Moustafa Mahmoud

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ABOUT MOUSTAFA MAHMOUD

Field CTO & Sr. AI Specialist @Microsoft | Ex-AWS Field CTO | UK Exceptional Talent Visa Holder I am Moustafa Mahmoud, a Field CTO & Sr. Generative AI Specialist @Microsoft, recognized as an Exceptional Talent by the UK government. With 14+ years of experience in AI, cloud, and data solutions, I have led 100+ customer engagements, working closely with CXOs to shape AI, data, and cloud strategies, turning ideas into scalable products. At Microsoft, I specialize in enterprise AI adoption, Generative AI, and cloud transformation, helping customers architect, implement, and scale AI-powered solutions using Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and AI accelerators. I lead strategic AI initiatives, drive proof-of-concept projects, and ensure customers maximize Azure AI capabilities. Previously at AWS as a Field CTO, I worked with enterprise leaders to define AI/ML, cloud, and data strategies, guiding them from vision to execution. I helped migrate data lakes to data meshes, optimize AI/ML platforms, and build modern data architectures. I also contributed to AWS Glue (Apache Hudi connector) and led the DataOps community. With experience at Onfido, EPAM, and Etisalat, I have designed and delivered AI-driven automation, cloud cost optimization, and large-scale data platforms. I actively share insights through publications, open-source projects, and my YouTube channel GarageEducation, empowering businesses and developers to leverage AI and data for real-world impact. Key Areas: Generative AI, AI Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud & Data Platforms, Machine Learning, AI Accelerators, DataOps, Digital Transformation