Jun 2010 – Feb 2014 · 3 yrs 8 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

• As Chief Technology & Products Officer at inPowered AI, I led the reinvention of content marketing through a next-generation, AI-powered platform—built to solve one of the industry’s most persistent challenges: measurable ROI.
• Rather than using AI as an add-on, we embedded it at the core of the product—turning passive impressions into meaningful brand engagement, data into decisions, and content into credible outcomes. The result: a platform that not only scaled reach but elevated customer trust and conversion.
• Key Highlights:
• End-to-End Product & Engineering Leadership:
• Led Product, Engineering, UX/UI Design, and Ops to deliver high-velocity execution. Introduced scalable processes that improved speed-to-launch while maintaining quality and innovation.
• AI-Led Product Innovation:
• Architected and launched breakthrough features powered by cutting-edge AI and machine learning—transforming how brands personalize content and measure performance.
• Customer-Centric Product Strategy:
• Developed solutions deeply aligned with customer needs, resulting in significantly improved engagement metrics and product adoption across segments.
• Technical & Strategic Execution:
• Oversaw infrastructure, system architecture, and engineering roadmap to align with business goals. Delivered platform stability, extensibility, and innovation under tight timelines.
• Cross-Functional Culture Building:
• Fostered a high-performance, collaborative culture across functions. Unified product vision across leadership, engineering, and go-to-market teams to drive strategic clarity and speed.
• My role at inPowered wasn’t just about shipping product—it was about building category-defining technology and setting a new standard for AI-led marketing platforms. I brought to bear my deep experience in product development, digital transformation, and global team leadership to help inPowered scale with confidence in a fast-moving market.

Jan 2010 – Jun 2010 · 5 mos

• Explored a startup idea focused on building online advertising and marketing solutions for small businesses. During this time, I was approached by the founders of inPowered AI to join them as CTO and lead the development of a next-generation AI-powered advertising platform. The opportunity aligned closely with my background in technology leadership and product innovation, and offered a broader platform to drive impact, prompting my decision to transition.

Jun 2008 – Feb 2010 · 1 yr 8 mos · Santa Clara, California, United States

• Making Waves in Travel Tech with Kayak.com
• Jumping into the tech scene with both feet, I took the helm as VP of Engineering for Kayak.com's Advertising Platform. Imagine leading a squad of super smart folks blending engineering magic, UX wizardry, and product smarts. Together, we didn't just build something cool; we changed the game for travel advertising, pushing out millions of ad units daily to power up Kayak’s spot as the ultimate travel search engine for 40 million users a month.
• Cool Stuff We Did:
• Launched awesome ad products that hit the mark every time, including laser-focused ads and an email marketing gig with 3.5 million fans.
• Created the Kayak Network Advertising Portal, basically setting the bar for how travel ads should roll.
• Teamed up with the big shots like Google AdSense, making our platform everyone's go-to for travel buzz.
• My leadership style? Think innovation meets collaboration with a side of let’s-crush-our-goals. It’s all about building a space where creativity meets tech, and where the team feels pumped to outdo themselves. Result? We didn’t just meet our business goals; we blew them out of the water, helping Kayak zoom ahead in the travel tech race.
• This gig was a wild ride, sharpening my skills in everything from ad platform development to making products that users loved, not to mention getting all geeky about user experience and online advertising.
• Skills & Vibes:
• Ad Platform Genius: Building stuff that scales and wows.
• Visionary Tactics: Eyes on the horizon, dreaming up the next big thing.
• Team Cheerleader: Rallying the troops to be their best.
• Product Whiz: Making things that click with users.
• UX Lover: Crafting awesome experiences
• Navigating the digital ad maze like a pro.
• Idea Mixer: Where great minds come together to solve puzzles.
• My time at Kayak? It was about setting the pace for where travel and tech could go. Keen to chat about tech, travel, or how to make big things happen? Let's link up!

Jan 2005 – Jun 2008 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Mountain View, California, United States

• As the founding leader of Intuit’s India Development Center (IDC), I was entrusted with a bold mandate: build a world-class global engineering hub from the ground up—and embed it into the fabric of a product-centric, innovation-driven company.
• I designed, set up, operated, and scaled Intuit India into one of the most respected and high-performing Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in the country—a center that continues to be ranked among India’s Best Places to Work and recognized as a benchmark in global product development.
• Key Achievements:
• GCC from Ground Zero to Global Impact:
• Established Intuit’s offshore product development capability in India—hiring the first engineers and scaling to 1,600+ employees across product, engineering, QA, and support functions.
• Flagship Product Transition & Co-Development:
• Successfully transitioned the development of QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online Edition to India. Built integrated global teams that enhanced product velocity, innovation, and resilience.
• Culture of Innovation:
• Spearheaded initiatives that led to numerous U.S. patent filings, establishing the India center as a hub of invention and not just execution.
• Strategic Influence on Global Operating Model:
• Played a pivotal role in forming Intuit’s Global Division, shaping how the company structured, operated, and scaled global product teams—well ahead of the industry curve.
• Employer Brand Excellence:
• Built a culture rooted in empowerment, ownership, and engineering excellence. Under my leadership, Intuit India was consistently ranked among India’s Top Employers by Great Place to Work®.
• This experience laid the foundation for my career-long passion: helping global companies design, build, and operate high-impact capability centers that drive innovation, scale, and long-term strategic advantage.

