Rajesh Deshmukh
About Rajesh Deshmukh
Rajesh Deshmukh is a Delivery Lead with extensive experience in managing regulatory change projects in the banking and financial services sector. He has a strong background in technology-enabled change and infrastructure projects, along with expertise in Open Banking and Digital Banking platforms.
Work at Callsign
Rajesh Deshmukh has been serving as a Delivery Lead at Callsign since 2022. In this role, he focuses on managing delivery processes and ensuring the successful execution of projects. His responsibilities include overseeing project timelines, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining communication with stakeholders. His experience in technology-enabled change and infrastructure projects enhances his capability to lead initiatives effectively.
Experience in Banking and Financial Services
Rajesh Deshmukh possesses extensive experience in managing regulatory change projects within the banking and financial services sector. He has worked in various capacities, including as a Delivery Manager and Project Delivery Manager at Barclaycard, where he managed projects from 2016 to 2022. His domain expertise includes Open Banking and Digital Banking platforms, which are critical in today's financial landscape.
Career Background
Rajesh Deshmukh's career includes significant roles at several prominent organizations. He worked at IMS Health as a Mainframe Programmer from 2007 to 2009. He then joined Cognizant Technology Solutions, where he held multiple positions, including Project Manager and PMO Lead, from 2010 to 2016. His tenure at Barclaycard spanned from 2016 to 2022, where he contributed as both a Project Delivery Manager and Delivery Manager.
Education and Expertise
Rajesh Deshmukh earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Electronics & Communication from Mandsaur Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His educational background supports his technical skills, including hands-on experience with core infrastructure technologies and programming languages such as Cobol and C/C++. He is also skilled in various project management frameworks, including Agile, DevOps, and Waterfall.
Project Management Skills
Rajesh Deshmukh is proficient in using project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and MS Project. His experience encompasses delivering technology-enabled change and infrastructure projects, with a focus on support and resilience. He demonstrates strong stakeholder management skills, effectively engaging with C-level stakeholders and programme boards to ensure project alignment and success.