Srikanta Khatei has been appointed as the Chief Technology Officer at lendingplate, a leading digital lending platform. With over decades of experience in IT leadership and technology strategy, Srikanta brings a deep understanding of designing, delivering, and managing software solutions across the finance and product-based sectors. His appointment marks a significant step for lendingplate as it continues to evolve its technological capabilities and digital transformation initiatives.
Srikanta’s career has been marked by his leadership in building robust technological frameworks. He has hands-on experience with various loan origination processes, including business loans, health insurance, and customer servicing. His expertise extends to the design and implementation of technical architectures for online loan platforms, making him a strategic asset in his new role at lendingplate.
Before joining lendingplate, Srikanta held key positions in multiple prestigious organizations. He was Vice President of Technology at Trust More, overseeing technological innovations at Escrowpay NeoBank. Srikanta also served as Head of IT at SMC Finance, where he drove IT management and operational strategies. His experience at Home Credit India, where he worked as Assistant Vice President and Solutions Architect, further solidifies his expertise in the financial sector’s technological landscape.
A proficient leader in technical project management, Srikanta has successfully led teams of over 50 professionals. He has demonstrated significant operational leadership, particularly in managing large-scale projects that require a strong alignment between technology, business, and customer needs. His ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams has been a hallmark of his career.
Srikanta’s technical skills include micro-service architecture, cloud technologies such as AWS and GCP, and various programming languages like Java. He is also well-versed in DevOps tools, such as Jenkins and Git, which are critical for the smooth functioning of modern digital platforms. His knowledge of financial technologies like loan origination systems, insurance platforms, and customer servicing solutions positions him well to drive LendingPlate’s tech strategy.
In addition to his vast practical experience, Srikanta is an alumnus of the Indian School of Business (ISB), where he completed the Chief Digital Officer Program. This executive program focused on digital leadership and business innovation, further enhancing Srikanta’s ability to lead technological change within organizations. His certification in AI and business transformation from ISB adds a cutting-edge dimension to his already impressive skill set.
With his appointment at lendingplate, Srikanta is poised to lead the company’s digital transformation, focusing on innovative solutions for the fintech and digital lending space. His leadership is expected to not only enhance the technological infrastructure at lendingplate but also support the company in its mission to provide accessible, efficient, and scalable lending solutions to a diverse range of customers.