Michael Hoodfar
About Michael Hoodfar
Michael Hoodfar is a Product Lead in Core Banking at Thought Machine, with extensive experience in financial services, including roles at Deutsche Bank and PwC. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science from The University of Edinburgh.
Work at Thought Machine
Michael Hoodfar currently holds the position of Product Lead - Core Banking at Thought Machine, a role he has been in since 2023 in London, England. He previously worked at the same company as Head of Product - Core Banking from 2021 to 2023. His initial tenure at Thought Machine began in 2020, where he served as Product Lead - Core Banking for one year. During his time at Thought Machine, he contributed to the development and enhancement of core banking solutions.
Experience at Deutsche Bank
Michael Hoodfar has extensive experience at Deutsche Bank, where he held various roles over several years. He worked as Lead Business Analyst - Rates Trading for one year in 2011-2012. He then transitioned to a Product Manager role focused on Market Conformity Control from 2016 to 2020. Additionally, he served as Business Analysis Manager - Risk and P&L in Tokyo from 2013 to 2015 and as Project Manager | Business Analysis Manager for the strategic delivery of multiple FED regulatory reports in New York from 2015 to 2016.
Professional Background
Michael Hoodfar has a diverse professional background that includes roles at several prominent organizations. He worked as a Manager at PwC from 2007 to 2010 and as a Senior Manager at Deloitte from 2010 to 2011. His early career included a position as a Consultant at Accenture from 2005 to 2007 and an internship at Goldman Sachs in 2004. This varied experience has equipped him with a broad skill set in product management and business analysis.
Education and Expertise
Michael Hoodfar studied at St Paul's School, where he achieved A Levels in Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. He then attended The University of Edinburgh, earning a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and analytical skills, which he has applied throughout his career in finance and technology.