The appointment of Ahmed Sharif as the new Chief Technology Officer has been announced by Sandsoft Games, a game developer, publisher, and investor prioritizing mobile platforms. Ahmed Sharif, who previously held the position of Head of AR, VR, Metaverse Automation, and Platform Engineering at Meta, brings his expertise to this new role.
A major leap in Sandsoft Games’ global gaming journey with Ahmed Sharif
Ahmed’s selection marks another important step in Sandsoft’s journey toward establishing itself as a prominent worldwide force in mobile gaming. Tasked with spearheading technological advancements and creative breakthroughs throughout the company, this adept leader will be overseeing a varied global workforce exceeding 50 individuals. This workforce is distributed across Sandsoft’s main hub in Riyadh, along with its branches in Barcelona, Helsinki, and Shanghai.
It goes without saying that Ahmed is a significant hire for Sandsoft. He has spearheaded engineering strategy for many of the most recognizable commercial technology products and worked on globally renowned gaming titles. I’m excited to welcome him to the team and convinced that he’ll play a major role in driving the next phase of Sandsoft’s growth.
David Fernandez, CEO of Sandsoft Games
Ahmed’s primary objectives will revolve around elevating and expanding the Sandsoft Publishing Platform. Furthermore, he will provide technical guidance for the company’s internal game development projects, offering support and leadership to both the creative studio and the engineering units as they progress in their developmental endeavors.
Ahmed Sharif boasts an impressive career with gaming titans
In his capacity as a senior engineering leader and strategist, Ahmed leverages his considerable expertise in constructing software and hardware designed to enhance the realm of gaming. His professional journey thus far has encompassed renowned gaming enterprises like EA, Sony Interactive Entertainment, and Criterion Games.
Throughout my career I’ve worked on technology and content that delivers unforgettable gaming experiences. Sandsoft’s commitment to creating engaging and diverse games aligns really well with that objective, with a team that brings the best of cross-platform gaming to accessible, mobile-first environments. I believe Sandsoft is primed to become a leader in the global games industry and I’m looking forward to playing my part.
Ahmed Sharif, Chief Technology Officer at Sandsoft
He has been instrumental in the creation of prominent titles including Need for Speed and Pearl’s Peril. Ahmed’s accomplishments extend beyond just overseeing the global launch of Meta Quest 2; he has also been actively involved in the inception of PSVR1, PS4, and PS4 Pro, in addition to contributing to the development of EA’s Frostbite game engine.
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