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Mohit Chhajed

Vice President @ Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs | Global Engineering IT Leader | Digital Transformations | AI Productivity and Transformation | Ex-GCC Head | Ex-Entrepreneur

India

19+ years of work experience

Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs
Jul 20251 yr 2 mosPresent

Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs
Apr 20223 yrs 3 mosJun 2025

In my current role, I lead the Digital Omni-channel Transformation (DOT) program for Germany, with a focus on enhancing the customer journey and delivering significant business outcomes. I am responsible for overseeing engineering delivery, managing large-scale transformation initiatives, and integrating innovative tools and technologies to drive efficiency and modernization across the organization. My responsibilities include guiding cross-functional teams through the retirement of major legacy applications, ensuring seamless transitions without disrupting business operations. I am committed to leveraging artificial intelligence to modernize our technology landscape, preparing the organization for future capabilities and growth. My leadership is recognized for driving resource optimization, fostering a culture of innovation, and influencing the future of communication through the strategic adoption of AI. As a key driver of digital transformation at Deutsche Telekom, I collaborate with stakeholders to align technology with business objectives, champion best practices, and ensure the delivery of impactful solutions that contribute to business growth and operational excellence.
PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk
Sep 20192 yrs 7 mosMar 2022

India

As the Country Head for Smartfren Telecom, I established a product development center, growing the team, led digital transformation initiatives and managed budgets, technical deliveries, and operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. My role involved collaborating with key stakeholders to fulfill digital transformation requirements and directing the delivery of digital products utilizing microservices architecture. Achievements: I successfully directed the delivery of digital products that improved scalability and efficiency. I owned OKRs for new product innovation, focusing on telecom products, and ensured the successful delivery of IT projects and services across the organization.
VLink Inc
Dec 20108 yrs 10 mosSep 2019

Gurugram, Haryana, India

As a co-founder of VLink Inc. (Juventus), I played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding the company’s presence in the market. Serving as Managing Director for the APAC region, I oversaw end-to-end operations, strategic business planning, and the execution of key growth initiatives. My focus was on acquiring new customers and expanding our client base across diverse sectors, including telecom, insurance, and e-commerce. I was responsible for building and leading a high-performing team of IT professionals across the USA, India, and Indonesia, ensuring the successful delivery of complex technology projects and services. My role encompassed managing financial planning, driving overall business strategy, and sustaining long-term growth and profitability. Through a hands-on leadership approach, I fostered a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and customer-centricity, contributing to VLink’s reputation as a trusted global technology partner.
WIPRO TECHNOLOGIES
Oct 20091 yr 2 mosNov 2010

Gurgoan

In this role, I managed customer expectations and provided tailored solutions for Subscription and Transcoding services in the telecom sector. I successfully delivered Subscription and Transcoding engines for Uninor, working closely with clients to finalize requirements. Achievements: I ensured the successful delivery of solutions that met business needs, enhancing customer satisfaction.
IBM
Oct 20063 yrs 1 moOct 2009

Gurugram, Haryana, India

I implemented integration solutions between various telecom systems, ensuring seamless operations. My role involved delivering mission-critical services built on robust multi-tier architectures and introducing agile practices to improve performance. Achievements: I successfully enhanced software reliability through version control and automated integration, streamlining the development process.

Mohit’s AI Stack

antigravity
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codex
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Education

L.D. College of Engineering

MCA, Computers

L.D. College of Engineering

20003 yrs2003
Mohanlal Sukhadia University

Bachelor’s Degree, Mathematics and Computer Science

Mohanlal Sukhadia University

19954 yrs1999

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Headline

Vice President @ Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs | Global Engineering IT Leader | Digital Transformations | AI Productivity and Transformation | Ex-GCC Head | Ex-Entrepreneur

About

As Vice President at Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs, I lead the Digital Omni-channel Transformation (DOT) program in Germany, focusing on enhancing customer journeys and advancing operational efficiency. My work leverages artificial intelligence, system architecture, and integration to modernize technology infrastructure and oversee large-scale transformation initiatives. With over a decade of experience in AI and digital transformation, I am committed to delivering impactful business outcomes by retiring legacy applications and implementing innovative tools. I strive to foster collaboration across cross-functional teams to achieve seamless technology transitions and drive modernization efforts that align with organizational goals.

