Vaibhav Padole

CEO

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland17 yrs 6 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in leading cross-functional teams and Agile methodologies.
Proven track record in application integration and API management.
Strong vendor management and communication skills.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert specializing in application integration and project management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Application IntegrationVendor ManagementSecurity ManagementProject Management

Other Skills

API Management using SwaggerAPI managementAgile Application DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesB2B integrationBudgetingCloud ComputingEAIEclipseEnterprise ArchitectureFinancial AccountingGitIBM DataPowerJIRAJSON

About

Project Management and Leadership: Leading cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, and delivering solutions within budget and scope. Strong advocate of Agile methodologies. Facilitation of scrum events. IT Service Management and Application Management: Change and incident management, problem investigations, asset management, vulnerability management, datacenter failover execution, infrastructure management, risk management, vendor management. People Leadership: PLD execution, performance dialogs, PIP execution, CoA management, Vendor visits Application Integration: Knowledge on IBM DataPower, API Connect, MQ, Tibco, security concepts and how application integration Vendor Management and Communication: Handling vendor and license contracts, contract negotiations, supplier management, strong communication and attention to details

Experience

Nordea

3 roles

Head of Integration Products & Delivery

Promoted

Jun 2025 – Present · 9 mos

I lead platform products and delivery, with a passion for building teams and solutions that make technology simpler, faster, and more reliable. My experience spans integration, API platforms, and large-scale migrations—helping organizations modernize while keeping delivery smooth and impactful. I enjoy connecting product vision with real outcomes, and creating platforms that empower people to do their best work.

Head of Digital Technology Execution

Promoted

Jun 2023 – Jul 2025 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Leading a team of 17 members in project execution, resourcing, schedule, and risk management at Nordea
Acted as the point of escalation for technical issues, focusing on integration solutions and process improvement
Responsible for recruitment, promotions, team chemistry, and skills development
Enhanced workflows, documented best practices, and managed business critical applications

Senior IT Infrastructure Specialist

Nov 2020 – May 2023 · 2 yrs 6 mos

Led a team of 12 for DataPower, providing training and overseeing engineering and operations.
Coordinated Disaster Recovery tests for multiple applications in Nordea's OneDigital Unit.
Ensured compliance with infrastructure security baselines, vulnerabilities, and change management processes.

Tietoevry finland oy

Senior Technical Lead

Jul 2019 – Oct 2020 · 1 yr 3 mos · Espoo, Southern Finland, Finland

Led integration of Mobile Banking application, B2B integration, and API management for a top Scandinavian bank.
Designed end-to-end solutions using IBM DataPower Gateway XI52 for security and file transfer.
Implemented security policies and SSL/TLS certificates on various DataPower devices.
Upgraded firmware and managed REST APIs using IBM API Connect.

Tieto india pvt.ltd

3 roles

Senior Technical Lead

Promoted

Apr 2017 – Jul 2019 · 2 yrs 3 mos

In my role as a Senior Technical Lead at Tieto India Pvt. Ltd in Pune, India, I spearheaded the integration of Mobile Banking applications, B2B integration, and API management for a leading Scandinavian bank. Utilizing IBM DataPower Gateway XI52, I designed end-to-end solutions for security, transformations, and file transfer in a heterogeneous environment. Additionally, I implemented security policies such as SSL/TLS certificates, encryption, and SAML across various DataPower devices, ensuring a secure and efficient system.

Lead Software Engineer

Apr 2015 – Mar 2017 · 1 yr 11 mos

Designed end-to-end solutions using IBM DataPower Gateway XI52 for security, transformations, and file transfer in a heterogeneous environment.
Led integration projects for a top Scandinavian bank, focusing on Mobile Banking, B2B integration, and API management.
Coordinated with clients, stakeholders, and development teams to ensure project goals were met and requirements understood.

Senior Software Engineer

Jul 2013 – Mar 2015 · 1 yr 8 mos

Led integration projects for a top Scandinavian bank, focusing on mobile banking, B2B integration, and API management.
Coordinated with clients, stakeholders, and development teams to ensure project goals were met.
Utilized Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA/Rally to ensure efficient project management.
Led daily scrum calls and retrospective meetings to maintain effective communication within the team.

Cognizant

IBM WebSphere Datapower Consultant

Dec 2010 – Jun 2013 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Pune Area, India

Implemented Access Gateway middleware solution using DataPower for UK based clients O2 and Orange UK.
Deployed project packages using deployment scripts and manual DataPower deployments.
Supported DataPower Consulting for SOA Web Service.
Responsible for all release/deliverables.

Tata consultancy services

Assistant System Engineer

Mar 2008 – Nov 2010 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Developed Java-based functionalities for RBI payment application, including commission calculations and report generation.
Tested and implemented JSP screens using Struts framework and other technologies like Servlets and MQ Messaging.
Built utilities for maintaining Java programming in Struts framework at Tata Consultancy Services.