● Providing strategic direction to the team on product development, actively participating in decision-making processes regarding architecture and design.● Implemented robust engineering practices to standardize and enhance overall code and product quality.● Transformed India engineering teams into autonomous, high-performing teams, empowering them to own and drive their product areas.● Streamlined engineering execution by aligning team objectives with company OKRs.● Drove business growth by guiding the team in building a new digital ordering platform and introducing OpenTable’s first native Takeout product.● Championing the development of a strong culture of engineering excellence, aligned with the core values of the company.● Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, resulting in heightened employee engagement and productivity.● Mentored direct reports and other engineers, fostering their growth into future leaders, and empowering them to excel.● Collaborating with execs and senior leaders to elevate the India development centre into a strategic hub for growth and expansion, leveraging the abundant talent pool available in India.● Partnering with cross-functional leaders across different regions to achieve product, technical, and business goals.● Helping multiple leaders across various departments & regions in hiring local talent and accelerating the growth of the India development centre.● Serving as the executive figure for the India Site, and helping various shared services teams in making decisions regarding policies and employee satisfaction to ensure smooth operations.● Utilized advanced communication and collaboration tools to facilitate effective team communication and coordination across different time zones.● Implemented best practices for remote team management, including clear goal setting, regular virtual meetings, and transparent communication channels.

● Pioneered the establishment of an "Innovation" group within the Technology function, aimed at fostering platform growth and the development of cutting-edge products.● Built and cultivated a high-performing team of software and quality engineers from the ground up to drive scalable product development initiatives.● Led the entire Upstream product portfolio, overseeing multiple core product lines with a focus on innovation and market relevance.● Led and expanded the Upstream engineering teams to over 80 individuals, comprising managers, architects, software engineers, and quality engineers from India and the US.● Collaborated with various product teams to shape the vision and direction of the product roadmap, ensuring alignment with architectural and engineering best practices.● Partnered closely with product teams to define roadmap priorities and provided guidance to engineering managers and architects, ensuring technical solutions aligned with customer needs and satisfaction.● Provided strategic support to sales teams on various RFPs, facilitating the identification of optimal solutions and implementation strategies for prospects.● Assisted sales and pre-sales teams in driving cross-selling and up-selling opportunities for new products.● Managed and mentored managers in all aspects of people management, including performance appraisals, hiring, expectation management, and career progression.● Orchestrated integration and dependency management between diverse teams, mitigating complexities and ensuring seamless collaboration.● Spearheaded recruitment efforts for key positions, focusing on capability building in emerging and niche technologies to meet organizational objectives.● Oversaw vendor relationships and monitored progress for the outsourced product development unit, ensuring alignment with project timelines and quality standards.

● Spearheaded the development of multiple products and services, both independently and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating versatility and proficiency across diverse projects.● Played a pivotal role in assisting startup customers in establishing new teams tailored to their specific skill requirements, with a strategic vision for rapid scaling and the timely delivery of minimum viable products (MVPs).● Contributed significantly to the successful transformation of various conceptual ideas into tangible products, driving innovation and market competitiveness.● Managed multiple client relationships and actively facilitated the realization of their product visions by liaising with internal teams to understand requirements, technical specifications, and other critical parameters.● Led efforts in capability building within the organization, ensuring scalability and preparedness to meet future technological and operational demands, thereby enhancing overall organizational effectiveness and agility.

● Transitioned to SAP as part of the acquisition of YASU Technologies, playing a crucial role in facilitating a smooth transition for the team during the integration phase.● Provided valuable support and expertise during the transition period, ensuring continuity of operations and alignment with SAP's processes and standards.

● Started my professional career by joining YASU, a BRMS (Business Rules Management System) product startup, immediately after completing college, where I underwent comprehensive training in .NET technologies.● Assumed responsibility for the Quick Rules Repository product module, a critical module of the product, shortly after completing training. Progressed to oversee the entire development process with guidance from the module lead, demonstrating rapid adaptation and proficiency in handling complex technical responsibilities.