Harald Walden
About Harald Walden
Harald Walden is the Chief Technology Officer at Brite Payments, where he has worked since 2019. He has held various roles in technology and operations across multiple companies, including Stardoll and Qliro, and has a Master's degree in Computer Science from Mälardalen University.
Current Role at Brite Payments
Harald Walden serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Brite Payments since 2019. In this role, he oversees three engineering teams, internal IT, and IT security. He is responsible for implementing advanced open banking technology, ensuring that Brite remains competitive in the evolving financial technology landscape. As a member of the management team, he contributes to strategic decisions that shape the company's direction.
Previous Experience at Stardoll
Harald Walden has held multiple positions at Stardoll, a social gaming platform. He worked as the Director of Payments from 2008 to 2012, where he managed payment systems. He later became the Head of Product in 2013 for eight months, focusing on product development. Additionally, he served as the Director of Social Platforms for nine months in 2012, contributing to the platform's social features.
Career at Qliro
At Qliro, Harald Walden was the CTO and Co-Founder from 2014 to 2019. During his tenure, he played a key role in developing the company's technology strategy and overseeing its implementation. His leadership contributed to the establishment of Qliro as a significant player in the e-commerce payment solutions sector.
Education and Academic Background
Harald Walden studied Computer Science at Mälardalen University, where he earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree from 1996 to 2000. His educational background provided him with a solid foundation in technology and systems, which he has applied throughout his career. He also attended Hersby Gymnasium prior to his university studies.
Early Career at Synergenix and Oberon Media
Before his roles at Stardoll and Qliro, Harald Walden worked at Synergenix as Head of Operations from 2000 to 2006, where he managed operational processes. He also served as Sales Back Office Manager at Oberon Media for one year from 2006 to 2007, gaining experience in sales and back-office operations.