Thomas Engel is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the banking and IT consulting sectors, currently serving as a Senior Manager at PPI AG since September 2007. Engel has successfully led projects such as the transition from legacy systems to modern platforms, specifically overseeing the replacement of the Online-Banking Backend from Cobol to Java and managing the transformation and migration of various banking systems. Prior to PPI AG, Engel held senior consulting and engineering roles at DPS and INFO AG, focusing on system implementations, software development, and the integration of financial technologies. Engel's expertise encompasses project leadership, test management, and software architecture within the banking industry.