Shiraf Ziyard

Shiraf Ziyard is a seasoned technology professional with extensive experience in architecture and solutions design, currently serving as Regional Architecture Manager at Edenred since January 2024, following a tenure as Architecture Manager at Edenred UAE. Key achievements include leading microservices transformation, designing API-first backend services, and implementing Azure APIM for secure API interactions. Prior experience includes significant roles at Emirates Group beginning in 2006, where Shiraf led the migration of Identity & Access Management (IAM) to Azure, implemented Single Sign-On solutions, and developed IT service request portals. Earlier roles at JKCS involved systems design and development for IT asset management and customer loyalty programs. Shiraf holds a bachelor's degree in Computing & Information Systems from London Metropolitan University, earned in 2000.