Vishal Chaphekar

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DISC Type : c

Director of Software Engineering at Ally

Brentwood, Tennessee, United States

Overview

Vishal Chaphekar is a senior technology executive with over two decades of experience leading SRE and infrastructure for global SaaS platforms on AWS. He specializes in cloud strategy, security, and FinOps, holding AWS Professional certifications. Colleagues describe him as a personable, strategic, and communicative leader.

He achieved over $50M in savings through strategic FinOps, automation, and vendor optimization.

Personality Overview

Systematic

Value Seeker

Not Easily Convinced

They prefer to analyze every situation thoroughly.
  They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point. It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions.

Topics They Care About

Cloud FinOps Strategy
He has a proven track record of delivering over $50M in savings through financial operations, automation, and strategic vendor optimization.
AI/ML Innovation
His current role involves shaping and driving innovation strategies in AI and Machine Learning, indicating a focus on emerging technologies.
Healthcare & FinTech
He highlights specific expertise in the healthcare and financial technology sectors, focusing on scalable platforms and complex compliance roadmaps (HIPAA, SOC2).

Media Appearances

Vishal has no verified media appearances

Work History

1-2025
Director of Software Engineering at Ally
4-2021 - 5-2024
SDM - Amazon at Amazon
9-2017 - 4-2021
Sr. Manager Software Engineering at Asurion
7-2016 - 9-2017
Sr. Solutions Architect - HCA at HealthTrust Purchasing Group
4-2006 - 7-2016
Director Of Information Technology at Synechron

Education

1991 - 1997
Bachelor of Enggineering from KESEC Engg College

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Exp : 19 Location : Brentwood, Tennessee, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Software Engineering at Ally
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Insights For Selling To Vishal

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Back up any claims with data and numbers
  • If you have a lower priced product compared to the competition, call out the same
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits

DONT's

  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t depend too much on anecdotal evidence, it reduces their confidence
  • Avoid phrases like ‘do not worry about’, ‘no one compares to’ etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Vishal is

  • Ensuring that the product delivers ROI, cost-effective pricing and process compliance are very important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Vishal

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Vishal move?

  • If they have the information that they need, they can move fast at making their decisions.
  • Can Vishal take some risk or not?

  • They can take risk if they are convinced that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Vishal

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