Alexander Eiselmayer, Ph.D.

Detail-oriented technology executive with extensive leadership experience expediting cloud transformation, AI-driven process improvement, and scalable software architecture for global enterprises.

About Me

I'm a detail-oriented technology executive with extensive leadership experience expediting cloud transformation, AI-driven process improvement, and scalable software architecture for global enterprises. With proven expertise in driving cross-functional leadership, operational efficiency, and platform modernization across insurance technology, financial technology (fintech), and investment management, I leverage strong operations management skills and strategic approach to lead execution of high-impact technical innovation and business growth initiatives.

Currently, I'm orchestrating the development of compliant, scalable cloud solutions for MK Holding, integrating large language models to automate insurance claims and reducing manual processing times. My approach combines global team leadership with digital transformation & legacy migration initiatives to facilitate the transformation of legacy systems for greater cost effectiveness and scalability.

My technical expertise spans cloud computing, data visualization, IT strategy execution, agile methodologies, UX/UI design, and big data artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) integration. I excel in project planning, software development life cycle (SDLC), resource management, frontend development, backend development, API design, full-stack development, program management, business strategy implementation, and cost optimization.

Alexander Eiselmayer

Professional Experience

Chief Technology Officer

MK Holding GmbH & Co. KG

Munich, Germany

February 2024 – Present
  • Supervise a cross-functional team of three developers in designing and launching compliant cloud solutions that automate insurance damage claims processing
  • Reduced processing times by 70% by building a fully serverless architecture on AWS, leveraging SQS, S3, Lambda, SES, SNS, EventBridge, Cognito, ECS, and CloudWatch for cost-efficient operations
  • Minimized manual workloads by 40%, driving a 60% boost in efficiency through the use of large language models to refine automation capabilities
  • Secured the inaugural B2B customer for Aestimo.io by integrating advanced AI, driving significant revenue growth and expanding market reach
  • Enhanced user experience and system reliability through the development and incorporation of a robust backend with NestJS and a mobile-first frontend with React

Chief Technology Officer

EDUBAO GmbH

Munich, Germany

August 2022 – December 2023
  • Directed all aspects of business operations involving the modernization of legacy systems and adoption of cloud-based technologies
  • Led multiple teams in Germany and Vietnam to analyze performance data and develop solutions that help improve customer experiences
  • Accelerated development cycles by expediting the migration from C# to a Node.js-based mini service architecture on AWS, improving system flexibility and reducing operational expenses
  • Initiated the end-to-end development of the myEDUBAO app, from concept to market launch, enhancing user control over banking and insurance products
  • Strengthened cross-functional collaboration among engineers and designers to help ensure consistent performance in project execution across multiple time zones

Head of IT and Operations

Prio Partners GmbH

Zurich, Switzerland

January 2016 – July 2022
  • Oversaw IT infrastructure and operations with keen focus on optimizing workflows and implementing process automation to drive operational efficiency for an independent investment office
  • Achieved a 3.4% increase in return on investment for high-net-worth clients by modeling tactical asset allocation strategies using the proprietary PP factor model for improved portfolio performance
  • Slashed manual task requirements by implementing business process automation for faster delivery and greater efficiency in strategic operations
  • Minimized friction and improved overall operational productivity by conducting comprehensive UX research to streamline analyst workflows

Skills

Program Management

JiraMS ProjectProject PlanningSDLCResource ManagementBusiness Strategy ImplementationCost Optimization

Frontend Development

TypeScriptReactAngularNext.jsReact NativeVue.jsHTMLCSSJavaScript

Backend Development

NestJSNode.jsPythonRJavaRESTful APIsSQLNoSQL

Cloud & DevOps

AWS (S3, Lambda, ECS, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, Cognito, CloudWatch)CI/CD pipelinesDockerGitContainerizationDevOpsCloud ArchitectureScalability Engineering

AI & Data

AI/ML IntegrationLarge Language ModelsData VisualizationBig DataData AnalyticsETL ProcessesData GovernanceBusiness Intelligence

Leadership & Strategy

Agile MethodologiesCross-functional LeadershipUX/UI DesignUser-Centered DesignStrategic LeadershipTeam BuildingC-Level CommunicationsChange Management

Education

2018 — 2023

Doctor of Science, Ph.D. in Computer Science

University of Zurich, Switzerland

  • Focus: Human-Computer Interaction
  • Thesis: Designing the right experiment right
2016 — 2018

Master of Science, Major in Information Systems

University of Zurich, Switzerland

  • Focus: Information Systems
  • Advanced studies in software architecture and systems design
2012 — 2016

Bachelor of Science, Major in Information Systems

Technical University of Munich, Germany

  • Foundation in computer science and information systems
  • Strong technical and analytical background

Professional Certifications

AWS Certified AI Practitioner Badge

AWS Certified AI Practitioner

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

FoundationalIssued: 2025

Enables me to design and implement AI/ML solutions using AWS services for business automation. I can leverage generative AI and large language models to optimize processes and drive operational efficiency. This certification validates my ability to integrate advanced AI capabilities into scalable cloud architectures.

Publications

Ph.D. Dissertation

Designing the right experiment right. Interactive systems to support trade-off and sample size decisions in HCI experiment design

Alexander Eiselmayer

University of Zurich, Faculty of Economics, 2023

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Conference paper

Argus: Interactive a priori Power Analysis

Xiaoyi Wang, Alexander Eiselmayer, Wendy E. Mackay, Kasper Hornbæk, Chat Wacharamanotham

VIS 2020, 2020

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Doctoral Consortium

Supporting the Design and Analysis of HCI Experiments

Alexander Eiselmayer

CHI 2020, Hawai`i, US, 2020

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Conference paper

Touchstone2: An Interactive Environment for Exploring Trade-offs in HCI Experiment Design

Alexander Eiselmayer, Chat Wacharamanotham, Michel Beaudouin-Lafon, Wendy E. Mackay

CHI 2019, Glasgow, UK, 2019

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