Abdulrahman AlQallaf

Decluttering my mind into the web ...






I use Data and AI to move organizations forward.

With 12+ years of experience across top Kuwaiti banks, I have successfully led enterprise-scale initiatives that translated strategy into measurable impact. My strength lies in defining and executing data and AI strategies, building high-performing teams, and bridging the gap between technical execution and business outcomes.

If you are interested in working with me, please send an email to info.abd.moh.alqallaf@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.


Experience


Gulf Bank – Senior Manager, Data Science Department

Jan 2022 → Nov 2025

  • Led the data team through a strategic core transformation project.
  • Defined enterprise data strategy, designed and implemented enterprise data marts.
  • Delivered a data solution that improved bank-wide compliance metrics by more than 30X.
  • Part of digital transformation initiatives and unlocking potential in digital banking data.
  • Development of machine learning models such as churn prediction and next best offer.
  • Developed a customer lifetime value methodology.

Boubyan Bank – Lead AI Scientist

Jun 2017 → Dec 2021

  • Developed and deployed the first AI recommendation system in the mobile app, enhancing customer experience.
  • Launched "Boubyan Spending Insights," Kuwait's first consumer spending intelligence feature.
  • Built end-to-end ML pipelines and data marts, enhancing model deployment and governance.
  • Led the first comprehensive mobile app analytics initiative, delivering actionable insights that shaped product roadmap and user experience optimization.

National Bank of Kuwait – MIS Analyst

Mar 2013 → Feb 2016

  • Led the enterprise-scale "Lead Management System" project (1,000+ users), from design to execution.
  • Conducted branch utilization studies, improving customer experience and staffing efficiency.
  • Recipient of multiple excellence awards, including Certificate of Recognition (2016) and MVP (2014).

Education


  • Master of Computer Science (Big Data) – Arizona State University
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Gulf University for Science and Technology
  • Bachelor of Computer Science – Kuwait University

Skills


Technical: SQL, Python, Airflow, Snowflake, dbt, SAS, Power BI, Tableau, Django, Git, Linux, C/C++

Core: Leadership, Analytical Thinking, Adaptability, Lifelong Learning, Clear Communication

Languages: Arabic (native), English (bilingual)