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ASHREF C. PUNNOLI

Data Architect
Kannur,KL

Summary

Seasoned technology professional with 25 years of experience in Project Management, IT Infrastructure Management, and Data Center Operations. As Data Architect, leads cloud-based database projects and initiatives in Banking and Financial sectors. Specializes in analyzing information system needs, designing tailored solutions, and executing projects within budget and timeline parameters.

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Work History

Data Architect

AHANA Systems P Ltd ( for DBCOM INC. )
09.2025 - 10.2025
  • Data Modelling and Subject Area mapping using erWin: Conducted Systems study to document 100+ Subject Areas for the 15 yr old data models
  • Key Deliverables:
  • End-to-End Application Review: Review the data models.
  • Subject Area on erWin: Reviewed the 2 main data models with the Application SMEs and prepared 100+ Subject Areas along with the identification of obsolete tables of 15+ years old home grown data models

Data Architect

AHANA Systems P Ltd ( for Coforge Ltd. )
09.2024 - 09.2025
  • FCI Anna Darpan Central Government PSU Project PAN Indian project covering 2500 depots of FCI. Worked as a Data Architect for rebuilding the legacy application with the state-of-the-art Anna Darpan Application using Microservices and OCI cloud having main database as MySQL Heatwave on PaaS.
  • End-to-End Project Management: Spearheaded the entire project lifecycle from initiation to go-live, ensuring strict adherence to timelines and government compliance standards.
  • Data Migration Strategy: Prepared and executed a detailed Data Migration Plan from Oracle 12c to the latest version of MySQL, incorporating robust resource allocation tracking and thorough risk assessment mechanisms.
  • Cloud Architecture & Deployment: Created and configured various secure landing zones on OCI to seamlessly onboard the infrastructure.
  • Database Administration: Hands-on administration and implementation leveraging both MySQL PaaS and Oracle Linux VMs to guarantee high availability and optimal performance.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to streamline ETL processes, resulting in reduced data processing times.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies to enhance data analytics capabilities and drive strategic decision-making.
  • Designed and implemented scalable data architectures to enhance data accessibility across the organization.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify data requirements and optimize database performance.
  • Developed data governance frameworks ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.

DB Expert

AHANA Systems P Ltd.
11.2019 - 09.2025
  • Provided 24/7 technical support for SAP Sybase products like SAP-ASE, SRS, and SAP-IQ. Conducted database environment assessments strategic recommendations. Executed critical production implementations with minimal service interruptions.
  • Technical Support Services on SAP Sybase Products like SAP-ASE, SRS (heterogeneous), SAP-IQ
  • Conduct Database Environment Assessment and provided recommendations.
  • Conduct Weekly Checkpoint meetings to identify the requirements and provide short- and long-term strategies
  • Build and enhance automated monitoring scripts for 24/7 support services as per client requirements
  • Extensive usage of tasks automation using various state-of-the-art tools like AUTOSYS, AUTOMIC, shell scripts
  • Upgrade SAP ASE & SRS to the latest patch levels for many 24/7/365 customers with minimal downtime
  • Cross-platform dump load (XPDL) across disparate systems without service interruption
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Chief Architect/DB Manager – IT Core Infrastructure Dept.

Boubyan Bank
03.2017 - 11.2019
  • IMal Core Banking Database Domain Ownership for Production, DR, MSA (3.4TB prod & 3.4TB Archive) with availability better than 99.98% uptime
  • Ensuring all critical databases have MSA & BCP/DR capability with the Revised MSA Architecture Implementation
  • Gaps are addressed with the help of Unix/Perl Shell scripting(awk/sed/perl/cron)
  • Handling data warehouse (4TB+) using RTL target to SAP IQ16.0 replicating online the prod to keep MIS/BI/C. Bank Reporting data online.
  • Led architecture strategy aligning IT systems with business objectives.
  • Developed comprehensive technology roadmaps enhancing operational efficiency and scalability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define architectural standards and governance.
  • Created multi-site system architecture plans to reduce redundancy across entire organization.
  • Migrated numerous legacy systems to newer technologies, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiency of computing tasks.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies to drive innovation within digital banking solutions.
  • Drove security enhancements across applications, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Streamlined application architecture, improving integration across banking services.
  • Mentored technical teams in best practices for system design and implementation.

