Arbab Sikander

As an accomplished professional with over 15 years of experience in both the financial services and technology sectors, I have a proven track record of managing IT planning activities and coordinating cross-functional initiatives in the payment industry. Currently, I am contributing my expertise to a fintech startup where I am leveraging my skills to gather requirements, analyze processes, and identify opportunities for process improvements to drive operational efficiency and increase revenue. With my strong analytical skills and passion for utilizing technology to solve business problems, I bring immense value to any organization operating within the payment industry.

During my career, I have developed a deep understanding of the payment landscape, including payment technologies, payment methods, and payment regulations. As a Tech Lead, I have honed my analytical and strategic thinking skills, which would be essential to assess market trends, customer needs, and business requirements to define product strategy and roadmap. Additionally, my communication and collaboration skills have been refined through working with cross-functional teams such as engineering, design, sales, and operations.
I got opportunity to work and acquire experience on following domains: 

• Credit Card Systems
• Requirements gathering
• Process mapping
• Data analysis
• Financial modeling
• Stakeholder management
• Project management
• Technology setup for Startups and transformation
• Strategic IT Planning
• Association Cards Operation /Technology Management (MasterCard, VISA, UnionPay, Paypak)
• Alternate Banking Delivery Channels
• Retail/Bank Loyalty Systems
• Digital Wallets
• Digital Banking
• Payment Gateways
• Mobile Banking
• Banking Systems
• Open-source systems evaluation

My educational background in both Computer Science and Communication has fostered a forward-thinking approach to technology and instilled in me a drive to explore new technologies in order to find solutions to challenges encountered in my career, particularly in the field of payments. With a Master's degree in Mobile and Satellite Communication from Bradford University, I have gained a comprehensive understanding of the latest technologies and techniques used in communication, including designing, developing, and deploying advanced systems. In addition, my Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering has provided me with a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of computer science and engineering. As a result of these educational experiences, I have acquired the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in various roles in the technology industry, specifically those related to communication systems.