Umer Riaz
About Umer Riaz
Umer Riaz serves as the Senior Director of Engineering for Platforms and Frameworks, specializing in technologies such as ASP.NET MVC, WebAPI, C#, Java, and JavaScript. He has a strong background in architecting scalable web applications in SaaS environments and has extensive experience in team leadership and product management.
Work at Cvent
Umer Riaz serves as the Senior Director of Engineering, Platforms and Frameworks at Cvent. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of engineering strategies that enhance the company's technology platforms. His responsibilities include architecting scalable web applications and ensuring the successful deployment and monitoring of software solutions. Riaz's leadership extends to managing engineering teams, focusing on delivering innovative solutions that drive revenue growth for the organization.
Education and Expertise
Umer Riaz has an extensive educational background from George Mason University. He earned a Master of Business Administration from 2012 to 2015, following a Master’s degree in Computer Science from 2002 to 2006. Additionally, he completed his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from 2000 to 2002. His academic qualifications complement his technical expertise in a variety of programming languages and frameworks, including ASP.NET MVC, WebAPI, C#, Java, and JavaScript.
Background
Umer Riaz has a diverse professional background that includes significant experience in software operations, product management, and team leadership. He has worked extensively in architecting and designing highly scalable web applications in Software as a Service (SaaS) environments. His experience encompasses building, deploying, and monitoring software, as well as mentoring engineers and scaling development teams to meet organizational goals.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Riaz specializes in a wide range of technologies and possesses a strong technical background. His expertise includes coding, architectural design, and setting up builds and deployments. He is proficient in various databases and frameworks, which enables him to engage in hands-on coding when necessary. His ability to lead teams in delivering new revenue lines and augmenting existing ones highlights his skills in both technical and managerial aspects of engineering.
Leadership and Team Management
Umer Riaz has demonstrated leadership capabilities by leading teams of engineers in various projects. His experience as a product manager has involved driving research and development efforts to innovate and improve product offerings. Riaz is known for his ability to mentor engineers and effectively scale development teams, ensuring that they are equipped to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving technology landscape.