Dec 2019 – May 2021 · 1 yr 5 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

• Acting as a CIO of Xpress Money (A company under the Finablr – UAE Exchange Group) based out of Dubai, United Arab Emirates [Joined in December 2019]. Reporting to the Group CIO. Managing Xpress Money IT Department, which has a team size of more than 120 out of Unimoni -Finablr.
• Direct the planning and execution of XpressMoney’s overall technology vision, shaping its technical strategy, and driving its development execution that will firmly place the group as the leader in the Financial Services industry.
• Lead and manage the development of Corporate Research & Technology guidelines, procedures and methodologies to contribute towards creation of Technical Centre of Excellence in Finablr and Group Companies. Manage all research & technology development efforts and lead the deployment efforts to ensure effective development of new products/solutions using Scaled Agile Framework and in addressing the operational challenges.
• Lead the identification, monitoring and, in conjunction with business, the licensing/acquisition of new technologies and alliances that can be incorporated into the company's current and future products.
• Build and maintain a system to manage all Programs and projects, including a rigorous review process, in order to ensure attainment of key milestones and adherence to project specifications, timelines and budgets.
• Formulate and implement the long-term strategy with respect to new and emerging technologies that advance objectives in line with the strategic vision.
• Develop and manage the Division annual budget in line with the Function’s business objectives and operational plans ensuring that adequate funding provision is made for all Division activities.
• Review, develop and recommend the appropriate organization structure for the Division that will best utilize human capital while proactively incorporating sustainability into the on-going work practices to meet the business objectives.

Apr 2017 – Nov 2019 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

• Create a vision for RBL FinServe (A Subsidiary of RBL Bank, Formerly known as Swadhaar FinServe) IT within the organisation, communicate it to employees and lead and motivate the team to achieve the vision.
• Develop an IT strategy which identifies the future direction of the use of technology within the organisation to drive efficiencies.
• Provide advice to COO, CEO and other HODs on the IT Infrastructure and IT applications to overcome business challenges with the use of technology.
• To identify solutions and opportunities to improve organisational performance.
• Optimising current IT solutions whilst promoting innovative solutions to operational challenges.
• Applying a structured methodology and lead change management activities. Prepare and implement project plans to achieve the desired outcomes.
• Controlling and Managing the project resources and budget.
• Procure, negotiate, manage and monitor of contracts for IT services provided by third parties ensuring effective service delivery.
• Manage the relationships with contractors and suppliers.
• Procurement of efficient and cost effective technological equipment & software. Vendor management and service delivery standards.
• To contribute to the development, implementation and review of Corporate strategies, annual project plans, policies and procedures.
• To develop and maintain positive relationships with key partners and stakeholders.
• To ensure effective management of staff and resources promoting team building and collaborative working to deliver the corporate plan.
• To provide clear, succinct and cogent reports to required deadlines for the Board, Committees, the Chief Executive, Management Teams and key stakeholders as required.
• To manage the IT budgets achieving Value for Money.
• Optimizing and managing the technology in a manner it delivers high efficiency with sufficient resilience and yet managing costs effectively.
• To have a comprehensive IT Security & Risk framework.

Sep 2014 – Apr 2017 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

• Vistaar’s Second Line command of Technology next to the Chief Information Officer.
• Leading entire Vistaar IT & ITES Functions.
• Formulate and deploy long-term strategic plans for acquiring and enabling efficient and cost-effective information processing and communication technologies.
• Manage IT department operational and strategic planning, including business requirements, project planning, and organizing and negotiating the allocation of resources.
• Planning the delivery of the overall programs and their activities in accordance with the mission and the goals of the organization.
• Define and communicate project milestones, service level agreements, and resource allocation to Executive Team, Department Heads, support staff, and end users.
• Work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of FOCUS.
• Develop and review budgets for and from IT department divisions and ensure they comply with stated goals, guidelines, and objectives.
• Establish and maintain regular written and in-person communications with the CEO, COO, CIO, organization’s executives, Department Heads, and end users regarding pertinent IT activities.
• Monitoring and assessing new Technologies.
• Strategic Project implementation and Execution.
• Direct research on potential technology solutions and implementations in support of new initiatives, opportunities, and procurement efforts.
• Oversee negotiation and administration of vendor, outsourcer, and service agreements.
• Develop and implement all IT policies and procedures, including those for architecture, security, disaster recovery, standards, purchasing, and service provision.
• Review performance of IT systems to determine operating costs, productivity levels, and upgrade requirements.
• Where necessary, re-engineer applications support to ensure it aligns with business processes, tactical planning, and strategic vision.

