Debashish Nagendra Barai
SVP & Sr Director Data Platform Engineering @Piramal Finance
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WORK HISTORY
SVP & Sr Director Data Platform Engineering @Piramal Finance
Mumbai, IN
Leads enterprise data and application architecture, governance, AI/ML, and modern data platform development to enable scalable, future-ready capabilities. Defines strategic tech direction aligned with business goals, delivering thought leadership across enterprise architecture and operational efficiency.Drives a data-driven culture by implementing standardized engineering practices and integrating AI/ML into core processes for innovation and excellence. Leads modernization of core lending systems to improve reliability, integration, and customer experience.Oversees architecture modernization via microservices, serverless and AI-enabled in-house platforms, ensuring agility, scalability, cost efficiency, and performance. Champions agile delivery, architecture simplification, and automation to ensure high-quality solutioning and KPI-driven performance management.Leads talent strategy by driving hiring, upskilling, mentoring, and succession planning, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Builds strong internal and external partnerships, supporting collaboration and stakeholder engagement.Spearheads innovation in data and engineering to enhance operational efficiency and maintain competitive edge, embedding Gen AI and modern cloud technologies to support evolving business needs.
EDUCATION
Haldia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Computer Engineering
Indian Institute Of Social Welfare and Business Management
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Systems & Finance
SKILLS
ABOUT DEBASHISH NAGENDRA BARAI
A seasoned technology leader, with 2 decades of experience in technology domain, focusing on digital transformation through Data & technology strategy, Innovative solutioning, Software development, Core application management, Enterprise architecture, Big Data, Data science, GenAI, Campaign, MDM & CRM implementation with strong focus on financial services sector.Currently, I lead Data Platform Engineering as SVP & Sr. Director at Piramal Finance, where I drive enterprise-wide data platform & usage of data, architecture modernization, AI/ML enablement, and product-centric data technology strategies. With a strong foundation in enterprise architecture and engineering leadership, I’ve successfully delivered high-impact transformation across domains like CRM, Core Applications, Campaign, Regulatory compliance and Data platforms.I combine deep technical expertise with strategic foresight to build future-ready platforms, foster data-driven cultures, and deliver measurable business value—through reduced time-to-market, cost efficiency, and innovation-led growth. My work is grounded in purpose, performance, and people development.Post successful completion of development program on Organizational Leadership, I am currently expanding my strategic lens through the CTO Program at ISB, preparing for broader technology leadership roles that align business vision with modern enterprise architecture & digital transformation.I can be reached out to my personal mail ID : d••••••••@gmail.com.
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