Chief Technology Officer

Khaled Eweis

Senior technology executive and CTO with 34 years of leadership across broadcast engineering, media operations, OTT/IPTV streaming, and large-scale platform transformation. Proven expertise in defining technology strategy, modernizing infrastructure, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering resilient 24/7 broadcast and streaming environments.

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Technical Skills & Expertise

Leadership & Strategy

  • →CTO Leadership and Technology Strategy
  • →Digital Transformation and Infrastructure Modernization
  • →Vendor Management, RFPs, and Contract Negotiation

Media & Broadcast

  • →Broadcast Engineering and Media Operations
  • →OTT/IPTV and Streaming Platforms
  • →Playout Automation, Scheduling, QC, and Content Workflows

Architecture & Integration

  • →Platform Architecture and API Integration
  • →Workflow Orchestration and Automation
  • →Systems Interoperability and Data Architecture

Cloud & Infrastructure

  • →AWS, Azure, Hybrid Infrastructure
  • →Data Center Design and Enterprise Infrastructure
  • →High Availability, Redundancy, and Failover Design

Security & Resilience

  • →Cybersecurity, Data Protection, and Operational Resilience
  • →Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
  • →Risk Management and Incident Response

Data & Innovation

  • →Analytics-Driven Optimization and KPIs
  • →AI-Enabled Automation and Analytics
  • →Recommendation Logic and Intelligent Matching

Key Technologies & Platforms

Media & Broadcast: Playout automation, Ingest, MAM, Scheduling, QC, Compliance recording/logging, Graphics, Studios, Transmission, Satellite/Terrestrial distribution, Master Control Operations (MCR)

OTT/IPTV & Streaming: Live & VOD platforms, Multi-device apps (Smart TV, Mobile, Web), Encoding/Transcoding, Packaging, Adaptive streaming (HLS/DASH), CDN delivery, DRM, Ad insertion (SSAI/DAI)

Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, Data Centers, Virtualization, Storage, Backup and Recovery, High Availability, Capacity Planning, Redundancy and Failover Design

Professional Experience

Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer

ZokaiHub

Cairo, Egypt

2024 - Present

  • •Architecting a multi-sided AI-enabled marketplace platform, including technology stack selection, cloud infrastructure, API design, and data architecture
  • •Embedding intelligent matching, workflow automation, recommendation logic, cybersecurity standards, and analytics-driven optimization for scalable growth

Technical Consultant

Freelance

Cairo, Egypt

2018 - Present

  • •Advising clients on broadcast technology, digital media systems, infrastructure modernization, backup and recovery, security, and data center solutions
  • •Supporting media and broadcasting projects in Egypt through technology planning, architecture guidance, and implementation oversight

Chief Technology Officer

Egyptian Media Group

Cairo, Egypt

2017 - 2018

  • •Directed technology operations across four major Egyptian broadcast networks, covering IT, broadcast engineering, studios, telecommunications, transmission, software infrastructure, data security, and digital media
  • •Led resilience and modernization initiatives with a technology budget of approximately EGP 20 million

Managing Director

Melody Entertainment Inc.

Delaware, USA

2012 - 2016

  • •Planned and operated an internet streaming media business and six live Arabic channels serving North America and Canada
  • •Expanded delivery into multiple IPTV and OTT applications across PCs, smart TVs, smartphones, and tablets

Managing Director

Melody Entertainment Gulf Ltd. FZ

Dubai, UAE

2010 - 2012

  • •Led the relocation of operations from Egypt to Dubai Free Zone, completing company formation, licensing, and operational transfer within nine months
  • •Maintained continuity of playout, content workflows, and advertising operations during the transition

Chief Technology Officer

Global Digital Media Co. (Melody Group)

Cairo, Egypt

2000 - 2010

  • •Designed and launched a digital playout and data processing center within one year
  • •Built a scalable media technology foundation that expanded from one live TV channel to six and from one FM radio station to four, reaching audiences in more than 17 countries

Earlier Career

  • •The American University in Cairo (AUC): Technical Manager, Administrative Computing Service (1994 - 2000)
  • •Digital Equipment Co. (DEC): Technical Support Manager / System Support Engineer (1992 - 1994)
  • •Giza Systems Engineering Co.: System Network Support Engineer (1988 - 1992)

Selected Executive Achievements

✓Implemented one of the Middle East's first fully automated tapeless broadcast playout centers integrating ingest, MAM, scheduling, logging, graphics, IVR, messaging gateways, and internet applications

✓Led a 150-person multidisciplinary team to establish a large-scale playout and data processing center within one year

✓Planned, launched, and operated IPTV and OTT live channels and on-demand streaming services delivering Arabic content across the Middle East, North America, and Canada

✓Relocated Melody broadcast operations from Egypt to Dubai Free Zone within nine months without disrupting broadcast or advertising continuity

✓Managed multi-channel media operations with responsibility for approximately EGP 60 million in budget and EGP 125 million in revenue

✓Designed broadcast and data center capabilities supporting television, radio, and digital media operations across multiple countries

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering

Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University

1988

Industry Exposure

CABSAT NAB IBC MIPCOM IPTV World Forum RSA

Certifications & Specializations

Broadcast & Media Technology

Extensive expertise in broadcast playout automation, media asset management, streaming platforms, and content delivery networks

Cloud Infrastructure & Architecture

Advanced proficiency in AWS, Azure, hybrid cloud solutions, and enterprise infrastructure design

Cybersecurity & Data Protection

Deep expertise in security architecture, disaster recovery, business continuity, and compliance

Leadership & Strategic Planning

34 years of executive leadership in technology strategy, vendor management, and large-scale transformations

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Contact Information

Location

Giza, Egypt

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