Jan 2012 – Sep 2014 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Bangalore · On-site

• Managing Oracle E-Business Suite applications that support business processes such as finance, supply chain, and human resources.
• System Administration - Setting up access control, security policies, and role-based access control (RBAC) within Oracle EBS.
• Application Management - Configuring and maintaining Oracle EBS modules like General Ledger, Fixed Assets, and Cash Management.
• User Support & Training - Assisting business users in adopting best practices and providing training.
• Testing & Upgrades - Managing test scripts, patches, and upgrades for Oracle R12 financial applications.
• Overseeing database architecture, performance optimization, and security.
• Database Design & Implementation - Developing scalable database solutions to support enterprise applications.
• Performance Tuning - Optimizing database queries and indexing strategies for efficiency.
• Security & Compliance - Ensuring data integrity, implementing security policies, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.
• Team Leadership - Managing database engineers, coordinating projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Hands On with the below Products:
• Oracle Database 10g
• Oracle Database 11gR2
• Oracle Database 12C
• Oracle E-Business Suite 11.5.10.2
• Oracle E-Business Suite 12.1.3
• Oracle Configuration Management & upgrade
• Oracle Workflow
• Oracle Concurrent Manager
• Oracle User Management
• Oracle Alert.

Aug 2010 – Jan 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos · United States · On-site

• Project Title : Logitech - All Oracle Products
• Client : Logitech, USA.
• Synopsis : Logitech products are distributed in more than 100 countries worldwide through retail channels or via our strategic partnerships with top-tier PC manufacturers. Logitech has sales offices in major cities in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
• Role - Team Leader :
• Preparing weekly status report and presenting to client.
• Briefing the team with team strategy and planning.
• Providing Technical Assistance to the Team Members.
• Providing relevant feedback regarding Team Members’ performance both in the professional as well as personal front to the management.
• Effectively communicating with the team and helping them in having a clear picture of the different business modules, their implementation and execution.
• Hands On with the below Products:
• Oracle E-Business Suite 11.5.10.2
• Oracle E-Business Suite12.1.3
• Oracle SOA Suite 10.1.3.3.0
• Oracle OBIEE 10.1.3.4.1
• Linux & AIX Servers
• Oracle 10g Database.

Jun 2007 – Aug 2010 · 3 yrs 2 mos · United Kingdom · On-site

• Project Title : PMF Oracle Support
• Client : British Telecom, United Kingdom.
• Synopsis : PMF (Product Master Files) is maintaining the Data for British Telecom -MDM (Mater Data Management System). Telecom products data is maintained by Oracle EBS-PIM (Product Information Management). This application has Oracle Database and Oracle E-Business Suite -PIM module and Oracle SOA Suite applications. Oracle Product Information Management (PIM), an enterprise data management solution that enables customers to centralize all product information from heterogeneous systems, creating a single product repository that can be leveraged across all functional departments like Geneva, Amdocs, OneSiebel, OneView, MPBD etc.SOA Suite (ESB and BPEL) is used for integration to non-Oracle downstream system.
• Role : Worked as an important Technical Team Member.
• Hands On with the below Products:
• Oracle EBS 12.0.3
• Oracle SOA Suite 10.1.3.0
• Windows 2003 Server
• Oracle 10g Database.