Sahil Kumar

Digital Delivery & Technology Leader | VP at FAB | Banking Platforms, APIs & Payments | MBA | Tech Strategy | Digital Transformation| Integration | Cloud | API and AI | Open Finance

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

About

I’m a technology and transformation professional with 11+ years of experience leading large-scale digital initiatives, middleware modernization, and enterprise integration across financial services. With an MBA from the University of Manchester, I combine hands-on technical depth with strategic vision to drive business-aligned IT transformation. Currently leading modernization and API-first initiatives at one of the GCC’s largest banks, I specialize in designing operating models, enabling agile delivery, and aligning IT architecture with enterprise objectives. I’ve collaborated across business, finance, vendor, and C-suite stakeholders to define technology roadmaps, optimize service delivery, and manage multi-vendor ecosystems. 💼 Key strengths: • Technology Strategy | Enterprise Architecture | Target Operating Models • Digital Transformation | Agile Enablement | IT Service Management (ITIL, COBIT) • API Management | Cloud (AWS) | Middleware Platforms (Kong, MQ, IIB, MuleSoft) • Vendor Management | IT Budgeting | Cross-functional Stakeholder Alignment • Change Management | CXO Engagement | Program & Delivery Excellence I’m passionate about bridging strategy with execution—crafting scalable technology solutions that drive measurable impact. Open to consulting and advisory roles where I can architect transformation, empower agile teams, and shape next-gen tech landscapes across MENA. Let’s connect if you're building the future of tech strategy or looking for someone who’s as comfortable in the boardroom as they are in the codebase.

Experience

  • Service Owner at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
    Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • Cognizant (6 yrs 8 mos)
    • Senior Associate
      Mar 2022 - Apr 2024 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    • Senior Application Developer
      Sep 2017 - Mar 2022 · 4 yrs 7 mos

  • Infosys (3 yrs 3 mos)
    • Senior System Engineer
      Jul 2016 - Aug 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos

      Working as an IIB developer for a US managed healthcare client.

    • System Engineer
      Jun 2014 - Jun 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo