Joji George – Managing Director, Office of Chief Architect, State Street
Executive Overview
Joji George currently serves as Managing Director – Office of Chief Architect, Platform Strategy, AI & Automations at State Street, a global financial services firm headquartered in Boston, MA. He operates primarily from Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, overseeing enterprise architecture and leading strategic technological transformation for the organization. Joji’s domain specialties include technology strategy, AI, automations, cloud-native architecture, big data, IoT, and platform engineering, with a significant focus on agile and DevSecOps methodologies. With over 25 years of experience spanning the financial, healthcare, e-commerce, and telecom sectors, he is recognized for his ability to streamline complex architectures, implement innovative digital solutions, and foster high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Professional Experience
State Street, Managing Director – Office of Chief Architect | Platform Strategy | AI & Automations
- Tenure: October 2023 – Present
- Shaping enterprise architecture, technology strategy, and digital transformation.
- Leading initiatives in AI, automation platforms, and blockchain to modernize core operations.
- Driving organizational efficiency and innovation, closely aligning technology with business objectives.
- Prior roles at State Street:
- Managing Director-Tech | Platform Strategy – Architecture & Engineering, Data Governance Platform (September 2022 – February 2024)
- Focus on platform engineering, architecture, and data governance.
- Oversaw adoption of cloud-native and big data technologies.
- Advocated for agile transformation and DevSecOps across development pipelines.
Previous Leadership Roles
- A P Moller-Maersk Group
- Principal Platform Architect & Head – Architecture, DevSecOps & Platform Engineering | SCM Platforms (Apr 2020 – Sep 2022)
- Group Architect – Architecture & Strategy, Maersk Technology (Jul 2019 – Apr 2020)
- Head of Solution Architecture, Maersk Digital (Jan 2018 – Jul 2019)
- Led digitization across logistics platforms; accelerated the adoption of IoT and scalable cloud solutions.
- GE Healthcare, Principal Software Architect (Director) – IoT, Edge/Fog & Cloud (Nov 2013 – Jan 2018)
- Spearheaded edge computing initiatives and IoT platform transformation.
- Enhanced healthcare digital ecosystems through cloud-first strategies.
- Cognizant Technology Solutions, Senior Architect – Technology (Nov 2011 – Nov 2013, Thailand)
- Sunrise GmbH, IT Project Manager, Deputy IT Manager, Technical Architect/Senior Developer (Jun 2007 – Oct 2011, Switzerland)
- Aastra Telecom Schweiz, Technical Leader, Sr. Software Engineer (Jun 2000 – May 2007)
- Siemens, Module Lead, Software Engineer (Jan 1998 – May 2000)
- IBS Software, Software Engineer (Jan 1997 – Jan 1998)
Education
- MBA, IT Management – University of Leicester
- Master of Computer Applications – Bharathiar University
Joji’s advanced education supports his blend of technical expertise and business strategy, enabling effective communication between engineering and executive leadership.
Core Skills and Leadership Attributes
- Enterprise Architecture: In-depth experience designing, abstracting, and articulating complex technology frameworks for large-scale organizations.
- AI & Automation Expertise: Champions use of AI in operational efficiency, control automation platforms, and leverages emerging technologies (e.g., Generative AI, blockchain) for business innovation.
- Platform Engineering: Directs strategic development of cloud-native, scalable, and secure platforms.
- Digital Transformation: Architected and implemented roadmaps for digitalization across multiple industries, fostering agility and resilience.
- Innovation Leadership: Facilitates cross-functional collaboration and technology adoption. Consistently selected to moderate and participate in industry discussions on emerging technologies and GenAI.
- Talent Development: Strong focus on building and mentoring high-performing, agile technology teams.
- DevSecOps Champion: Integrates secure development practices and agile methodologies throughout system lifecycles.
Professional Interests
- Emerging Technologies (AI, cloud, IoT, blockchain, big data)
- Leadership Development
- Innovation in Platform Strategy
- Organizational Efficiency
- Digital Transformation Initiatives
Engagement & Influence
- Moderated high-visibility internal and external speaking events, such as State Street’s TECHNOVATION, focusing on generative AI innovation and practical adoption.
- Recognized within the organization for thought leadership, networking, and fostering a robust technology community.
- Routinely interacts with technology industry peers and senior business stakeholders, leveraging a global perspective across financial and non-financial sectors.
Relevant Peer Network at State Street
Joji’s immediate professional ecosystem includes executives and VPs such as:
- Nick Loschiavo (VP)
- Ryan Farrington (VP)
- Nicole Sotirion (VP – Product Management)
- Multiple VPs, Directors, and technical leaders spanning operations, product management, and finance, indicative of broad collaboration across business lines.
Contact
- LinkedIn: [Joji George](https://www.linkedin.com/in/joji-george-70169310/)
- Primary Business Location: Bangalore, India
- State Street Email: (Available upon direct inquiry/registration with verified tools)
Notable Achievements & Thought Leadership
- Led pivotal panel discussions on Generative AI at prominent events; lauded for enabling practical, business-focused technology innovation.
- Consistently commended for simplifying complex technology landscapes and driving value-aligned architectural vision.
- Proven track record in architecting and rolling out scalable solutions in regulated environments, especially in banking, finance, and healthcare.
Joji George is positioned as a strategic technology leader at State Street, overseeing transformation efforts critical to the company’s evolving enterprise landscape. His blend of deep technical acumen, practical innovation, and executive leadership makes him a principal architect of State Street’s current and future digital strategy.
