Bas Tillema
Profielschets
IT Transformation Lead with 25+ years in financial services, delivering large-scale software, data, cloud and regulatory transformation. Known for structuring complexity, modernizing IT landscapes and building high-performing engineering teams. Combines strategic direction with hands-on leadership to achieve measurable and sustainable results.
Overzicht
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Languages
1
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Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Werkervaring
IT Lead
ABN AMRO
2022.05 - Nu
- Lead a 30-person Data Engineering & Architecture department delivering a scalable data platform for Finance and Risk.
- Transitioned Data Engineers from business to IT, improving engineering standards and delivery.
- Doubled department size and reorganized into specialized teams.
- Accountable for Azure-based Data Warehouse migration and Agile/DevOps adoption.
- Established a Platform team and optimized tooling and processes.
Programme Manager
ABN AMRO Mortgages
2020.01 - 2022.04
- Led 'Duurzaam Veilig', strengthening the organisation’s security posture and regulatory compliance (ECB, DNB).
- Embedded automation and secure working practices.
- Implemented security controls and drove a lasting cultural shift.
Manager IT
ABN AMRO Corporate Payments
2015.01 - 2019.12
- Led multiple software engineering teams delivering and maintaining mission-critical corporate payment systems.
- Managed 20 onsite engineers and 25 offshore engineers from Infosys in India, improving delivery quality and engineering maturity.
- Built Portal and PSD2 software teams from the ground up, creating a scalable foundation for future digital growth.
- Delivered stable 24/7 operations with strong focus on continuity, reliability and operational excellence.
Manager IT
ABN AMRO Retail Payments
2010.12 - 2014.12
- Led Release & Operations for high-volume payment software systems including Debit/Credit Cards, PIN, Fraud Detection and ATMs.
- Directed two software release streams with significant offshore execution by TCS in India.
- Ensured secure and stable 24/7 operations in a mission-critical environment.
Manager Vendor & Operational Control
ABN AMRO
2007.04 - 2010.11
- Led MI Analysts and Project Controllers delivering KPIs, dashboards and portfolio reporting.
- Implemented Release Management processes across the organization.
Process Improvement Manager
ABN AMRO
2005.04 - 2007.03
- Implemented CMM within Investments, improving predictability and quality.
- Managed outsourcing processes and vendor collaboration.
Project Manager IT
ABN AMRO Securities
2000.03 - 2005.05
- Delivered multiple software development projects including SOB Beurs & THIS (24/7 brokerage routing), QI Reporting, UBIS expansion and Corporate Action package implementation.
Management Trainee
ABN AMRO
2000.03 - 2001.02
- Completed diverse IT assignments, developing analytical and leadership skills.
Consultant
Syntel
1998.04 - 2000.02
- Coordinated Euro conversion in Europort trading systems, ensuring seamless transition.
Software Engineer
Minihouse
1996.01 - 1998.03
- Developed software solutions for clients in publishing, construction and pensions.
Opleidingen
Msc Informatics & Business -
Rijks Universiteit Groningen
1990 - 1995
Vaardigheden
- Leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Programme management
- Change management
- Consultancy
- Project & Release Management
Certificering
- GPS Leadership Program
- Nyenrode Leadership Programs
- Programme Management (ICM)
- Financial Institutions
- Financial Management
- NIBE Securities 1 & 2
Languages
Dutch
Eerste taal
English
Gevorderd
Tijdlijn
IT Lead
ABN AMRO
2022.05 - Nu
Programme Manager
ABN AMRO Mortgages
2020.01 - 2022.04
Manager IT
ABN AMRO Corporate Payments
2015.01 - 2019.12
Manager IT
ABN AMRO Retail Payments
2010.12 - 2014.12
Manager Vendor & Operational Control
ABN AMRO
2007.04 - 2010.11
Process Improvement Manager
ABN AMRO
2005.04 - 2007.03
Project Manager IT
ABN AMRO Securities
2000.03 - 2005.05
Management Trainee
ABN AMRO
2000.03 - 2001.02
Consultant
Syntel
1998.04 - 2000.02
Software Engineer
Minihouse
1996.01 - 1998.03
Msc Informatics & Business -
Rijks Universiteit Groningen
1990 - 1995