Kavitha Thiyagarajan

Senior technology and digital transformation leader with over 20 years of progressive experience spanning enterprise delivery management, financial services, and large-scale IT modernization programs. Currently serving as Enterprise Global Delivery Director at Ascendion, leading a $100M+ portfolio with 27 agile teams and 185+ applications, driving AI-enabled transformation, automation, and enterprise-scale delivery optimization. Responsible for implementing GenAI and RAG-based solutions, improving SDLC efficiency, and delivering measurable business impact including cost savings, reduced delivery timelines, and increased customer satisfaction.

Previously held senior leadership roles at Visa, where responsibilities included global product implementation, platform modernization, P&L ownership, and operational optimization across Latin America and international markets. Delivered significant improvements in efficiency, client experience, and technology-business alignment through data-driven transformation initiatives and AI-enabled frameworks.

Earlier experience includes Head of Testing at Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh, where led enterprise-wide testing strategy, DevSecOps adoption, CI/CD implementation, and cloud transformation initiatives across large application ecosystems. Also served as QA Manager at SQS Group and Tech Lead at FIS, building foundational expertise in test automation, offshore delivery management, and enterprise banking systems.

Recognized for strong leadership in digital transformation, agile delivery, AI adoption, and cross-functional program execution, with a proven ability to lead global teams, optimize large portfolios, and deliver measurable operational and financial outcomes.