Ritu Kapoor

CTO

Greater Delhi Area, India21 yrs 6 mos experience
Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • 20+ years in technology leadership roles.
  • Expert in AI-driven platforms and SaaS products.
  • Proven track record of 90% revenue growth.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and EdTech leader with expertise in AI and digital transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technology Strategy & RoadmappingAi In EducationProcess AutomationAgile MethodologiesProject ManagementMobile TechnologySoftware As A Service (saas)

Other Skills

Scalable Product & Platform DevelopmentCloud-Native Architecture & PlatformsOrganizational ScalingExecutive Stakeholder ManagementFuture Skills & Workforce ReadinessHuman+AI Teams or (Human+AI Collaboration)Generative AI for LeadershipCross-functional Team LeadershipStrategic LeadershipTechnology ManagementEngineering Leadership & GovernanceBuilding and Scaling High-Performance TeamsDevOps & Engineering ExcellenceTechnical LeadershipSaaS Development

About

Technology executive with 20+ years of experience building and scaling global engineering organizations, leading digital transformation, and translating technology strategy into measurable business growth. I architect and deliver AI-driven platforms, SaaS products, and enterprise systems that operate at scale — with a track record spanning AI, cloud infrastructure, mobility, and workforce intelligence. I have led distributed engineering organizations of 90+ professionals and delivered 90% revenue growth through technology and process transformation. Currently serving as Chief Technology Officer at EDXSO where I own the full technology mandate — from zero-to-one platform architecture and AI system design, to building multidisciplinary teams and forging global partnerships with Microsoft, Prometric, and AnalyticVue. Our work sits at the intersection of AI, data science, and human-centric design, delivering next-generation learning, credentialing, and workforce intelligence systems for institutions and governments. My expertise spans: ▪ Technology strategy, roadmapping, and governance ▪ Scalable product and platform development ▪ Building and leading high-performance engineering organizations ▪ AI & full-stack engineering — Python, TypeScript, FastAPI, Node.js, OpenAI, Voice AI, NLP ▪ Cloud transformation — AWS, Azure, GCP Previously delivered technology solutions and products for global brands including Microsoft, Intel, Amazon, Canon, MediaTek, and BenQ. Holds an M.S. in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and recently completed an Executive Leadership Programme at the Indian School of Business (ISB).

Experience

21 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 7 mos
Average Tenure
8 mos
Current Experience

Edxso

CTO | AI, Education & Workforce Intelligence | Scaling Future-Ready Learning Systems

Oct 2025 – Present · 8 mos · New Delhi, Delhi, India · Hybrid

  • Architected EDXSO's technology vision from the ground up — building the organisation's AI-driven research and product infrastructure to redefine how learning, assessment, and human capability are delivered at scale.
  • As a founding CXO, I own the full technology mandate: from zero-to-one product architecture and engineering team building, to forging strategic alliances with Microsoft, Prometric, and AnalyticVue. I champion the convergence of AI, data science, pedagogy, and human-centric design — ensuring research translates into scalable, institution-grade platforms that serve governments, enterprises, and global education ecosystems.
  • Key Mandate & Impact
  • ▪ Conceived and built EDXSO's AI-powered learning and assessment platform from inception — defining architecture, tech stack, and product roadmap.
  • ▪ Assembled and lead a multidisciplinary team spanning AI engineering, education policy, and platform development.
  • ▪ Established and own strategic partnerships with Microsoft, Prometric, and AnalyticVue to co-create next-generation credentialing and workforce intelligence systems.
  • ▪ Spearheading EDXSO's K–12 ecosystem: teacher professional development, assessment & compliance solutions, and nationwide Olympiad initiatives to enhance learning outcomes and institutional impact.
  • ▪ Translating cutting-edge AI and data science research into production-ready platforms deployed across institutions and government ecosystems.
Technology Strategy & RoadmappingScalable Product & Platform DevelopmentCloud-Native Architecture & PlatformsOrganizational ScalingExecutive Stakeholder ManagementAI in Education+3

Bar code india

2 roles

Senior Vice President, Head of Engineering

Apr 2023 – Jun 2025 · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Led a dynamic team of Engineering Managers and team leads, driving innovation in AIDC technology.
  • Spearheaded the transformation of the AIDC business with industry-first tech solutions through a hybrid approach.
  • Initiated process improvements that resulted in a 30% optimization across the organization.
Process AutomationAgile MethodologiesCross-functional Team LeadershipStrategic LeadershipProject ManagementTechnology Management+1

