Subramanian Palaniappan

Senior Vice President at DBS Bank - Technology Leadership • Transformation • Agility

Subramanian Palaniappan, also known as Pal, is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in Banking Technology and Operations.

Throughout his career, Pal has demonstrated a strong passion for developing strategies and successfully executing them in complex environments, driving cutting-edge technology implementations, innovation, transformation programs, data projects, M&A banking system integrations, customer journeys, and technology outsourcing.

Pal has a diverse skill set and expertise in various areas including leadership and team building, technology and operations management, IT strategy development, budgeting and control, information security, agile project management, application and infrastructure architecture, software engineering, business continuity management, and technology outsourcing.

He is an alumnus of Santhome Higher Secondary School, the University of Madras, SP Jain School of Global Management, and the National University of Singapore.

Pal has held various key positions in reputable organizations such as DBS Bank and Citibank, where he served in roles including Senior Vice President, Vice President, Project Director, Principal Engineer, Application Development Manager, and Technical Architect.

His vast experience spans across roles like Head of Customer Centre Digital Technology, Head of Middleware Operations, and Head of Customer Centre Applications.

With his strong background in technology and operations, Pal has successfully led numerous teams and projects, emphasizing innovation and strategic application implementations.

Throughout his career journey, Pal has been instrumental in steering technology transformations, data projects, and M&A banking system integrations, showcasing his proficiency in agile project management and building successful teams.

Pal's educational background combined with his practical experience has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in technology-driven environments, making him a valuable asset in the banking and technology sector.