Gandhi Chilaka
About Gandhi Chilaka
Gandhi Chilaka serves as the Head of Product and Director of the Enterprise Platforms Product Portfolio at FINRA, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in product strategy and technology leadership, having held senior roles at EY and SWIFT, and possesses a strong background in risk technology and compliance solutions.
Current Role at FINRA
Gandhi Chilaka serves as the Head of Product and Director of the Enterprise Platforms Product Portfolio at FINRA. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development and management of product strategies within the organization. His role involves overseeing product initiatives and ensuring alignment with FINRA's mission to protect investors and maintain market integrity.
Previous Experience at EY
Prior to his current role, Chilaka worked at EY for a total of five years, where he held various positions including Senior Manager and Senior Consultant. His responsibilities included driving go-to-market product strategy and developing technology solutions for risk management and compliance transformation. He focused on risk and compliance product strategies during his tenure in EY's Financial Services Technology Consulting practice.
Work History at SWIFT
Chilaka worked at SWIFT as a Senior Software Engineer from 2011 to 2014 in the Washington D.C. metro area. In this role, he contributed to software development projects that supported the financial services industry. His experience at SWIFT provided him with a strong foundation in technology solutions tailored for financial institutions.
Educational Background
Chilaka earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Dayton, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from Vellore Institute of Technology, completed from 2004 to 2008. His academic background has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his career in technology and product management.
Technical Expertise
Chilaka possesses expertise in developing risk technology architecture and controls automation solutions. He has led the development of technology solutions and data management tools for large banks and financial institutions, focusing on regulatory reviews. His work includes significant contributions to risk assessment innovation and regulatory change management projects.