Vice President, Head Of Engineering

Apr 2021 – Jul 2023 · 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Managed a peak team size of 90 PMs, EMs, and Engineers
  • Oversee strategic deployment of departmental resources for optimal allocation.
  • Co-develop product roadmap and execution strategy, mentoring R&D teams.
  • Drive high-end delivery and support mechanisms for customer satisfaction
  • Awarded "CEO Award 2022" for exceptional performance and value addition.
Process AutomationAgile MethodologiesCross-functional Team LeadershipStrategic LeadershipProject ManagementTechnology Management+1

Pulp strategy

2 roles

Director Technology and Development

Promoted

Mar 2018 – Mar 2021 · 3 yrs

  • Managed transition to ad tech firm and delivered tech solutions to Fortune 100 brands.
  • Established a cross-vertical tech team and created 360-degree solutions for Microsoft, and Intel.
  • Conceptualized INSTAPPY app framework and set up industry-first AI and AR initiatives for clients.
Process AutomationAgile MethodologiesCross-functional Team LeadershipStrategic LeadershipProject ManagementTechnology Management+2

Associate Director Technology and Development

May 2014 – Mar 2018 · 3 yrs 10 mos

  • Outlined smart goals, ensuring strategic capacity planning for hardware, software, and storage.
  • Identified and eliminated vulnerabilities; devised strategies to enhance data security.
  • Led negotiation and management of critical vendor relationships, maximizing external innovation's value.
Process AutomationAgile MethodologiesCross-functional Team LeadershipProject ManagementSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Mobile Technology

Hike

Project/Product Manager

Oct 2012 – May 2014 · 1 yr 7 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • Devised multi-OS strategy for Hike Messenger and boosted activations and Daily Active Users.
  • Conducted core R&D for mobile chipset integration and enhanced product innovation and performance.
  • Managed feature development on Blackberry & Nokia platforms and ensured seamless functionality.
  • Designed specialist skills for startup growth on multiple mobile platforms and optimized project outcomes.
  • Oversaw project management for BlackBerry and Nokia platforms and ensured efficient operations
  • Led as the sole technical interface between marketing & development for BlackBerry and Nokia platforms
Process AutomationAgile MethodologiesProject ManagementMobile Technology

Mlabs (at micromax informatics)

Senior Project Manager R&D

Sep 2011 – Nov 2012 · 1 yr 2 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

  • Established and guided the Micromax R&D Indian Team, overseeing operations of the Indian design house.
  • Successfully launched various handheld devices, including India's initial 7”, and 10” Android tablets.
  • Managed content delivery, and telecom integrations, and deployed Micromax's Mi-store on the device.
  • Facilitated the release of India's first Android Edutab by coordinating with third-party vendors
Process AutomationAgile MethodologiesProject ManagementMobile Technology

Longcheer technologies india

Software PM (R&D)

Jun 2010 – Aug 2011 · 1 yr 2 mos · Noida

  • After the R&D division closed down in India, ,the team moved to Micromax.
Project Management

Mediatek india technology pvt. ltd

Lead Engineer

May 2009 – Jul 2010 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • Created the High Level (HLD) & Detailed Design (DD) for Game Development on touch and nontouch devices
  • Designed and implemented memory storage solution for low-cost handset using a 256 fixed color palette which resulted in a reduced ROM & RAM footprint and a low-cost memory-optimized solution
Project ManagementSoftware as a Service (SaaS)

Benq-qisda corporation

Senior Systems Researcher

Dec 2003 – Feb 2008 · 4 yrs 2 mos

  • Specialized in mobile phone architecture, RTOS, and Memory Management for BenQ Corporation.
  • Designed and implemented Exception Handling Techniques for various platforms.
  • Managed porting and integration of Wi-Fi drivers and security features for different platforms
  • Won the BenQ-Qisda Excellent Performance Award, 2007
Software as a Service (SaaS)

Itri taiwan

Software Eng

Mar 2003 – Dec 2003 · 9 mos

Education

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Masters in computer science — computer science

Jan 2000 – Jan 2002

Indian School of Business

Mastering Executive Presence

Oct 2025 – Feb 2026

Delhi University

Masters — Applied Operational Research

Jan 1998 – Jan 2000

Delhi University

Bachelor's degree — Mathematics

Jan 1995 – Jan 1998