Lead Technology, Kotak Alternate Assets (KAAML)

Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Kotak Alternate Asset Managers Limited seeks a senior technology leader to helm KAAML's technology strategy, architecture, and digital transformation agenda. You will drive end-to-end roadmaps for investment platforms, analytics, and governance, leveraging AI/GenAI, data analytics, Salesforce CRM, cloud platforms, and automation to enable scalable, secure, and innovative solutions.

The role requires deep domain expertise in Alternate Assets and investment banking, with hands-on delivery across

Qualifications

• ~15 years of technology leadership experience in Alternate Assets or related domains.
• Proven track record in leading digital transformation and modernisation programmes.
• Hands-on expertise across AI/GenAI, analytics, cloud, and investment technology platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology vision, roadmap, and investment strategy aligned with KAAML's growth and AUM objectives.
• Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives using AI, analytics, cloud, workflow automation, and modern investment technology platforms.
• Drive technology innovation to enhance investment processes, portfolio management, risk management, and investor servicing.
• Partner with business, operations, and leadership teams to deliver technology-enabled business outcomes.

Skills

AI/GenAI

Data Analytics

Cloud Platforms

Data Platforms

Snowflake

Databricks

Redshift

Tableau

Machine Learning

Automation

Cyber Security

Technology Architecture

Integration

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Redshift

Tableau

Job description

Lead KAAML's technology strategy, architecture, engineering, and digital transformation agenda by leveraging modern technologies including AI/GenAI, Data Analytics, Salesforce CRM, Cloud Platforms, and Automation. Drive the end-to-end technology roadmap, investment platforms, and digital initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, scalability, risk management, investor experience, and business growth across the Alternate Assets business.

A technology leader who combines deep Alternate Assets/Investment Banking domain expertise with strong hands-on experience in AI, Data Analytics, Salesforce, Cloud, and leading Digital Transformation, and can translate business strategy into scalable, secure, and innovative technology solutions.

Grade: M8

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the technology vision, roadmap, and investment strategy aligned with KAAML's growth and AUM objectives.
• Lead enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives using AI, analytics, cloud, workflow automation, and modern investment technology platforms.
• Drive technology innovation to enhance investment processes, portfolio management, risk management, and investor servicing.
• Partner with business, operations, and leadership teams to deliver technology-enabled business outcomes.

Technology Architecture & Engineering

• Own end-to-end technology architecture, solution design, and platform modernization strategies.
• Lead and govern enterprise application development, integrations, and engineering best practices.
• Drive API-led architecture, process automation, platform interoperability, and scalable technology solutions.
• Assess and improve development processes, testing frameworks, release management, and production support models.
• Eliminate architectural bottlenecks and technology dependencies that hinder innovation, business agility, or customer experience.
• Oversee investment technology platforms covering deal sourcing, CRM, due diligence, investment governance, fund operations, portfolio management, and analytics.
• Define and implement enterprise data strategy, analytics platforms, and business intelligence capabilities.
• Drive adoption of AI-powered insights, advanced analytics, and data-driven decision making across the organisation.

Risk, Security & Governance

• Lead Cyber Security, Technology Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, and Operational Resilience initiatives.
• Establish robust governance, audit, risk management, and control frameworks.
• Manage internal, external, and regulatory technology audits and remediation programmes.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Build alignment across business, operations, risk, and technology teams.
• Lead cross-functional teams in a matrix organisation and drive execution with minimal oversight.
• Communicate effectively with senior leadership, investment teams, regulators, and external partners.
• Develop compelling business cases, strategy papers, executive presentations, and leadership communications.

Mandatory Technology Expertise (Hands-on)

• Data Platforms (Snowflake, Databricks, Redshift); Data Analytics, Business Intelligence & TableauData Analytics, Business Intelligence & Tableau
• Artificial Intelligence (AI), Generative AI (GenAI), Machine Learning
• Technology Architecture and Integration
• Workflow & Process Automation Technologies
• Cyber Security & Technology Risk Management

Candidate Profile

• ~ 15 years of technology leadership experience with strong exposure to Alternate Assets, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Asset Management, or Wealth Management domains.
• Deep domain understanding of investment lifecycle, portfolio management, fund operations, risk management, and investor servicing.
• Proven experience leading technology programmes and modernisation initiatives.
• Strong technical programme management and engineering governance experience.
• Ability to drive multiple concurrent programmes while ensuring delivery excellence and operational resilience.
• Demonstrated success in influencing stakeholders, managing complex dependencies, and driving organisational change.
• Exceptional communication, executive presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced matrix organisation and deliver high-impact business outcomes.