Zool Johan is a seasoned professional in IT with over 16 years of experience specializing in Solution Architecture, Professional Services, and IT consultation. His expertise spans FinTech Defense and Telecom Network Engineering, with a focus on Scalable Enterprise Architecture design, Application Modernization, System & Data Integration, Cloud Infrastructure, AI, and RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) Solutions. Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, he is passionate about innovative technologies and enjoys outdoor activities like cycling and hiking.

• Technical Domains: FinTech Defense Systems, Telecom Network Engineering
• Core Competencies: Scalable Enterprise Architecture, Application Modernization, System Integration, Cloud Infrastructure, AI, RAG Solutions
• Tools & Technologies: Cloud Computing, Kubernetes, SaaS, Microservices, Data Integration, IoT, Machine Learning
• Soft Skills: Cross-functional Leadership, Technical Project Management, Business Strategy Alignment

Vanderbilt University - Electrical Engineering (1997). Vanderbilt University, known as the "Harvard of the South," offers a prestigious Electrical and Computer Engineering program. The department focuses on devices, system engineering, signal processing, and machine learning, with curricula refined to meet real-world demands and rapid technological changes. Research areas include photonics, robotics, medical imaging, AI, and space systems, emphasizing immersive education and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• BASF (Badische Anilin und Sodafabrik): Solution Architect (2026 - Present)
  Global region responsibility, leading cross-functional technology strategy and implementation for enterprise-scale solutions. Designed resilient, scalable architectures, coordinated multi-country deployments, and ensured consistent performance, compliance, and integration across diverse markets.

• SymphonyAI/BAE Systems: Solution Architect (2018 - 2025)
  Finance Defence System, SymphonyAI a global product for Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Enterprise Solution delivery in APAC. Provided technical solutions for projects, system implementation and integration with emerging technologies, Cloud computing IT architectures, SaaS, Kubernetes, and application modernization.

• Amdocs/Actix: Solution Architect (2010 - 2018)
  Telecom Network Optimization System, ActixOne Enterprise Solution consulting for telecom network global product for EU, Middle East, and APAC telecom operators. Provided architectural design, infrastructure dimensioning, engineering consultation, and technical project leadership.

• DiGi Telecom: Service & Performance Manager (2006 - 2010)
  Mobile Network Provider. Managed service and system performance for Core Switch, Prepaid Billing, VAS, and International Roaming. Led network operation readiness for major festivities and operation live migration. Served as SLA owner to ensure excellent service assurance and formulated service KPIs.

• FaraTech: Project/Product Manager (2003 - 2006)
  Commercial Online System Provider. Built up a new organization, hiring and managing team members. Set and led development and operations of IT.

• Western Digital: Product Engineer (2000 - 2003)
  Storage Engineering & Manufacturing facilities. Conducted 1st level Failure Analysis for manufacturing yield. Managed Production Statistical Process Control and yield monitoring. Handled technology and product transfer from California facilities annually to ensure high-result mass production.

• Amtel Holding/RCT: Project Engineer (1998 - 2000)
  Development for Remote Terminal Unit (RTU), Scada, and electronic watt meter products, R&D solutions. Development included multiplexer design, testing, tooling, firmware, and software. Responsible for product enhancement in electrical engineering, information systems, computer science, and service engineering.

Description: A home lab POC for IoT at home using NodeMCU ESP8266 with multiple sensors for environmental monitoring.
Features:

• Sensors: DHT22 (temperature/humidity), BMP180 (temperature/pressure/altitude), ML8511 (UV), MQ135 (gas/VOC), KY037 (sound).
• Functionality: MQTT publish to ThingSpeak IoT cloud and OpenWRT router for data plotting with RRDTool graphs. HTTP service for adhoc readings.
• Architecture: ESP8266 pushes sensor data via MQTT to cloud and local Mosquitto MQ, with HTTP for instant readings.
• Setup: Assemble hardware, install Arduino IDE, configure firmware with WiFi and API details, setup OpenWRT and scripts for data collection and graphing.
• Technologies: C++ (73.6%), Shell (19.6%), JavaScript (6.8%).
  Link: GitHub Repository

Description: A fully self-contained AI pipeline for offline voice transcription, multilingual translation, and summarization, designed for privacy-sensitive business audio.
Features:

• Capabilities: Speech-to-text transcription, multilingual translation (e.g., to Bahasa Melayu, Chinese, Arabic), AI-powered summarization with structured outputs.
• Non-Functional: Air-gapped operation, no internet dependency, browser-based UI for non-technical users.
• Pipeline: Whisper (STT) → NLLB-200 (translation) → Ollama (summarization), with memory management for GPU efficiency.
• Hardware Requirements: Minimum RTX 4050 (6GB VRAM), 16GB RAM; Recommended RTX 5090 (32GB VRAM), 64GB RAM.
• Technologies: Python (98.7%), Batchfile (1.3%), Streamlit UI, CUDA acceleration.
  Link: GitHub Repository

Description: A comprehensive guide for smoking 1kg of local Kedah-Kelantan/Brahma cross-breed brisket using pit-smoking and oven finishing techniques.
Features:

• Process: 30-hour brine, 5-hour smoke at 90-100°C, 3-hour oven finish with "Texas Crutch," 1-hour rest.
• Why It Works: Optimized for lean local beef with extended brine for moisture retention and low-temp smoke for bark formation.
• Includes: Equipment list, shopping list, step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting, storage tips, and photo gallery.
• Technologies: N/A (Guide/Documentation).
  Link: GitHub Repository

• Contributions: 24 in the last year
• Recent Activity: Active in Scala-with-Apache-Spark, Audio-Intelligence, and Malaya-Brisket-Smoke projects.

• Website: https://zoolhelmy.com
• GitHub: https://github.com/zoolhelmy
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoolhelmy
• Email: Available via personal website contact form or private message in LinkedIn