Naveen D B — Director of Engineering

Seasoned Software Engineering Leader with 25+ years in the software industry and 15+ years leading and scaling high-performance engineering organizations. Currently serving as Digital Solutions R&D Leader – Director of Software Engineering, driving end-to-end delivery of mobile applications and connected devices across Android and iOS platforms in complex, regulated environments. I specialize in people-first leadership, building, hiring and mentoring multi-site, cross-functional teams while delivering at scale. My leadership approach combines strategic workforce planning, strong execution discipline, and a relentless focus on engineering excellence, quality, and developer productivity. Core technical and domain expertise includes: > Mobile Engineering Leadership (Android, iOS, Mobile Platforms) > Telecom & Connected Systems (5G, devices, edge integration) > Cloud & Modern Architectures (AWS, scalable cloud-native solutions) > Program & Portfolio Leadership (roadmaps, delivery governance, stakeholder alignment) > Innovation & R&D (patents, ESAs, rapid prototyping, applied research) I am a strong champion of innovation and continuous improvement, actively fostering cultures where experimentation thrives. I have led organization-wide hackathons, driven AI-assisted software development adoption, and enabled teams to explore emerging technologies that translate into real business and customer value. My work and leadership have been recognized through awards such as: > Best People Manager of the Year > Innovation & Hackathon Awards Known for partnering effectively with senior stakeholders, product leaders and architects, I bridge strategy and execution to deliver user-centric, high-quality software products while developing leaders at every level of the organization. I’m motivated by building great teams, solving complex problems and delivering technology that creates measurable impact — and I’m always open to conversations around Director, Senior Director, or Head of Engineering opportunities where leadership, scale, and innovation matter.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in Healthcare and Telecommunications, specializing in mobile and IoT technologies.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Experience: 25 yrs 1 mo

Skills

Mobile Engineering Leadership
Digital Solutions
Program & Portfolio Leadership

Career Highlights

25+ years in software engineering leadership.
Expert in mobile applications and IoT solutions.
Recognized for innovation and people management.

Work Experience

Philips Innovation Campus, Bangalore

Director of Software Engineering Digital Solutions (2 yrs 3 mos)

Senior Engineering Manager (5 yrs 6 mos)

Amazon

Software Development Manager, Alexa Mobile (1 yr 3 mos)

Samsung Electronics

Senior Technical Manager - 4G (5 yrs 11 mos)

Motorola Mobility (a Lenovo Company)

Senior Staff Software Engineer (9 yrs 11 mos)

Global Telesystems

Graduate Engineer Trainee (3 mos)

LRDE

Trainee (1 mo)

Education

BE - Bachelor of Engineering at Bangalore Institute of Technology, BANGALORE-560 004

12+2 at Seshadripuram Pre-University College - India

Naveen D B

Director of Engineering

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India25 yrs 1 mo experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

25+ years in software engineering leadership.
Expert in mobile applications and IoT solutions.
Recognized for innovation and people management.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned leader in Healthcare and Telecommunications, specializing in mobile and IoT technologies.

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Skills

Core Skills

Mobile Engineering LeadershipDigital SolutionsProgram & Portfolio Leadership

Other Skills

Engineering ManagementDigital StrategyMobile ApplicationsMobile DevicesConnectivityInternet of ThingsIoT SolutionsUser EngagementEmbedded SystemsMicroservice ArchitectureVoice SolutionsAWS Microservices4G-LTEIoT MiddlewareMobile Technologies

About

Experience

25 yrs 1 mo

Total Experience

5 yrs

Average Tenure

7 yrs 9 mos

Current Experience

Philips innovation campus, bangalore

2 roles

Director of Software Engineering Digital Solutions

Promoted

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

Leading a dynamic team of over 50 professionals, driving innovation and excellence in the development of Android and iOS mobile applications, as well as IoT solutions for smart connected personal health devices. With a track record of success, our applications boast monthly active users (MAUs) of over 200,000 on both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
By leading digital R&D solutions with a focus on mobile applications and IoT, I am committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower users to live healthier lives while driving business growth and innovation. Let's connect to explore opportunities for collaboration and advancement in the rapidly evolving digital health landscape.