May 1999 – Jan 2005 · 5 yrs 8 mos · Mountain View, California, United States

• As Director of Engineering in Intuit’s Small Business Division, I led high-impact engineering and cross-functional product teams responsible for some of Intuit’s most successful innovations—powering growth, platform expansion, and deep customer engagement across the QuickBooks ecosystem.
• Key Contributions:
• Enterprise-Scale Product Delivery:
• Led the planning, design, and delivery of web-based small business software solutions adopted in 10M+ QuickBooks installations—contributing significantly to revenue growth and customer retention.
• Platform & Ecosystem Innovation:
• Pioneered the creation of the Intuit Developer Network (IDN), QuickBooks SDK, and QuickBooks Network (QBN)—laying the foundation for a robust third-party ecosystem that extended Intuit’s reach and created a new revenue stream through partner integrations.
• Strategic Growth Enablement:
• Delivered scalable architecture and platform capabilities that empowered small businesses to expand their financial operations online—at a time when cloud-based services were still emerging.
• Cross-Functional Leadership:
• Partnered closely with product, marketing, and customer success teams to ensure product-market fit, rapid adoption, and high satisfaction. Teams under my leadership consistently delivered with quality, speed, and innovation.
• Culture of Engineering Excellence:
• Cultivated a high-performance engineering culture focused on technical rigor, continuous improvement, and customer-centric problem-solving.
• This role shaped my core philosophy: build scalable platforms, lead with product and customer context, and empower global teams to deliver measurable business value. It also established the product and engineering foundation that I later scaled globally through the launch of Intuit’s India Development Center.

May 1998 – May 1999 · 1 yr · San Jose, California, United States

• As Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at SiteMetrics Inc I played a pivotal role in steering the company to the forefront of the SEO industry. My responsibilities spanned from strategic technological leadership to hands-on development of innovative SEO services.
• Key Achievements:
• Pioneered the development of advanced SEO services, positioning SiteMetrics as an industry trailblazer.
• Engineered a unique online service for comprehensive website performance and reliability analysis, covering application, transaction, and infrastructure aspects.
• Successfully enhanced our clients' online presence, leading to measurable improvements in their website traffic and business performance.
• Led and nurtured a team of skilled professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Established valuable industry partnerships and networks, significantly contributing to our company's growth and reputation.

Dec 1992 – May 1998 · 5 yrs 5 mos

• As Principal Software & Systems Engineer at Humphrey Systems, I spearheaded the design and development of the groundbreaking Atlas Corneal Topography System. This ophthalmic medical device revolutionized corneal curvature measurement, playing a critical role in enhancing LASIK surgeries and contact lens fittings.
• Key Contributions:
• Led the development of user-friendly software interfaces and clinically advanced algorithms, directly contributing to the system's effectiveness and ease of use.
• Innovated in compact mechanical design, allowing for greater accessibility and efficiency in clinical settings.
• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring a seamless integration of software and hardware components.
• The Atlas System was honored with the Photonics Product of the Year award for its technological excellence and immediate positive impact on the field of ophthalmology.
• Achieved significant market penetration, with the product gaining substantial market share within its first year, transforming patient care in eye surgeries worldwide.
• My tenure at Humphrey Systems not only advanced the field of ophthalmology but also significantly enhanced my skills in software and systems engineering, particularly in medical device development.

Jan 1988 – Dec 1992 · 4 yrs 11 mos

• As a Senior Software and systems Engineer at Electro-Optical Information Systems, I played a pivotal role in the design and development of advanced non-contact 3D surface digitization sensors and systems for industrial use. My contributions were instrumental in enhancing EOIS's product offerings in the market.
• Key Achievements:
• Developed key software components that significantly improved the performance and reliability of our digitization systems.
• Actively involved in the installation and integration of systems in various manufacturing plants and research labs, tailoring solutions to meet specific client needs.
• Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless functionality and user experience.
• Contributed to innovations that elevated manufacturing efficiency, quality, and accuracy for our clients, receiving commendable feedback for the same.
• My efforts were central to EOIS's growth and emergence as a leader in industrial digitization technology.
• This role not only allowed me to refine my skills in software and systems engineering but also provided valuable experience in client interaction and custom solution development.