ALISHER ALIKULOV
Profile
An accomplished and results-driven technology
executive with a strong
background in leading digital transformations and driving technological
innovation. Seeking a challenging position as a CTO to leverage my expertise in
strategic planning, team leadership, and technology management to propel
organizational growth and success.
Experience
Chief Technology Officer (CTO): Ipoteka Bank, Tashkent — 2022- Present
Product Development and Management: Overseeing the development and
maintenance of technology products and solutions. Collaborating with cross-
functional teams, including product managers, engineers,
and designers, to
drive the creation of high-quality, scalable, and user-centric products. Ensuring
products align with market demands and customer needs.
Technical Architecture and Infrastructure: Defining and maintaining the
organization's technical architecture, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security.
Making strategic decisions related to software and hardware infrastructure,
including cloud computing, data storage, and networking.
Responsible for leading technology strategy,
innovation, and digital
transformation initiatives.
Developed and implemented the IT department from scratch, building a highly
skilled and cohesive team to support the bank's technology infrastructure and
operations.
Successfully leading the transition and development of a modern core banking
system, extracting almost all business logic and enabling greater flexibility and
scalability.
Leading cross-functional teams in implementing agile and scrum
methodologies, improving development efficiency and product delivery.
Leading data management initiatives, establishing robust data governance
practices and leveraging data analytics for informed decision-making.
Implementing a microservices architecture, enhancing system modularity and
scalability.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO): Another Bank — 2021-2022
Technology Strategy and Planning: Developing
and implementing the
organization's technology strategy aligned with its overall business objectives.
This involves assessing technological needs, identifying opportunities for
innovation, and defining the roadmap for technology adoption and
implementation.
IT Governance and Risk Management: Establishing and maintaining effective
governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure the secure and
efficient use of technology resources. This includes managing cybersecurity
risks, data protection, regulatory compliance, and disaster recovery planning.
+998 94 000 5005
me@alikulov.ru
73B Bobur Street
Tashkent,
Uzbekistan
100125
IT Infrastructure and Operations: Overseeing the design, implementation, and
maintenance of the organization's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers,
hardware, and software systems. Ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and
reliability of IT operations and managing IT service levels to meet business
requirements.
Project and Portfolio Management: Leading technology projects and
initiatives, ensuring effective project planning, resource allocation, and timely
delivery. Prioritizing projects
based on strategic goals, managing budgets and
timelines, and providing project governance to ensure successful outcomes.
Vendor and Supplier Management: Managing relationships with technology
vendors and service providers. This includes vendor selection, contract
negotiation, and ongoing vendor performance evaluation to ensure the delivery
of high-quality products and services.
Digital Transformation and Innovation: Identifying and leveraging emerging
technologies to drive digital transformation and innovation within the
organization. Evaluating and implementing solutions such as cloud computing,
artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data analytics to improve operational
efficiency and create new business opportunities.
IT Leadership and Team Management:
Building and leading a high-
performing IT team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and
continuous improvement. Providing guidance, mentoring, and professional
development opportunities to team members.
Stakeholder Management: Collaborating with business leaders, department
heads, and other stakeholders to understand their technology needs and align
IT initiatives with their strategic objectives. Building strong relationships,
communicating effectively, and ensuring IT solutions meet the needs of the
organization.
Budgeting and Financial Management: Developing
and managing the IT
budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and cost-effective utilization of
technology investments. Monitoring and reporting on IT financial performance,
identifying opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency.
Change Management: Leading change initiatives related to technology
adoption and organizational transformation. Implementing change management
strategies to ensure smooth transitions, user adoption, and minimal disruption
to business operations.
Education
Cambridge University, Trinity, Cams, UK — B.Sc, 2003
Skills
Strategic Technology Planning and Execution
Digital Transformation and Innovation Leadership
Agile and Scrum Methodologies
Microservices Architecture and Modern Software
Development Practices
Core Banking System Development and Optimization
Omnichannel Service Provisioning and Customer Experience Enhancement
Vendor Management and Contract Negotiation
Data Management, Analytics, and Business Intelligence
Data Center Operations and Infrastructure Management
Cybersecurity and Risk Management
Cloud Computing and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Emerging Technologies (such as AI, Machine Learning, and Blockchain)
Team Leadership, Mentoring, and Cross-Functional
Collaboration
Budgeting and Resource Allocation
Stakeholder Management and Relationship Building
Excellent Communication and Presentation Skills