Head of Engineering @ SELISE Digital Platforms
Dhaka, Bangladesh
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kawsarahmd
Email: kawsar.ahmd@gmail.com
Blog: https://blog.techcafe.io
I’m a Head of Engineering with extensive experience in software architecture and leading multiple engineering teams.
I specialize in designing large distributed microservice-based architectures in the cloud, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
I drive technical vision, strategy, and product design, while mentoring engineers and aligning technical roadmaps with business goals.
- Leadership & Management: Technical Leadership, Project Management, Technical Architecture
- Programming: C#, Python, JavaScript
- Frameworks & Tools: .NET, Angular, FastAPI
- Cloud & DevOps: Azure Solutions Architecture, AWS, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes
- Specialties: R&D in GenAI/LLM, Microservices, Scalable Web Application Design
Head of Engineering (Jun 2022 – Present)
- Lead and manage engineering teams, setting goals and ensuring effective communication.
- Design and implement scalable, reliable, and secure cloud-based systems.
- Mentor engineers and oversee recruitment for top talent.
- Drive adoption of new technologies and improve productivity.
Engineering Manager (Jan 2021 – Jun 2022)
- Led backend development and architecture design.
- Mentored engineers, estimated RFP timelines, and contributed to recruitment.
Senior Software Engineer (Jun 2020 – Dec 2020)
- Led multiple development teams across frontend, mobile, and backend.
Software Engineering Lead (Nov 2018 – Jun 2020)
- Managed full-stack teams, designed APIs, and reviewed code.
Software Engineer (Jul 2016 – Oct 2018)
- Full-stack development with AngularJS, C#, and SQL-to-NoSQL migration.
Junior Software Engineer (Feb 2016 – Jun 2016)
- Developed enterprise frontend web apps and reusable components.
- Master of Science in Information & Communication Technology — BUET (2025)
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Engineering — RUET (2016)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Career Essentials in Generative AI (Microsoft & LinkedIn)
- Neural Networks and Deep Learning
- Pattern Discovery in Data Mining
- Received Technical Scholarship — RUET
- Most Valuable SELISIAN (2021) - SELISE
- Management Excellence Award (2022) - SELISE
Judge & Contest Director — SELISE Coding Challenge 2020 & 2023
- Directed online programming contests for university students to solve complex algorithmic problems.
- Oversaw problem-setting by a team of SELISE developers.
- Participation: 1650+ coders in 2020, 1900+ coders in 2023.
Lead Technical System Volunteer — National Collegiate Programming Contest (NCPC), RUET 2015
- Managed technical setup for the national-level programming contest.
- Organized by the Dept. of CSE, RUET in association with Bangladesh Computer Council (BCC).
Lead Technical System Volunteer — RoboTour & Programming Contest (IEEE RUET), Mar 2015
- Managed programming contest environment setup for national event.
- Supported and granted by The American Center, U.S. Embassy, Dhaka.
President — DNS, RUET (2013–2015)
- Led a non-political organization of RUET students from Dhaka.
- Organized fresher receptions, farewells, games, tours, and maintained a rental library for students.
Mentor — RUET Programmer’s Association (RPA), 2011–2015
- Mentored students in competitive programming at RUET CSE.
BNCC Cadet — Bangladesh National Cadet Corps (Air Force Wing), 2007–2010
- Served as Orderly Officer (2009) and Junior Commander.
- Participated in flag-bearing and leadership roles in school and college.