Hakim Zakaria

IT Manager | System Integration | Data Automation

Transforming complex business processes through innovative technology solutions

HZ
17+

Years Experience

50+

Projects Delivered

7

Industries Served

Professional Summary

With over 17 years of experience in the telecommunications and IT industry, I specialize in system integration, data automation, and IT management. I have delivered complex projects across leading companies including Telekom Malaysia, Maxis, Astro, CSG International, IBM, Digi and MHZ System Solution.

Expert in API integrations, data migration, automation, and reporting using Python, PHP, SQL, and Power BI. Strong background in project delivery, stakeholder communication, and cross-functional leadership.

Currently IT Manager at MHZ System Solution, building scalable solutions that streamline business processes and improve operational efficiency.

Professional Experience

IT Manager

MHZ System Solution

2021 - Present
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Led system integration for insurance, events, and automation clients
  • Architected scalable web apps using PHP, Python, and modern JS
  • Delivered 20+ projects on time and within budget
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Overseeing IT operations, integrations, and automation solutions across multiple clients and industries.

Senior System Integration Specialist

Telekom Malaysia

2018 - 2021
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Designed and implemented DNB 5G integrations via REST APIs
  • Migrated legacy systems to cloud architectures
  • Cut integration time by 40% through automation
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Specialized in 5G network integration, API development, and system architecture.

System Integration Engineer

Maxis

2016 - 2018
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Built BLE mobile apps for customer engagement
  • Integrated SPI systems for billing and CRM
  • Delivered cross-team telecom solutions
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Focused on mobile applications and backend integrations.

Integration Specialist

Astro

2014 - 2016
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Implemented CMS integrations for media delivery
  • Automated content delivery workflows
  • Managed third-party API integrations
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Worked on media CMS and content delivery platform integrations.

Senior Consultant

CSG International

2012 - 2014
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Led billing system migration projects (CSG)
  • Designed data migration strategies
  • Provided technical consulting across SEA
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Telecom billing migration and implementation leadership.

IT Consultant

IBM

2010 - 2012
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Delivered enterprise IT solutions for finance and telco
  • Managed projects end-to-end from requirements to deployment
  • Implemented integration and data management best practices
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Enterprise consulting focused on integration and process optimization.

Network Engineer

Digi

2008 - 2010
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • Managed and optimized network infrastructure
  • Supported operations and troubleshooting
  • Contributed to network expansion projects
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Early career supporting telco infrastructure and operations.

Featured Projects

Insurance Automation System

End‑to‑end automation for policy onboarding, validation and reporting — reduced manual processing 60% and improved SLA adherence.

Python PHP MySQL REST APIs Power BI

Event Registration System

Platform dengan pendaftaran, bayaran, QR check‑in, dan dashboard aktiviti. Diguna untuk penganjuran acara berskala ribuan peserta.

PHP MySQL JavaScript QR Payment Gateway

DNB 5G Integration

Reka bentuk dan implementasi integrasi rangkaian 5G menggunakan REST — orchestrated multi‑system provisioning & monitoring.

Python REST APIs JSON Cloud

CSG Billing Migration

Pindah turun sistem billing legasi ke platform CSG tanpa downtime, dengan strategi ETL yang terbukti.

ETL SQL CSG Migration

BLE Mobile App

Aplikasi BLE untuk engagement & proximity services — integrasi beacon, notifikasi dan analitik.

JavaScript React Native BLE

SPI Integration

Integrasi SPI untuk billing/CRM merentas platform dengan transformasi data yang stabil dan boleh audit.

System Integration SOAP/REST Transformation

Skills & Expertise

Programming & Automation

Python PHP JavaScript SQL Bash Automation Tools

Data Engineering

ETL Data Migration Data Integration Database Design ETL Tools

DevOps

CI/CD Cloud System Integration API Development REST/SOAP

Reporting & Analytics

Power BI Data Visualization Business Intelligence Analytics Dashboard Design

Compliance & Governance

ISO IT Governance Risk Management Project Management Agile/Scrum

Certifications

MBOT Graduate Technologist

2023

Completed

Professional Technologist

2024

Pending

AWS Solutions Architect

2024

Upcoming

Power BI Data Analyst

2024

Upcoming
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Education

Bachelor in Computer Engineering

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

2008

MBOT Graduate Technologist

Malaysian Board of Technologists

2023

Professional Technologist

Malaysian Board of Technologists

Pending

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Languages

English

10/10

Native

Bahasa Malaysia

10/10

Native

Bahasa Indonesia

8/10

Professional

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Direct Contact

Email: mhakim.zakaria@gmail.com

Phone: +60 12-290 3143

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia