Waleed Hakeem is a seasoned IT professional and the Co-Founder & CTO of Annona, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape of the company. With a robust background in Database Administration and Java programming, Waleed has a proven track record of...
Waleed Hakeem is a seasoned IT professional and the Co-Founder & CTO of Annona, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the technological landscape of the company. With a robust background in Database Administration and Java programming, Waleed has a proven track record of leading technical initiatives and managing complex projects. His expertise lies in navigating the intricacies of a demanding production support environment, where he oversees large volumes of business-critical data. This experience has honed his skills in systems analysis and business intelligence, enabling him to provide strategic insights that drive operational efficiency.
At Annona, Waleed is currently spearheading the development of a B2B and B2C marketplace for non-food products in Juba, South Sudan. This ambitious project not only aims to enhance local commerce but also to empower businesses and consumers by providing a seamless digital shopping experience. Leveraging his proficiency in technologies such as Hibernate, Spring Boot, and Microservices, he is architecting a scalable and robust platform that can adapt to the evolving needs of the market. Waleed’s hands-on approach to project planning and execution ensures that each phase of development aligns with the company’s vision and goals.
His multifaceted skill set, which includes front-end development using HTML5 and the implementation of web services, positions him as a key driver of innovation at Annona. Waleed’s commitment to excellence and his ability to manage IT projects and programs effectively make him an invaluable asset to the organization and a leader in the tech community. As he continues to navigate the challenges of building a marketplace in a developing region, Waleed remains dedicated to fostering technological advancement and creating opportunities for growth in South Sudan.
