET 8, improving performance, maintainability, and efficiency, including optimizing a client's in-house code to reduce processing time from hours to minutes
- Migrated legacy code from OData v3 to v4, enhancing data handling and system interoperability
- Built complex interfaces and processes, including file imports, data calculations, multi-grid displays, and rich UI features
- Troubleshot critical client issues, both for in-house and custom-built solutions
- Consulted with clients to design integrated solutions across multiple systems (databases, apps, SFTP, email)
- Mentored team members, offering guidance on troubleshooting and complex problem-solving
- Gained AWS experience configuring SMTP, setting up custom ASP.NET MVC sites, and managing SQL databases
Senior Software Engineer/Research Assistant
University of Houston
08.2016 - 11.2021
- Developed the VCR project, enabling therapists to conduct virtual therapy with 3D avatars featuring gesture and emotion controls
- Built a desktop app for avatar control, environment changes, and session management using WPF (.NET Framework/.NET 6) and Azure SQL
- Created a Unity app for immersive therapy, supporting Windows Desktop, HoloLens, and Mixed Reality headsets with Photon Realtime and Voice
- Developed the ER project to assist individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder using Microsoft HoloLens and Azure Face API for real-time facial expression analysis
- Designed UWP apps for video processing and frame analysis, integrating Azure Face API for sentiment detection
- Built a Safety Construction Management Assessment Tool in Unity and HoloLens, allowing users to identify unsafe scenarios in 3D construction sites
- Utilized technologies including WPF, Unity, Mixed Reality Toolkit, ASP.NET Core, Azure App Services, Twilio, Photon PUN/Voice, and Visual Studio
Graduate Assistant - IT & Education
University of Houston
08.2014 - 05.2021
- Developed desktop applications using WPF, .NET Framework, WCF, and SQL Database
- Created seminar attendance, inventory management, and career fair apps
- Contributed to teaching initiatives, supporting students and faculty in educational tasks
Senior Software Engineer
Gulf Stream Marine, Inc.
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Enhanced WPF and ASP.NET MVC views/forms using native and Telerik tools
- Built robust WCF services for efficient data exchange between a service bus queue and SQL Database
- Automated data retrieval with scheduled tasks
- Designed and deployed an Azure BizTalk solution for seamless customer-to-company data transfers
- Developed a file management app to identify and process failed FTP files, integrating FTP and Service Bus Queue functionalities
- Optimized WCF queries, improving report generation speeds by 4–6 times
- Created advanced views with four data grids (including child grids) and compact/full view toggling via Telerik WPF tools
Senior Software Engineer
Gulf Stream Marine, Inc.
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Designed and developed a secure ASP.NET MVC website for external report access
- Boosted report speeds with dynamic archiving and automated email notifications
- Accelerated billing account consolidation (months to days) via a WPF app with advanced error-handling
- Cut form development time by 50% by building a rich UI framework
- Improved user experience with custom searchable dropdowns and tutorial-driven forms
Education
M.S. - Computer Science
University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2013
B.S. - Computer Science, Mathematics
University of Houston
Houston, TX12.2010
Skills
Programming Languages & Frameworks
- C#
- NET Framework
- NET 6/8
- ASPNET MVC
- Entity Framework
- OData v3 & OData v4
- WPF
- SQL/Oracle Databases
Tools & Technologies
- Visual Studio
- Azure (Azure SQL Database, App Services)
- SQL Server Management Studio
- Photon Realtime, Photon PUN, Photon Voice
- Mixed Reality Toolkit
- Twilio
- Unity 3D
- Git
Methodologies
- Agile Development
- Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
Problem-Solving & Design Skills
- Solution Design
- Performance Optimization
- Troubleshooting & Debugging
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Solutions Architect
Infotech
01.2022 - Current
Senior Software Engineer/Research Assistant
University of Houston
08.2016 - 11.2021
Senior Software Engineer
Gulf Stream Marine, Inc.
02.2016 - 08.2016
Graduate Assistant - IT & Education
University of Houston
08.2014 - 05.2021
Senior Software Engineer
Gulf Stream Marine, Inc.
01.2013 - 11.2013
B.S. - Computer Science, Mathematics
University of Houston
M.S. - Computer Science
University of Houston
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