Sheikh Farhan Saeed

Results-driven Technical Business Analyst and Solution Designer with 16+ years of experience in banking technologies, IT operations, and enterprise software solutions. Proven expertise in core banking applications, software architecture, business analysis, and IT management. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, driving process automation, and implementing scalable solutions to enhance operational efficiency.

Strong background in Oracle, SQL, middleware technologies, MEAN stack, MERN stack, Mobile Application Development and financial systems.

Senior Project Manager at JS Bank Ltd. (2023-11 – Present)

Analyzing business needs, designing technical solutions that align with those needs, collaborating with stakeholders, and creating detailed technical documentation to ensure the solution meets project requirements; this includes tasks like conducting needs analysis, developing architecture diagrams, selecting appropriate technologies, and coordinating with development teams to implement the solution.

Senior Business Analyst at Habib Bank Ltd. (2018-07 – 2023-11)

As a Solution Designer, I specialize in architecting scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise solutions tailored to banking and financial services. With deep expertise in core banking systems, middleware integration, and process automation, I design solutions that streamline operations, enhance user experience, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Technical Business Analyst at Bank AL Habib Ltd. (2015-02 – 2018-07)

As a Solution Designer, I played a pivotal role in the development of Orbit, an in-house core banking system, by designing and implementing critical parameter modules that form the backbone of banking operations. Through this project, I successfully contributed to the modernization of core banking operations, improved operational efficiency, and ensured scalability for future banking needs.

• Architecting and developing core banking modules, including User Management, Charges Management, Taxes Management, and End-of-Day (EOD) Processing.
• Collaborating with business stakeholders and technical teams to gather requirements and translate them into functional and technical specifications.
• Designing flexible parameterized configurations to allow seamless updates and adaptability to regulatory and operational changes.
• Implementing automation within EOD processes, improving system efficiency and reducing manual intervention.
• Ensuring seamless integration of Orbit with existing banking systems, middleware, and external financial networks.

Application Support Analyst at Faysal Bank Ltd. (2013-05 – 2015-02)

• Provided 2nd-level support for mission-critical core banking applications, including Symbols, iMAL, TCSS, Oracle Siebel CRM, Oracle Mantas (AML), SWIFT Alliance, CashLink2, Unified E-Statement, and SYSDOCFLOW.
• Developed, integrated, and configured business applications and database infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations.
• Designed, tested, and documented SQL queries, stored procedures, and packages to optimize reporting and application performance.
• Led new software implementations and upgrades, collaborating with business steams to capture requirements, configure, test, and deploy.
• Managed Linux (RHEL 5.5) and Windows Server environments, ensuring optimal system performance and security.
• Delivered process automation and enhanced banking workflows, reducing manual intervention.

Technical Business Analyst at Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Ltd. (2011-10 – 2013-05)

• Led techno-functional support for Oracle FLEXCUBE and SAP Business Objects.
• Designed and implemented enhancements for financial applications.
• Ensured smooth onboarding of new banking products, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

System Engineer – IT Operations at Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Ltd. (2009-08 – 2011-09)

• Managed bank-wide user access and role administration for Oracle FLEXCUBE and CRM applications.
• Executed End of Day operations across Pakistan for FLEXCUBE 6.3, Norkom (AML), Web-Tech, and other applications.
• Maintained data center operations to ensure system uptime and performance.

IT Support Engineer at Dubai Islamic Bank Pakistan Ltd. (2008-08 – 2009-08)

• Provided IT support for network infrastructure, software installations, and data centers.
• Set up IT infrastructure for new branch openings, including data center and network deployments.

MBA in Project Management – IQRA University

Bachelor In Commerce in Commerce (2010)

FSC in Pre Engineering (2007)