Amit Deshpande
About Amit Deshpande
Amit Deshpande is an IT Infrastructure Program Manager at QBE Insurance, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in IT project management and application development, having held various roles at QBE Insurance and other companies over a career spanning more than two decades.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Amit Deshpande has held multiple roles at QBE Insurance Group since 2008. He began as an IT Project Manager and Application Development Team Leader, serving in this capacity for five years until 2013 in Sydney, Australia. Following this, he transitioned to the role of IT Infrastructure Project Manager from 2013 to 2016, where he continued to enhance the company's IT infrastructure. Since 2016, he has been working as the IT Infrastructure Program Manager, overseeing various significant projects. His responsibilities have included managing the delivery of a Global Citrix Hybrid platform and leading the Global Finance Platform project for Hyperion.
Education and Expertise
Amit Deshpande holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from Nagpur University, which he completed from 1992 to 1997. He also studied Software Technologies at CDAC ADCC in Nagpur, achieving certification in 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in IT infrastructure and project management. Amit's professional experience spans various roles in the IT sector, showcasing his skills in application development, infrastructure management, and vendor management.
Background
Amit Deshpande began his career in the IT industry at Niche Software Solutions Pvt Ltd as a Senior Product Manager from 1999 to 2004. He then worked at Zensar Technologies Ltd as a Senior Application Developer for two years. In 2006, he joined Suncorp Metway Ltd, where he focused on IT development and support for retail banking applications until 2008. His diverse background in software development and project management has contributed to his current role at QBE Insurance.
Achievements
During his tenure at QBE Insurance, Amit Deshpande has successfully executed several significant projects. He led the Global Finance Platform project for Hyperion, managed the delivery of a Global Citrix Hybrid platform, and oversaw the implementation of a Global Sitecore digital platform. Additionally, he executed a large-sized Data Center Exit program, demonstrating his capability in managing complex IT initiatives and enhancing the company's operational efficiency.