CSO – Chief Strategy Officer

TGN Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
03.2015 - 02.2017
  • PMI based Project Management Mythologies on handling larger projects
  • SDLC model for the development unit
  • ITIL framework for the IT Service Management
  • Conducted various skill building sessions on Communication, Leadership and Public Speaking
  • Developed the team for Roadshows & Pre-sale Presentations.
  • Unified the AMCs to streamline the collections/installments and scheduled follow-ups
  • Managed Service Desk for handling day to day technical support issues
  • Guided Dev. & Support DBAs to resolve database management/coding-related issues

Senior Manager – IT Infrastructure

Qatar Islamic Bank
08.2007 - 01.2015
  • As Project Manager, managed Infrastructure for the iCan-Transformation Project
  • Handled procurement: Software (RFP, Selection, Purchase) and Resources (Selection, Induction and Management)
  • Successfully rebuild 40+ Production Banking Applications to enable simultaneous Hand Shake Test, SIT, UAT
  • Accountable for yearly Rollout for ECM, PRIME, SigCap, RDC, EXUS Collection Applications
  • Held Phoenix Core Banking System Ownership at Production Operation Level
  • Introduced RACI-Matrix & Application Architecture Document for Changes Deployment
  • Implemented Manage Engine IT360 with the Service Desk Plus for comprehensive asset/contract tracking as a part of DCTM practices
  • Re-activated dormant UC4 Project and put to go live
  • Implemented out of the country tape storage compliance requirements
  • Responsible for periodic reporting to internal & external auditors and the Qatar Central Bank
  • Ensured all critical databases to have HA & DR; Filled the gaps with the help of Unix/Perl Shell scripting
  • As Technical Manager, played a major role in Rolling Out dormant Internet Banking Project
  • Upgraded Phoenix Core Banking and the Sybase ASE Database
  • Designed and implemented QIB Backup Infrastructure using Networker
  • Formed a database strategy, and many policy documents like Backup Policy, periodic Restore Policy
  • Served as a Core Member in Data Center Rebuild Project in 2007-09

Technical Support Manager

Sybase Products M. E.
05.1997 - 06.2007
  • Holds the merit of introducing enterprise-wide database auditing framework using database agnostic auditing tool called IBM InfoSphere Guardium auditing along with other hardening to achieve PCI-DSS certification for Channels

Programmer

Gulftainer Co. Ltd.
01.1994 - 05.1997
  • Container Management System (CMS), Yard Plan System, Inventory

Software Engineer

The Times of India
08.1991 - 12.1993
  • RESPNET – Advertisement Management System

Education

Master of Business Administration - Operations Management

IGNOU
New Delhi, India
06-2012

B-Tech (Honors) - Computer Sc. & Engg.

University of Calicut
Kerala, India
12-1990

Skills

Functional:

Affiliations

Served as Club Officer VP-PR, VP-M for Toastmasters Club, Community, and Engineers Organizations

Certification

Certified ITIL Professional - ITILv3 Foundation (Mar 2008)

Timeline

Data Architect

AHANA Systems P Ltd ( for DBCOM INC. )
09.2025 - 10.2025

Data Architect

AHANA Systems P Ltd ( for Coforge Ltd. )
09.2024 - 09.2025

DB Expert

AHANA Systems P Ltd.
11.2019 - 09.2025

Chief Architect/DB Manager – IT Core Infrastructure Dept.

Boubyan Bank
03.2017 - 11.2019

CSO – Chief Strategy Officer

TGN Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
03.2015 - 02.2017

Senior Manager – IT Infrastructure

Qatar Islamic Bank
08.2007 - 01.2015

Technical Support Manager

Sybase Products M. E.
05.1997 - 06.2007

Programmer

Gulftainer Co. Ltd.
01.1994 - 05.1997

Software Engineer

The Times of India
08.1991 - 12.1993

B-Tech (Honors) - Computer Sc. & Engg.

University of Calicut

Master of Business Administration - Operations Management

IGNOU

PERSONAL DOSSIER

  • Date of Birth: May 24, 1968
  • Languages Known: English, Arabic, Hindi, and Malayalam
  • Address: Cheriyandiyil, Chundangapoli, PO Ponniam, Kerala-670641
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