Vivek Bhandari

CEO

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia10 yrs 9 mos experience
AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • 20+ years in enterprise architecture and technology leadership.
  • Expert in digital transformation and platform modernization.
  • Certified in TOGAF, PMP, and cloud technologies.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert with a strong focus on enterprise architecture and integration solutions.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technology ArchitectureBankingMulesoft Anypoint PlatformSolution ArchitectureBusiness Process ManagementTelecom BssSiebel CrmData WarehousingCrmEaiSiebelApplication Configuration

Other Skills

AI/ML modelsAPI DesignerAPI GatewayAgile & Waterfall MethodologiesAgile Application DevelopmentAgile MethodologiesAmazon Web Services (AWS)Application Programming Interfaces (API)ArchimateArchitectureAxway API GatewayAzure Integration ServicesAzure servicesBFSIBI Publisher

About

Seasoned Enterprise Architect and Technology Delivery Leader with over 20 years of experience across Banking, CRM, Finance, and Marketing domains. Proven track record of enabling digital transformation, platform modernization, and intelligent automation across Malaysia, Singapore, India, and the USA. Specialized in crafting scalable integration strategies leveraging SOA, ESB, API Gateways, Kafka, and cloud-native platforms (Azure, AWS). Expert in aligning architecture with business objectives through TOGAF-aligned frameworks, enterprise governance models, and domain-driven design (DDD). Led strategic initiatives in enterprise data integration, event-driven architecture, platform modernization (Siebel), and regional initiatives . Adept at managing multi-million-dollar portfolios, vendor ecosystems, and transformation programs with strong focus on compliance, resilience, and agility. Certified in TOGAF, PMP, PRINCE2, MuleSoft, Azure Architect (AZ-305), AWS Cloud Practitioner, and PSM. Seeking strategic leadership roles such as Enterprise Architecture to help organizations build future-ready digital ecosystems. Looking to connect with peers, hiring leaders, and transformation champions who are shaping the future of integrated, intelligent, and resilient digital enterprises.

Experience

10 yrs 9 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 3 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 8 mos
Current Experience

Maybank

Enterprise Technology Architect

Oct 2024 – Present · 1 yr 8 mos · WP. Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · On-site

  • Working in Maybank Malaysia as AVP and leading technology transformation in the bank in AI, Data, Integration and Infrastructure modernization.
  • Define regionalized architecture blueprints to meet localized compliance, optimize performance, and enhance customer experience across Southeast Asian banking markets using Azure services and Microsoft 365 capabilities.
  • Drive enterprise-wide automation and AI initiatives by integrating RPA, AI/ML models, and workflow orchestration into banking operations to reduce manual effort, mitigate risk, and enable intelligent decision-making.
  • Lead core banking modernization initiatives at Maybank by designing microservices-based, cloud-native architectures on Azure, replacing legacy monolithic systems to improve agility, scalability, and digital readiness.
  • Architect API-led and event-driven integration frameworks using MuleSoft and Azure Integration Services to unify core and peripheral banking systems, enabling real-time data exchange and seamless omnichannel experiences.
  • Standardize and modernize integration platforms by migrating from legacy ESB to API Gateway and event-driven architectures, accelerating fintech onboarding and digital product delivery using Azure DevOps and CI/CD best practices.
TOGAFTechnology ArchitectureBanking

Tata consultancy services

3 roles

Integration Architect , Enterprise Architecture

Aug 2024 – Oct 2024 · 2 mos

  • Client: Petronas Digital, Malaysia
  • Led end-to-end migration from Software AG WebMethods to MuleSoft CloudHub 2.0, enabling a scalable, cloud-native integration platform aligned with enterprise modernization goals.
  • Designed and developed RAML and SOAP-based APIs, implementing a 3-tier layered architecture to build a reusable 'Application Network' and ensure modular, maintainable API structures.
  • Managed full API lifecycle, including design, documentation, governance, policy enforcement, and hybrid deployment using API Designer, Runtime Manager, and Flex Gateway; resolved issues through advanced debugging and troubleshooting.
MuleSoft Anypoint PlatformDevOpsREST APIsSolution ArchitectureRAMLMuleSoft CloudHub+3

