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Elie Dagher, Director Software Development

Elie Dagher

Director Software Development·SABIS Educational Services

Lebanon

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

Work experience

Total years of experience: 33 years, 7 months

Director Software Development

January 2001 - Present

SABIS Educational Services

Jounieh, Lebanon

January 2001 - Present

Company industry:
Higher Education

DIRECTOR, SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

January 2001 - October 2024

SABIS® Educational Services

Jounieh, Lebanon

January 2001 - October 2024

Achievements

• Built a team of over 100 engineers, including developers, testers, DevOps, quality assurance, support, and product managers, specializing in technology development for cloud, web, desktop, and mobile applications.
• Established a Project Management Office to provide guidance, execution, and support for projects.
• Created a Data Analytics team to foster a data-driven decision-making culture.
• Developed and implemented strategic initiatives for the SABIS® digital transformation vision.
• Played a key role in designing and developing a fully automated educational solution (K-12), consisting of a Learning Management System and a Student Information System, both on Oracle and Microsoft platforms.
• Implemented ODOO ERP solutions in less than 2 years for over 52 sites within 2 years, including financial, HR, and CRM modules.
• Delivered highly scalable cloud-based e-Learning SaaS solutions on Azure using multiple technology stacks.
• Adopted a continuous delivery strategy to meet time-to-market pressures by implementing DevOps practices and tools.
• Significantly enhanced productivity through the automation of internal procedures, workflows, and processes using Microsofts Team Foundation System.
• Established a Total Quality Management (TQM) environment to improve deliveries and meet customer expectations.
• Successfully turned around under-performing departments by implementing internal processes (CMMI Level III - ISO 9001:2008).
• Implemented Agile methodology and established Agile Release Trains (ART).

Job Profile

• Identify business potential by offering innovative solutions aligned with current business needs and trends.
• Create product roadmaps, goals, and objectives.
• Ensure project deliverables align with customer requirements.
• Lead the development of educational and financial software projects in coordination with Product Management and Quality Assurance teams.
• Develop and maintain productive business relationships with key decision-makers across client organizations.
• Maximize customer satisfaction through prompt issue resolution and high-quality service delivery.
• Monitor team performance and provide productivity enhancement feedback.
• Oversee global software operations at schools.
• Develop and ensure compliance with organizational objectives, documentation, and quality parameters.
• Define, implement, and automate internal work processes and procedures, providing technical directives based on requirements.
• Serve as the Management Representative for ISO 9001:2008 implementation.
• Prepare and manage budgets and financial targets.

Work Experience

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School

IT MANAGER

January 1998 - October 2001

BANKERS ASSURANCE SAL, LEBANON

Beirut, Lebanon

January 1998 - October 2001

Achievements

• Led a team of 10 IT professionals in the development, implementation, and maintenance of IT systems and applications.
• Developed and executed IT strategies aligned with business objectives to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Built an in-house team for Software Development.
• Developed new modules for the automatic generation of AUTO insurances; migrated hardware and operating system from SCO Unix to IBM R/S 6000.
• Upgraded IT infrastructure to set up real-time connections from branches to the main office.
• Implemented data analytics and business intelligence tools to support decision-making processes.
• Managed IT budgets, monitored expenditures, and identified cost-saving opportunities.

Job Profile

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the IT department, ensuring that all systems are functioning properly and efficiently.
• Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional development.
• Spearhead three different technology groups: IT infrastructure support, software development, and software.
• Develop and implement IT strategies that align with the companys business objectives and support its growth.
• Manage IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the required standards.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers to ensure the delivery of high-quality IT services.
• Prepare and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
• Ensure that all IT operations comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Stay updated with the latest technology trends and innovations, and implement new technologies that can enhance the companys operations.
• Monitor helpdesk activities.

Past Assignments

Company industry:
Insurance & TPA

SYSTEM SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

January 1993 - February 1997

INTEGRO Middle East

Beirut, Lebanon

January 1993 - February 1997

Job Profile

• Built several modules for INTEGRO France; managed Ftp file transfer protocol program, Client-server applications including emulation programs for BULL and IBM.

Past Assignments

Company industry:
IT Services

IT ADMINSITRATOR

January 1992 - February 1993

Soliver

Beirut, Lebanon

January 1992 - February 1993

Company industry:
Textile & Apparel Production

Education

Saint Joseph University

June 1991

June 1991

Bachelor's degree, Computer Science

Lebanon

Saint Joseph University (I.U.T), Achrafieh

January 1991

January 1991

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor degree in Business Computer,

Lebanon

Skills

AGILE METHODOLOGY
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AGILE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
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AGILE SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
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ANALYTICS
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CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
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CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
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AUTOMATION
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CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
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DEVOPS
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LESS
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MANAGEMENT
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QUALITY MANAGEMENT
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