Koushik Vaidya
Managing Director - APAC Head of Technology GCORC | International Assignee | Crew Technical Lead | Cloud, Data and Gen AI | GCC leader | Mentor
- Role
- Managing Director - Apac Head of Technology - Gcorc at UBS
- Location
- Pune District, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Koushik Vaidya
Transformational executive and Global Capability Center (GCC) leader, driving AI-first, cloud-enabled transformation at enterprise scale across Investment Banking, Global Wealth Management, Asset Management, and core banking platforms.I specialize in operationalizing Generative AI and advanced analytics, embedding AI into platforms, processes, and decision-making to fundamentally reshape how global financial institutions operate. My work focuses on moving organizations from experimentation to production-grade AI at scale, powered by modern cloud and data architectures.A recognized leader in building and scaling world-class GCCs, I have established and grown high-impact global technology organizations that serve as engines for AI innovation, cloud modernization, and platform transformation. I build strong engineering cultures that blend deep domain expertise with AI-native thinking.I partner closely with senior business and technology leadership to execute multi-year, AI-driven transformation programs, delivering measurable outcomes across client experience, operational efficiency, risk reduction, and cost optimization.My leadership journey spans senior global roles based in the USA, UK, Zurich, and India, enabling me to lead diverse, distributed teams and operate effectively across cultures and regulatory landscapes.I thrive in ambiguity and complexity, consistently delivering enterprise-wide impact through AI-driven insights, cloud-native platforms, and globally scaled talent.Areas of Expertise:Regulatory Compliance | Information Technology | Global Team Leadership | Data Management | Cloud Adoption | Gen AI, Big Data & NLP | Process Improvement | Needs Assessment | Reporting Risk Management | Global Markets | Wealth Management | Relationship Management | Surveillance Initiatives | Vendor Relations Management | Strategic Planning | Global Banking | International Business | Change Management | Project Management | Budgeting | Team Leadership/Motivation
Experience
Managing Director - Apac Head of Technology - Gcorc
Mar 2026 — Present
Education
School of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor of Technology , Information Technology
MS Computer Science - Chicago, Illinois USA
Master of Science - MS, Computer Science
Jawahar Vidyalaya
High School
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