We have interviewed Multitude’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Kornel Kabele, leading a team of 200+ IT professionals. He has over 17 years of experience in the banking industry and extensive experience in software development and project management. He joined the company in 2017 as Head of Java Development and since 2018 has been the company’s technology lead and leads passionately.
In this piece, Kornel explains how Multitude's in-house technology is helping us achieve our goal of becoming the most valued financial ecosystem. He also discusses the key competencies and technologies that are crucial for success in the IT and FinTech industries. Furthermore, Kornel touches on Multitude's people leadership and culture, which prioritise innovation, curiosity, collaboration, and impactful results. This fosters an environment where agile evolution replaces bureaucracy and innovation is rewarded.
“Multitude's vision extends beyond catering to customers alone. We aim to create the most valued financial ecosystem for all stakeholders involved, including customers, business partners, investors, and employees. By prioritising their needs and delivering a comprehensive suite of digital-native financial services through open APIs, we strive to foster a thriving ecosystem where value is created and shared,“ explains Kornel.
Enabling the Vision with Modern Technology: “Over the past five years, Multitude has undertaken a radical modernisation of its technology landscape. We have developed new digital channels, including angular-based web and native mobile applications. These interfaces seamlessly communicate with over 400 microservices running on a cloud-native platform powered by Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, RabbitMQ, and Camunda. Additionally, we have replaced our old core banking system with a modular and easily extensible one. By implementing fully automated CI/CD pipelines, we ensure efficient testing and change deployment. Our technology stack comprises various programming languages and both SQL and NoSQL databases, allowing us to adapt and innovate rapidly.”
“Do not stop learning, it is key to your success” In today’s technological landscape, learning is the most critical competency for achieving success in IT. Traditional career paths have given way to a dynamic enviro where adaptability and the ability to learn new concepts and problem-solving approaches are paramount. Technologies such as machine learning (ML), cloud computing, and low-code/no-code platforms play a pivotal role in the FinTech space. ML enables us to enhance credit risk scoring, automate testing, analyse security threats, and deploy customer support chatbots. Cloud computing, particularly the shift towards hybrid cloud, ensures scalability, agility, and cost-efficiency. Furthermore, embracing low-code/no-code technologies accelerates time to market, enhances predictability, and reduces development costs.
Do you want to find out more about Kornel´s journey, top tips for those working in IT, best leadership practices, and his personal inspiration and motivation outside of work? Watch the video below. The interview is moderated by Natália Zemková, (HR Generalist).
Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be taken as, professional or financial advice.