Scale Better

Delivering hands-on technical solutions and architecture across enterprise clients with focus on AI-enhanced development workflows Key Technical Deliveries:

→ AEM Implementations: Custom component development, workflow automation, multi-site architecture, and integration with modern AI tools for content management.

→ Java/SpringBoot Applications: Full-stack development, microservices architecture, REST API development, and implementation of AI-powered automation pipelines

→ Built RAG systems and local AI agents for business process automation, reducing manual development overhead by 70%.

→ Technical Leadership: Guided cross-functional teams on modern development approaches while delivering hands-on solutions.

→ Training & Knowledge Transfer: Delivered cost-effective AEM and Java training programs, accelerating team skill development and reducing external consultant dependency.

→ Architecture Design: Created comprehensive technical documentation and integration workflows for complex enterprise systems.

🎯 Impact: Successfully integrated AI capabilities into traditional enterprise development workflows while maintaining delivery excellence and team productivity.

Fractional CTO

Avasam

Technical strategy implementation and hands-on development leadership for e-commerce platform scaling

Key Technical Deliveries:
→ Web Applications: Full-stack development, microservices architecture, and REST API development for high-traffic e-commerce platform

→ Technical Leadership: Providing hands-on technical guidance while advising on technology roadmap and modern development practices  

→ Architecture & Implementation: Leading technical projects with direct involvement in microservices design, cloud-native solutions, and third-party system integrations

→ Team Development: Mentoring senior developers and engineering teams on best practices, modern development workflows, and delivery optimization

→ Innovation & Automation: Implementing GenAI solutions, automation pipelines, and modern development practices that improve team productivity and platform scalability

🎯 Impact: Enhanced platform performance and team capability while maintaining rapid feature delivery and system reliability.

HSBC

Technical leadership for global Loyalty & Rewards platform serving millions of customers

→ Team Leadership: Led 60+ engineers across multiple streams (Mobile, AEM, Frontend, Backend, APIs, DevOps) with hands-on technical guidance and global coordination across EMEA and APAC regions

→ Platform Architecture: Architected and implemented global multi-market customer experiences using AEM 6.5+ with custom components and SpringBoot microservices for banking APIs

→ Delivery Optimisation: Established reusable component strategy and CI/CD frameworks, cutting delivery time by 40% through technical process improvements

→ Engineering Excellence: Introduced modern DevOps workflows and established code quality standards, review processes, and development best practices

→ Cross-functional Collaboration: Worked directly with Business and Product teams on technical roadmap planning and backlog optimisation

🎯 Impact: Delivered enterprise-scale platform architecture serving millions of customers while leading 60+ engineers globally, achieving 40% delivery improvement and establishing engineering practices adopted across multiple business units.

Head of Technology

Publicis Groupe

Hands-on technical architect delivering enterprise solutions for global brands.

Key Technical Deliveries:

→ Solution Architecture: Designed and implemented end-to-end technical solutions for complex business requirements and external system integrations

→ Full-Stack Development: Built scalable AEM implementations with modern React frontends, focusing on performance optimization and user experience

→ Team Leadership: Led development teams through agile transformation while maintaining hands-on involvement in critical technical decisions

→ Client Engagement: Conducted technical demos, provided development standards guidance, and collaborated directly with client technical teams on implementation strategies

→ Technology Innovation: Introduced automation opportunities and modern development practices that improved team productivity and code quality

🎯 Impact: Delivered scalable enterprise solutions for global brands while establishing technical standards that enhanced team efficiency and client satisfaction

Technical Architect

I-SYSTEMS CONSULTANCY LIMITED

Notable Technical Deliveries:

↳ JPMorgan Chase: Architected and delivered comprehensive AEM Practice solutions for regulatory compliance, including hands-on multi-market AEM 6.5 implementation with 30+ custom components, automated workflows, and integration with compliance reporting systems

↳ Nissan/Renault & Reed Exhibitions: Built and deployed global car configurator platform with custom AEM components, real-time pricing templates, and API integrations across 700+ sites. Led technical implementation while coordinating with international development teams across multiple markets

↳ Goldman Sachs & Audi: Developed enterprise-scale financial analytics platforms using Java/SpringBoot microservices and React frontends for £100M+ portfolio management systems. Delivered full-stack solutions with real-time data processing and advanced reporting capabilities

↳ Adobe, Shell, Aetna & Aviva: Led hands-on technical delivery for complex enterprise integrations and microservice development. Implemented scalable solutions while providing technical guidance to client development teams

↳ Mercedes Benz, Bank of Abu Dhabi: Delivered enterprise CMS implementations and greenfield retail product management platforms. Combined technical architecture with hands-on development to ensure successful project delivery

Earlier Career:

Senior Software Engineer roles at CMC Markets and enterprise organisations (2005-2010) - Led development of trading applications and content management systems - Established foundation in enterprise Java development and team leadership

Previous Senior Technical Roles

🚀 Helping clients scale product & engineering ops 🚀 Head Of Tech | FractionalCTO | Product Ops | Content Ops | Transformations | Automation | AEM Specialist | Solution Architect | E2E Technologist | Digital Strategist

I’m a hands-on Senior Tech Lead, having 20+ years of planning, implementation and delivery experience, specialised in  AEM CMS (Adobe Experience Manager) and Java / Spring Cloud / Kafka / Python / Microservices implementations across financial services, automotive, startup, agency and other industry verticals.

