Baiju Panicker
About Baiju Panicker
Baiju Panicker serves as the Global CTO and Practice Head for Banking, Insurance, and Financial Services at Altimetrik, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in technology leadership across various financial institutions, he focuses on aligning technology initiatives with business strategies to drive value.
Work at Altimetrik
Baiju Panicker has been serving as the Global CTO and Practice Head for Banking, Insurance, and Financial Services at Altimetrik since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for leading strategic engagements that encompass digital and cloud transformation, technology strategy, and execution on a global scale. He engages with C-level executives in the banking and financial services sectors to align technology initiatives with business priorities, delivering significant value to clients.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Baiju Panicker held several key positions in the financial services sector. He served as the Chief Technology Officer at Comerica Bank from 2016 to 2021. Before that, he worked at Ally Financial Inc. in various senior roles, including Senior Executive Director for Infrastructure Engineering and IT Operations, and Senior Executive Director for Enterprise Application Integration Platforms. His extensive experience in these roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of technology's role in enhancing business operations.
Educational Background
Baiju Panicker holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of Kerala. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Information Systems from Bangalore University. This educational foundation has contributed to his expertise in aligning technology with business strategies and driving innovation in various organizations.
Career Progression and Roles
Baiju Panicker's career spans over two decades, with significant roles in various organizations. He began his career as an Associate Consultant at Tata Consultancy Services and progressed through positions at Mastech, Oracle, and Ford Motor Company. His experience includes IT management, enterprise applications, and technology consulting, which has shaped his leadership capabilities in the technology sector.
Achievements in Technology Leadership
Throughout his career, Baiju Panicker has been recognized for his ability to generate organizational consensus and secure C-level buy-in for technology initiatives. He is known for advocating innovation and translating complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders. His skills in forging alliances with internal and external partners have enhanced revenue and improved client experiences across the organizations he has worked with.