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ABOUT & STRATEGY
CARD 01 // OVERVIEW ABOUT ALi

ALi Habbache

I'm a Technical Product Leader at IBM Software, focused on building AI-powered developer platforms that improve how enterprises plan, build, deploy, and operate software. My career sits at the intersection of technology, product strategy, enterprise customers, and commercial growth — progressing from technical architecture through customer transformation into product management and adoption leadership.

Today I own the strategy and roadmap for IBM DevOps Loop — IBM's AI-driven value stream management and software delivery intelligence platform. I'm particularly interested in AI-native developer experiences, platform engineering, DevOps, and product-led growth.

ALi Habbache
ALi Habbache
Technical Product Manager · IBM
IBM DevOps Loop AI Platforms Product-Led Growth MSc AI PSPO II MentorCruise
London, UK · IBM Software
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What I Build

AI-powered developer platforms that help enterprises plan, build, deploy, and operate software more intelligently. Currently owning the full product lifecycle for IBM DevOps Loop — from strategy and discovery through to delivery and growth.

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How I Think

I combine technical depth with commercial rigour — translating customer telemetry, usage analytics, and market intelligence into product requirements, business cases, and measurable outcomes across Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and CS.

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What I've Delivered

60% reduction in manual deployment workflows. 22% YoY platform usage growth. £1.2M in influenced pipeline. Built four scalable platforms on IBM GitHub Enterprise serving 40 engineers across 7 enterprise software teams.

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Beyond IBM

Accepted into MentorCruise to mentor engineers and technical specialists transitioning into product management. Completing an MSc in Artificial Intelligence — deepening expertise in ML, deep learning, and AI strategy.

CARD 02 // CAREER EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
IBM SOFTWARE · GREATER LONDON
Career Progression

Experience & Skills

Sep 2026 — Present Now
Technical Product Manager
IBM — London, UK

Own the strategy and roadmap for IBM DevOps Loop — IBM's AI-driven value stream management and software delivery intelligence platform — aligning investment with customer needs and business objectives across the full product lifecycle. Drive adoption, retention, and revenue growth through data-driven decisions using customer telemetry, usage analytics, and market intelligence. Lead cross-functional execution across Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success.

Value Stream Management AI Platforms Product Roadmap
Sep 2026 — Present Now
Product & Technical Career Mentor
MentorCruise — Greater London, UK

Supporting engineers and technical professionals moving into product management, drawing on my own path from systems architecture into Technical Product Management at IBM. Focus areas: breaking into PM, product strategy, roadmapping, and navigating technical-to-product career transitions.

Mentoring Technical PM
Feb 2026 — Sep 2026
Client Adoption Engineering Lead (Technical PM)
IBM — Hursley, UK (Hybrid)

Directed a cross-functional Product & Adoption organisation of up to 40 CAEs across 7 core enterprise software teams. Architected and launched four scalable product platforms on IBM GitHub Enterprise: CAE Onboarding Academy (−2 weeks time-to-value), CAE Deployment Accelerator (−60% manual deployments), CAE Engagement Model (−45% communication overhead), and CAE Impact Dashboard (executive analytics across all 7 units).

−60% Deployment Effort −2wk Time-to-Value 40-Person Org
Jan 2025 — Dec 2025
Product Management Leader & Advisory CSM
IBM — London, UK

Led cross-functional team delivering product prototype on time. Defined AI-driven features projected to increase adoption by 18%. Generated £500K in upsell and influenced £1.2M in new business.

£1.2M Pipeline £500K Upsell
Jun 2024 — Dec 2024
Advisory Customer Success Manager
IBM — London, UK

Delivered multi-portfolio cloud solutions across Automation, FinOps, Data/AI, and Security. Influenced £1.2M in new business and increased adoption readiness by 40%.

Jul 2022 — Jun 2024
Customer Success Manager — Automation
IBM — London, UK

Scaled automation platform usage 22% YOY across strategic enterprise accounts through targeted adoption strategies, contributing £800K in incremental revenue.

22% YoY Growth £800K Revenue
Aug 2018 — Jun 2022
Solutions Architect & Product Integration
De La Rue — Basingstoke, UK

Designed integration solutions supporting £10M+ proposals. Optimized workflows improving efficiency by 12% and reducing downtime by 30%.

Apr 2017 — Jul 2018
IT Manager & Integration Leader
Ajman Academy — UAE

Led IT infrastructure and integration projects for an international educational institution. Deployed Apple and Google classroom technology across the school estate.

CARD 03 // TESTIMONIALS WHAT PEOPLE SAY
8 VERIFIED ENDORSEMENTS
Social Proof

What People Say

"ALi is tenacious, growth-minded individual who is always proactively seeking solutions to challenges and problems. In meetings, Ali asks thoughtful questions, showcasing his skills in active listening. It's been wonderful to see Ali actively applying advice and recommendations given, resulting in him making great strides towards becoming an effective product manager."

Grace Robinson
Product Manager | Developer Experience & Java Tooling Strategy | iMBA

"I have been working with ALi for some time now. At his instigation we have had regular sessions to discuss multiple aspects of product management with each call focused on a critical area. ALi came prepared with meticulous research and focused questions. I will look forward to further discussions as ALi continues his Product Management skill growth."

Leif Davidsen
Program Director, Product Management for IBM Cloud Pak for Integration

"Ali demonstrates just what you want to see in up and coming technology professionals — growth mindset with a proactive and forthright approach to request guidance and feedback. He questioned to deeply understand and then put into practice. And then something you don't often see — he reported back. His approach will no doubt bear a great product leader."

Benjamin Hickey
Technology Executive | Systems Engineering · Management Consulting

"I worked with Ali at De La Rue. Ali is full of energy and is keen to help his colleagues in any situation. He has excellent technical knowledge and is keen to learn new areas of work. Ali builds good working relationships with customers and stakeholders to achieve great outcomes."

Andy Stephens
Senior Product Manager | 15+ Years Experience

"Ali is a joy to work with. He is full of passion, motivation, dedication and commitment, not only to his own role but for the overall business and the people within it. He builds strong relationships, will go above and beyond to help people, and is always looking at ways to develop himself and the business he works within."

Nicole Paddon
Group HR Business Partner at De La Rue

"I had the opportunity to work with Ali on a project focused on app integration. Ali was highly detail-oriented, collaborative, and proactive throughout the process. He brought clarity to complex topics and ensured the final output was well-organised and practical. It was a pleasure working with him."

Goutham Bhaskar A
IIM Trichy | Product Manager at IBM

"Working with ALi Habbache was amazing. I found him as someone with great experience and profound knowledge of business solutions. Proactive, ambitious, committed and broad-minded perfectionist. His performance at Ajman Academy was golden. He most definitely shines in a fast-paced environment."

Dr. Tassos Anastasiades
International School Development Expert | IB Authorisation Specialist

"Ali is a proactive, sparky individual who can always be relied upon during the last hour. His energy bounces across every call and he energises everyone around him. His positive approach and attitude is second to none and technical knowledge is always valued when working on bids with him."

Sharan Gill CP APMP
Associate Director Compliance & Risk at Crane Authentication
CARD 04 // CONNECT LET'S CONNECT
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Get in Touch

Let's Connect

I'm always open to strategic conversations — whether that's product leadership opportunities, advisory work, mentoring, or just talking shop about AI platforms, DevOps, and product-led growth.

Location
London, United Kingdom
Currently
Technical Product Manager @ IBM · Product Mentor @ MentorCruise
Open to conversations

Whether you're a founder looking for product advisory, a professional transitioning into PM, or exploring collaboration — reach out. I respond to every message.