Engineering ManagementDigital StrategyMobile ApplicationsMobile DevicesConnectivityInternet of Things+2

Senior Engineering Manager

Jun 2018 – Dec 2023 · 5 yrs 6 mos

I lead two cross-functional engineering teams based in Bangalore(30) and Pune(25), delivering enterprise healthcare software in the Sleep and Respiratory Care domain. We developed and maintain mobile-connected device platforms and applications across Android, iOS, and embedded systems, enabling seamless integration with clinical ecosystems. Worked on key solutions such as DreamMapper, Care Orchestrator, and Encore Anywhere, while modernizing the technology stack by bridging legacy .NET Framework monolithic systems with scalable microservice-based architectures. Through this effort, we support secure, connected care workflows that improve patient engagement, clinician efficiency and overall healthcare outcomes.

Amazon

Software Development Manager, Alexa Mobile

Feb 2017 – May 2018 · 1 yr 3 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

In my role as Manager, I lead two agile teams, each comprising eight talented members, in the delivery of innovative Alexa mobile app and voice solutions for accessories. With a focus on user experience and functionality, our solutions seamlessly integrate with Alexa-enabled devices, enhancing user interaction and convenience.
Fraud and Abuse Detection: Lead solutions in fraud and abuse detection and prevention through platform services utilizing AWS Microservice architecture and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA). Implement robust mechanisms for identifying and mitigating fraudulent activities, protecting user data and maintaining platform integrity. Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to integrate machine learning models into platform services, enhancing fraud detection capabilities and improving accuracy and efficiency over time.

Engineering ManagementMobile Engineering Leadership

Samsung electronics

Senior Technical Manager - 4G

Feb 2011 – Jan 2017 · 5 yrs 11 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

As Senior Technical Manager of Engineering overseeing a dynamic team of 35 members, I am responsible for leading the development of cutting-edge mobile technologies, specializing in 4G-LTE, IMS-VoLTE, Radio Interface Layer (RIL), interRAT, and IoT middleware for Android mobile handsets and wearables. With a focus on innovation and performance, our solutions enable seamless connectivity and enhanced user experiences across a diverse range of devices.

Engineering ManagementMobile Engineering Leadership

Motorola mobility (a lenovo company)

Senior Staff Software Engineer

Feb 2001 – Jan 2011 · 9 yrs 11 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

In my role as a Senior Staff Engineer, I lead a specialized team focused on telecommunications technologies and mobile device development. With expertise spanning 3G NAS, Mobility Manager, Telephony Middleware, Feature Phones, Datacards, and a variety of operating systems including Symbian, TSY, Linux, Java, and Android, our team drives innovation and excellence in the telecommunications industry.

Global telesystems

Graduate Engineer Trainee

Oct 2000 – Jan 2001 · 3 mos · Mumbai Area, India

As a Telecom Engineer specializing in Frame Relay, Modems, and Switches, I bring extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing telecommunications networks to ensure optimal performance and reliability. With expertise in these core technologies, I am dedicated to driving efficiency, scalability, and security in telecommunications infrastructure.

Lrde

Trainee

Nov 1999 – Dec 1999 · 1 mo · Bangalore

This academic project aims to simulate pulse modulated signals in antenna communication systems based on varying distance and power parameters. Pulse modulation techniques, such as pulse amplitude modulation (PAM), pulse width modulation (PWM), and pulse position modulation (PPM), are widely used in wireless communication systems for transmitting digital data over analog channels. By simulating the behavior of pulse modulated signals under different conditions of antenna distance and power levels, this project seeks to analyze the performance characteristics and optimize the design parameters for efficient communication.