Oracle Academy was thrilled to welcome Shashika Ramsany, Consulting Sales Director, Banking & Insurance – Africa Region at Oracle, as the featured guest on the latest episode of the Oracle Academy Tech Chat podcast. This episode was hosted by Bekere Amassoma, Oracle Academy Program Manager, SSA.
Bringing years of specialized experience in the financial services industry, Shashika shared her journey, professional insights, and practical advice for building a technology-driven career in finance.
With extensive experience supporting commercial and retail banks across industry transformation, from process optimization and customer analytics to regulatory reporting, Shashika has become a trusted advisor in the world of fintech. Her ability to bridge the gap between business objectives and emerging technologies has positioned her as a subject matter expert guiding clients through complex data and AI-driven changes in a rapidly evolving sector.
During her appearance, Shashika highlighted how roles for tech professionals in financial services are more diverse and dynamic than ever. Recent advancements mean that the sector now requires a blend of skills in data architecture, predictive analytics, machine learning, intelligent automation, and digital customer engagement. As financial institutions increasingly leverage agentic AI and data-driven strategies, new opportunities are emerging for those ready to adapt and contribute to transformation programs within the industry.
When asked about essential skills for aspiring professionals, Shashika emphasized the combination of technical know-how such as data science, cloud computing, and AI, with strong soft skills, including adaptability, critical thinking, and communication. She advises students to build a foundation in core technologies while cultivating a mindset open to continuous learning and innovation.
Shashika also provided actionable recommendations for educators aiming to prepare students for future and current technologies like AI and blockchain. She encourages integrating practical, industry-relevant experiences into curriculums and fostering partnerships between academia and industry to give students exposure to real-world challenges and emerging technologies.
With her deep industry knowledge and hands-on approach to technology ecosystems, Shashika Ramsany brought invaluable perspective to this Oracle Academy Tech Chat episode. Whether you’re a student, educator, or tech professional, her insights offer guidance on navigating and succeeding within the rapidly changing landscape of financial services technology.
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