Technologist / Computer Scientist with extensive experience in developing models, algorithms, and prototypes to solve fundamental and applied research problems at scale with smart creatives. Currently working on application of distributed computing and machine learning on large scale multi-protocol communication systems applied to the automotive domain.As Chief Architect at myKaarma, I am responsible for the security, scalability, and reliability of the entire myKaarma platform. As head of myKaarma Labs, I work to push the boundaries of our knowledge to work on high-risk/high-rewards projects to solve hard problems that will take our business to the next level. As the head of Engineering at myKaarma, I get to work with and mentor a team of extremely talented individuals in making our customers' lives better.--- From my previous life at Inria Paris-Rocquencourt ---Co-led international projects including proposal-writing, fundraising and negotiations with grant-making organizations, and managing transcontinental teams spanning academia and industry. Served as speaker and panelist at industry and academic events in three continents on use of technology in smart cities. Authored numerous scientific publications in leading conferences and journals. Co-supervised two PhD students to completion. Regularly teach graduate-level classes on sensor networks and mobile social networking. Business experience advising technology startups from initial bootstrapping phases. Expertise in developing mobile and web apps, including the notable ones below: ● Srijan: toolkit for sensor network macroprogramming● Yarta: middleware for mobile social networking, utilized by the Inria internal social network to support 3rd party mobile apps● NeverBLate: “Best mashup award” OpenDataLab organized by RATP● Next Bus Versailles: Android app with 2500+ users in Versailles, France● ChunaaviTukka: rapidly developed (4-days) mobile web app for Indian elections; 12,000 pageviews from 3,000 sessions in 3 days.