Murali Malempati’s career is a testament to visionary leadership at the confluence of payments, finance, artificial intelligence, and cutting-edge technology. With a distinguished record of innovation and strategic execution, Murali has consistently delivered high-impact digital transformations across global financial ecosystems. Currently serving as Director of Product & Engineering at Capgemini, he continues to lead breakthrough initiatives that are reshaping the financial services landscape.
Murali’s expertise lies at the intersection of payments, digital banking, cloud platforms, big data, and artificial intelligence—domains where he has demonstrated consistent excellence. Over the years, he has led the modernization of critical platforms, transformed legacy systems into cloud-native applications, and implemented AI/ML-powered solutions that significantly enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. His thought leadership in developing microservices-based platforms for instant and cross-border payments is driving the evolution of digital finance on a global scale.
At Capgemini, Murali has played a pivotal role in leading strategic engagements with top-tier banking clients. His initiatives have delivered frictionless real-time payments, enabled AI-driven credit decisioning, and optimized fraud management through predictive analytics. He has also led large-scale cloud migration programs, ensuring resilience, scalability, and compliance in highly regulated environments. Murali’s initiatives have not only improved technology agility but also enabled business transformation for clients in North America and Europe.
With more than two decades of experience, Murali has worked with industry leaders including Cognizant, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, and HCL. His career spans across multiple geographies and industry verticals, with a focus on banking, capital markets, and fintech innovation. As a hands-on leader, he has built and managed global teams, implemented scaled agile frameworks, and delivered mission-critical systems with a strong emphasis on data security and regulatory compliance.
Murali holds an Executive MBA in Finance from NMIMS and a B.Tech in Computer Science from JNTU. A passionate advocate of continuous learning, he has pursued certifications in Google Cloud, Big Data Engineering, and Design Thinking. His contributions to enterprise architecture, product engineering, and platform modernization have been recognized across multiple client engagements.
Beyond his technical accomplishments, Murali is known for fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. His mentorship has empowered emerging leaders and technologists, and his strategic foresight continues to inspire teams to achieve excellence in the ever-evolving digital economy.
As the financial services industry navigates rapid technological change, Murali Malempati stands out as a transformative leader who is redefining what’s possible at the nexus of finance, AI, and technology.
