Elias Schwalme

Head of Security/-Telecommunication

Elias Schwalme
Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jan 2021 - Present
3 years 5 months
Germany
Hybrid

Head of Telco/ Technology | Digital

Self-Employed

Co-led product discovery by developing user target journeys and user story mapping, contributing to the vision, strategy, and roadmap for product and its sub-products. Prioritized product backlog and coordinated sprint planning, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely delivery of high-value features.

Jan 2020 - Sep 2024
3 years 9 months
San Francisco, United States

CEO & Founder

Lee-AI Inc. Delaware

Design and development of a computer vision based personalised.AI avatar for mental health. Training of a machine learning (ML) controlled stylised 2D facial animation models and implementation of RHLF, and retrieval augmented generation (RAG).

Apr 2018 - Dec 2021
3 years 9 months
Germany
Hybrid

Strategy Manager | Project Lead Developer

Deloitte GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft

Managing and developing 5-8 employees spread across several project teams. Collaboration with various internal partners (Product, Service, Pricing, RFP Team, Legal) in the context of proposal preparation and execution of projects.

Oct 2014 - Dec 2017
3 years 3 months
Munich, Germany
On-site

Product Engineer - (IT-Security/Data-Privacy)

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft

Managed team's efforts in maintaining existing software, fixing bugs, and enhancing current codebase in the field of charging infrastructure for e-mobility ((End-to-End)) in close cooperation as an external employee with suppliers and research partners through the technology stack.

Summary

I specialize in digital transformation, IT security, and AI/ML integration, with a track record of delivering measurable results across banking, aviation, telecom, and technology sectors. My approach combines strategic planning with hands-on execution—whether leading AI-driven fraud reduction at N26, optimizing cloud infrastructure at Microsoft, or driving revenue growth at Lufthansa. I have deep experience in product discovery, agile delivery, and cross-functional team leadership, consistently improving efficiency and reducing costs. My work in AI-powered mental health solutions and computer vision demonstrates my ability to innovate and scale new technologies. With an Executive MBA from TUM and leadership training from Harvard, I bring both technical and business acumen to every engagement, focusing on operational excellence, process optimization, and sustainable growth.

Languages

English
Advanced
German
Advanced

Education

Oct 2017 - Dec 2019

Technical University of Munich

MBA · Business & IT Engineering · Munich, Germany · *dropped out

Sep 2014 - Mar 2017

University of Applied Sciences

Bachelor · Business Management · Munich, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Credential of Leadership, Impact, and Management in Business (CLIMB)

Harvard Business School