Location

India

AI stack

antigravity

codex

Work experience

Vice President at Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs, Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr 2 mos

Senior Director of Engineering at Deutsche Telekom Digital Labs, Apr 2022 - Jun 2025 · 3 yrs 3 mos, In my current role, I lead the Digital Omni-channel Transformation (DOT) program for Germany, with a focus on enhancing the customer journey and delivering significant business outcomes. I am responsible for overseeing engineering delivery, managing large-scale transformation initiatives, and integrating innovative tools and technologies to drive efficiency and modernization across the organization. My responsibilities include guiding cross-functional teams through the retirement of major legacy applications, ensuring seamless transitions without disrupting business operations. I am committed to leveraging artificial intelligence to modernize our technology landscape, preparing the organization for future capabilities and growth. My leadership is recognized for driving resource optimization, fostering a culture of innovation, and influencing the future of communication through the strategic adoption of AI. As a key driver of digital transformation at Deutsche Telekom, I collaborate with stakeholders to align technology with business objectives, champion best practices, and ensure the delivery of impactful solutions that contribute to business growth and operational excellence.

GCC Head - India at PT Smartfren Telecom Tbk, Sep 2019 - Mar 2022 · 2 yrs 7 mos, India, As the Country Head for Smartfren Telecom, I established a product development center, growing the team, led digital transformation initiatives and managed budgets, technical deliveries, and operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. My role involved collaborating with key stakeholders to fulfill digital transformation requirements and directing the delivery of digital products utilizing microservices architecture. Achievements: I successfully directed the delivery of digital products that improved scalability and efficiency. I owned OKRs for new product innovation, focusing on telecom products, and ensured the successful delivery of IT projects and services across the organization.

Co-founder & Managing Director - APAC at VLink Inc, Dec 2010 - Sep 2019 · 8 yrs 10 mos, Gurugram, Haryana, India, As a co-founder of VLink Inc. (Juventus), I played a pivotal role in establishing and expanding the company’s presence in the market. Serving as Managing Director for the APAC region, I oversaw end-to-end operations, strategic business planning, and the execution of key growth initiatives. My focus was on acquiring new customers and expanding our client base across diverse sectors, including telecom, insurance, and e-commerce. I was responsible for building and leading a high-performing team of IT professionals across the USA, India, and Indonesia, ensuring the successful delivery of complex technology projects and services. My role encompassed managing financial planning, driving overall business strategy, and sustaining long-term growth and profitability. Through a hands-on leadership approach, I fostered a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and customer-centricity, contributing to VLink’s reputation as a trusted global technology partner.

Consultant / Service delivery Platform (SDP) at WIPRO TECHNOLOGIES, Oct 2009 - Nov 2010 · 1 yr 2 mos, Gurgoan, In this role, I managed customer expectations and provided tailored solutions for Subscription and Transcoding services in the telecom sector. I successfully delivered Subscription and Transcoding engines for Uninor, working closely with clients to finalize requirements. Achievements: I ensured the successful delivery of solutions that met business needs, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Consultant / Service delivery Platform (SDP) at IBM, Oct 2006 - Oct 2009 · 3 yrs 1 mo, Gurugram, Haryana, India, I implemented integration solutions between various telecom systems, ensuring seamless operations. My role involved delivering mission-critical services built on robust multi-tier architectures and introducing agile practices to improve performance. Achievements: I successfully enhanced software reliability through version control and automated integration, streamlining the development process.

Education

MCA, Computers, L.D. College of Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree, Mathematics and Computer Science, Mohanlal Sukhadia University