Imran Shah

About Imran Shah

With over a decade of experience in the technology sector, I have had the privilege to drive digital transformation and innovation across various roles at leading organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Technology at American Express in Phoenix, AZ, I lead the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology strategies, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. My focus is on delivering exceptional results by overseeing cross-functional projects, nurturing relationships with key stakeholders, and refining software development lifecycle processes to drive operational efficiency and quality.Prior to my current role, I served as the Chief Technology Officer at ValeBridge Technologies, where I led the design and implementation of a high-performance, scalable cloud-enabled real-time risk analysis system. My responsibilities included directing a talented team of professionals, establishing core engineering KPIs, and leveraging technologies like C++, Java, Spring, and Oracle to develop innovative solutions.Earlier in my career, I held positions as a Staff Engineer and Staff Architect at American Express, where I played pivotal roles in designing, developing, and deploying scalable software solutions, guiding technical architecture initiatives, and mentoring architecture teams to foster skill development and knowledge sharing.I hold a Master\'s degree in Computer Science from Arizona State University and a Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Engineering from Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune, India.Passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges, I am committed to driving excellence, fostering innovation, and contributing to organizational success. Connect with me to explore opportunities for collaboration, share insights, or discuss the latest trends in technology and digital transformation.

Experience

1. Director of Technology

   American Express

   Jan 2022 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US

   Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive technology strategy, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best practices to drive digital transformation and enhance business agility.• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the technology team, resulting in improved productivity, morale, and delivery excellence.• Oversee cross-functional projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and alignment with organizational goals and quality standards.• Establish and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executive leadership, business units, and external partners, effectively communicating technical strategies, progress, and risks to ensure alignment and support for technology initiatives.• Implement and refine software development lifecycle processes, tools, and methodologies to drive operational efficiency, reduce time-to-market, and enhance overall team performance and delivery quality.

Education

• Bharati Vidyapeeth's College Of Engineerin Pune

  Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Engineering

  2001 — 2005

• Burn Hall School

  High School

  1985 — 1999

• Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University

  Master’s Degree, Computer Science

  2009 — 2010

Skills

• Java
• Arduino
• Continuous Delivery
• Javascript
• Tpf
• Database Design
• Z/Tpfdf
• High Availability
• Jquery
• Jquery UI
• Solution Architecture
• Linux
• Machine Learning
• Enterprise Architecture
• Bash
• Performance Tuning
• C
• Realtime Programming
• C++