RAHUL BHATNAGAR

Defined and executed enterprise-wide technology strategy overseeing large-scale platform engineering transformation, including migration of 99+ mission-critical applications (cloud, SaaS, regulatory, risk & compliance platforms) to next-generation infrastructure. Delivered measurable cost optimization, legacy rationalization, resilience enhancement, and scalable digital foundations aligned to long-term business strategy.

Owned strategic regulatory technology portfolios (AML, TM 2.0, IFRS9, ISO 20022, Fraud Detection, MAS COSMIC), embedding KPI-led governance, risk controls, and AI-enabled compliance capabilities. Ensured regulatory alignment while strengthening enterprise data architecture and operational continuity across markets.

Built and scaled global engineering organisations across 4+ countries, leading platform engineering, SRE, DevOps, data, and infrastructure teams. Drove people management excellence, succession planning, leadership development, and a culture of accountability, proactiveness, and continuous learning to sustain high-performance delivery models.

Institutionalised AI integration and data-driven innovation at enterprise scale, architecting AI/ML platforms for financial crime detection and behavioural risk intelligence. Established AI governance, ML Ops frameworks, and model performance KPIs to enable responsible AI adoption, continuous optimisation, and business value realisation.

Accelerated product strategy through MVP-led delivery models, embedding AI-powered SDLC, DevSecOps, and automated engineering pipelines. Enabled rapid experimentation, continuous innovation, reduced time-to-market, and scalable platform reusability across global business units.

Championed engineering efficiencies and intelligent automation, modernising legacy processes using Python and open-source ecosystems to improve throughput, reduce operational risk, and enhance cost discipline across compliance and monitoring platforms.

Unified global data and digital platforms, driving enterprise data strategy, platform consolidation, and cross-market integration to support advanced analytics, AI capabilities, and business growth initiatives.

Partnered closely with Board, C-suite, and country leadership, aligning technology investment with strategic objectives, driving transformational programs, and ensuring seamless large-scale system transitions with minimal business disruption.

Implemented Self-Service Banking (SSB) forecasting, leveraging advanced analytics to optimize cash management and ATM replenishment strategies for DBS Bank.

Upgraded and deployed SAS platform to support Digital Campaigns, Regulatory Reporting, and Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) projects, ensuring robust data processing and compliance with industry regulations.

Delivered Disaster Recovery (DR) platform on SAS 9.4 as part of Business Continuity Management, ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity during system disruptions.

Consulted on the development and support of monthly risk and finance reports, utilizing SAS and Hadoop technology stack for real-time processing and ensuring timely, accurate regulatory compliance.

Contributed to critical data extraction, preprocessing, and testing activities, ensuring high data quality and integrity for monthly regulatory reports.

Supported monthly regulatory submissions for BASEL II and III compliance, leveraging SAS, AI, and TWS technology to ensure timely and accurate reporting of Group Capital and regulatory data.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary business and technology teams to implement change requests and enhancements, driving continuous improvement in reporting processes and adapting to evolving regulatory requirements.

Engaged with clients to promote financial trading technology products, contributing to sales growth and market penetration.

Provided technical insights and product demonstrations to prospective clients, fostering strong relationships and understanding market needs.

Designed and implemented application features within ERP systems, enhancing user experience and system capabilities.

Provided technical support and troubleshooting for ERP solutions, ensuring seamless operations and resolving critical issues for end-users.