Associate Consultant, Enterprise Architecture

Promoted

Aug 2021 – Aug 2024 · 3 yrs

  • Client: CIMB Bank, Malaysia
  • Delivered enterprise integration and solution architecture for top-tier banking and ERP clients in Malaysia, including CIMB, enhancing customer journeys through API-led connectivity and digital process optimization.
  • Designed and implemented API-layered architecture using MuleSoft and other middleware tools, modernizing legacy integrations (e.g., IBM ESB and Axway API Gateway) to support real-time banking services and omnichannel experience.
  • Led automation initiatives by integrating RPA tools into critical banking operations, streamlining manual workflows, improving accuracy, and reducing operational costs across business functions.
  • Defined enterprise architecture roadmaps using TOGAF and ArchiMate standards, driving system rationalization, capacity planning, software upgrades, and documentation standardization aligned with regulatory and business requirements.
  • Established and mentored integration teams (C4E – Center for Enablement), setting up operating models, KPIs, and delivery governance to ensure timely and scalable project execution in line with banking transformation goals.
Technical RequirementsMuleSoft Anypoint PlatformTechnical DesignBFSIEngineering ManagementScrum+37

Senior Solutions Architect

Jan 2020 – Aug 2021 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Client: CIMB Bank
  • Worked as Technology Architect for CIMB Bank Malaysia on multiple technologies like BPM, API, Mulesoft which integrates various enterprise systems. Designed Solutions, worked on Budget Papers upto RM 20 mil, Infrastructure Upgrade Management, Automation Workflows. Used ArchiMate for TOGAF based architecture modelling for solution design
Technical RequirementsMuleSoft Anypoint PlatformEngineering ManagementUpgradesInfrastructureREST APIs+32

Encora technologies sdn bhd

Technology Lead and Delivery Manager

Jan 2016 – Jan 2020 · 4 yrs · Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · On-site

  • Client: CIMB Bank
  • Worked for CIMB Bank, Malaysia and lead the IBM BPM CoE for complete technical delivery. Worked on Infrastructure Architecture Design, Integration Solutions for various systems within the bank. Worked for Enterprise solution team and created EA designs for middleware and customer Facing applications
Technical RequirementsMuleSoft Anypoint PlatformTechnical DesignEngineering ManagementScrumInfrastructure+36

Apar technologies

2 roles

Principal Consultant

Oct 2014 – Jan 2016 · 1 yr 3 mos · Singapore · On-site

  • Client: Equinix Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
  • Worked for Equinix Asia Pacific Pte Ltd in Singapore on Siebel Order Management, BI Publisher, Workflow Management, Assignment Manager, Batch Integration, Shell, SQL, XML
Technical RequirementsTechnical DesignEngineering ManagementREST APIsDesign DocumentsProduct Service+21

CRM Integration Lead

Oct 2009 – Sep 2012 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Kuala Lampur · On-site

  • Client: CIMB Bank
  • Worked for CIMB Bank Malaysia on multiple technologies - Siebel , OBIEE, BI Publisher, Informatica, Batch Integration, PL/SQL
Technical RequirementsETLBI PublisherBankingCustomer Facing RolesSiebel CRM+9

Bt group

Technical Delivery Manager

Sep 2012 – Oct 2014 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

  • Worked for BT Openreach, OneSiebel, eCommunication Siebel Vertical, Billing, System,BI Publisher, Order Management
Technical RequirementsXMLEngineering ManagementTelecom BSSREST APIsDesign Documents+20

Harman international

Senior Siebel CRM Consultant

Jan 2009 – Sep 2009 · 8 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

  • Client: Oracle India Pvt Limited
  • Worked as Senior Siebel Conslutant for Oracle India Pvt Limited
EAISiebelFunctional SpecificationsCRMWaterfall Project ManagementOracle+1

Birlasoft

Senior Software Engineer

Sep 2005 – Jan 2009 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

  • Client: GE Commercial Finance, Danbury , CT, USA
SiebelSiebel EAIWaterfall Project ManagementToadOracle SQLApplication Configuration

Education

Shri G S Institute of Technology & Science

BE — Computer Engg

Jan 2001 – Jan 2005

TM Convent, Bhopal

12th — Science/Maths

Jan 1998 – Jan 2000

Christian English School, Chhatarpur

10th class MP Board — Computer Science

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