Sumit Batra
About Sumit Batra
Sumit Batra serves as the Head of Solutions Engineering for APAC at Backbase, where he has worked since 2019. With over 15 years of experience in banking and finance, he has held various roles at Infosys and has a strong educational background in engineering and business.
Current Role at Backbase
Sumit Batra serves as the Head of Solutions Engineering for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region at Backbase. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the development and execution of solutions engineering strategies. His role involves shaping deal strategies and competitive positioning for Backbase's flagship product, Backbase EBP. Under his leadership, the solutions consulting team has expanded from 2 to 7 members, emphasizing a culture of innovation and collaboration.
Previous Experience at Infosys
Before joining Backbase, Sumit Batra worked at Infosys in various roles related to pre-sales and consulting for the Finacle product. He began as a Senior Consultant from 2013 to 2015, then advanced to Lead Consultant from 2015 to 2016, and finally served as Principal Consultant from 2017 to 2019. His tenure at Infosys spanned over five years, during which he played a significant role in shaping deal strategies and enhancing corporate banking products.
Education and Academic Background
Sumit Batra earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, where he studied from 2006 to 2008. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Punjab Engineering College from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in banking and finance.
Domain Expertise in Banking
With over 15 years of domain expertise, Sumit Batra has extensive experience in various banking sectors, including Retail, SME, Wealth, and Institutional banking. His international experience allows him to create a cohesive global vision while adapting strategies to meet specific regional demands. This breadth of knowledge supports his contributions to product management and solutions engineering.