Afzal Mazhar

Afzal Mazhar is a seasoned professional with a robust background in software development and data management. Currently serving as a Software Practice Lead at Confluent since October 2022, Mazhar focuses on Developer Enablement within the Office of the CTO. Previously, a significant tenure at Bloomberg LP involved enhancing data accessibility through effective data lakes strategies. Earlier experiences include serving as a Solutions Architect at Level M Computing, where Mazhar transitioned medical applications to web-based services, and working as an Adjunct Faculty member at NYU's Leadership & Human Capital Management Department. Additional roles include Senior Developer at KBC Financial Products, Project Manager at Information Builders, and Programmer/Analyst at Market Data Corporation. Mazhar holds a BSE in Electrical Engineering from Princeton University and an MSE in Computer Science & Engineering from the University of Michigan.