I build and deliver enterprise-scale technical solutions while leading development teams to success. Deep expertise in AEM implementations and full-stack Java applications, combined with proven leadership capabilities.

What I Deliver:

✔️ Hands-on Technical Leadership: AEM architecture, Java / SpringBoot / Kafka / React development, full-stack solutions
✔️ Team Leadership: Led teams from 5 to 60+ engineers across global projects
✔️ Delivery Excellence: 40%+ efficiency improvements through technical excellence and AI integration

Core Expertise:

→ Adobe AEM/CMS: 10+ years of hands-on development, custom components, workflows, integration (prev. experience with Magnolia & Alfrasco)
→ Java/SpringBoot: Enterprise applications, microservices, REST APIs, kafka, full-stack development
→ Frontend: React, Angular, JavaScript, responsive design and modern web standards
→ Cloud & DevOps: AWS, CI/CD, Docker, automated deployment pipelines
→ AI Integration: Modern automation and AI-powered development workflows (emerging expertise)

Recent Delivery Highlights:

✅ HSBC: Led 60+ engineers delivering loyalty platform serving millions
✅ Nissan/Renault: Led development of global platform for 600+ sites
✅ JPMorgan Chase: Delivered AEM solutions improving efficiency by 40%
✅ Training & Mentoring: Delivered AEM training programs reducing external consultant dependency

Current Availability:

♦️ Immediate Start Available for 3-12 month contracts (Outside IR35 preferred)
♦️ Senior Senior AEM Developer | Technical Lead | Solution Architect | Engineering Manager roles
♦️ London-based, remote/hybrid/onsite worldwide

Let's connect for technical leadership that delivers results.

Manish Dani

Smile IT Solutions

As the Founder and CEO of Smile IT Solutions, I lead our team in delivering innovative, best-in-class cloud computing and bespoke software development solutions to clients across industries. My passion lies in empowering organisations to maximise the potential of their data, time, and finances through cutting-edge technology.

Key focus areas:
Driving the strategic vision and growth of Smile IT Solutions as a leading provider of: Cloud-native applications, IT infrastructure modernisation, Systems integration, End-to-end digital transformation
Fostering a culture of continuous learning, skill enhancement, and excellence among our talented team of technologists and problem solvers
Nurturing deep partnerships with major technology vendors like AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and more to deliver unmatched value to our clients

I bring over 15 years of experience in the IT industry, with deep expertise in:
Cloud computing architectures
Agile software development methodologies
IT service management
Leading high-performing teams

My leadership philosophy centres on empathy, empowerment, and an unwavering commitment to client success.

Smile IT Solutions holds ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and Cyber Essentials Plus certifications, underscoring our dedication to quality, security, and delivering to the highest standards. We serve as a trusted partner to SMEs and public sector organisations across the UK.

I'm always keen to connect with fellow technology leaders and explore how Smile IT's solutions can help organisations innovate, transform, and thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Let's collaborate to power your potential through technology - reach out, and let's start a conversation!

Founder & CEO

Anjoman

Board Member

BIADIN

Founder

NatWest

Currently responsible for Design & Development of a new Web Application to enable Innovation and Change Projects to complete Control and Governance requirements at a faster pace. 
The tool is currently being on-boarded into bank systems and UAT will be carried out and completed by the end of Q1 2020. 
This is a bank-wide application to be used by all functions and franchises including central innovation teams as part of Control Optimisation Programme. 
The application has been expanded since to cover multiple functionalities within Services Controls (incl. Payment Certifications and Cloud Governance).

Product Owner

Managing Services Controls Data Analytics and Reporting Products

Automation of Data Collection, Processing, Reporting (Robotics)

Automation of CAO & COO Controls Dashboard

Building Automated MI Packs from source Data

MI & Data Production 

Critical Payments, Anti Money Laundering and SWIFT Application Audits (Including User Access, Confidentiality, Availability, Integrity, Change Management, Disaster Recovery controls)

Payment schemes Code of Conduct reviews

Application related Incident reviews

High Risk Application and Infrastructure Audits (Mainframe, MQ, Oracle, SQL Server, Windows, Access Management Tools, Firewalls, Connect Direct, Gateways etc.)

Information Technology Auditor

Middlesex University, UK

Database Student Learning Assistant

Founder & CEO @ SMILE IT Solutions | Helping SMBs Move To Cloud And Modernise Applications With AWS

As the Founder & CEO of Smile IT Solutions, I help SMBs adopt and move to Cloud to modernise their Applications by leading a team of passionate and talented cloud native developers and cloud computing engineers through AWS since 2015. 

I provide innovative and customised solutions for various industries, such as media and entertainment, healthcare, education, energy, public sector and e-commerce, using cutting-edge technologies and best practices. I also help SMBs to optimise their cloud spend and performance of their applications. I offer cloud services to SMBs interested in a secure, reliable and complaint cloud environments that allows them to grow their business through excellence.  

With over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, I have developed a strong expertise in application design and development, cloud computing and IT services. I am also an AWS Partner, holding multiple accreditations in sales, technical, and cloud economics aspects. I am driven by the mission of creating value for our clients and stakeholders, and delivering high-quality products that meet their needs and expectations.

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