Kaustubh Patkar — VP of Engineering
● A seasoned and accomplished leader with 20 years of progressive leadership experience in large-scale manufacturing, R&D, and operations management across global organizations. Proven track record in scaling high-performing teams globally, driving operational excellence, and leading complex transformations in innovation-driven environments. ● Adept at driving architecture, innovation, and product management across cutting-edge technologies. Recognized for exceptional people leadership, strategic vision, and effective communication. ● Expert in end-to-end GCC leadership—overseeing Engineering, HR, Facilities, Finance, and Quality functions—to deliver site P&L goals while fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and collaboration. ● Adept at navigating matrixed global organizations and aligning site strategy with corporate objectives.Known for building inclusive, empowered teams and establishing strong stakeholder and community relationships.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in global R&D and manufacturing, specializing in deep tech and operational excellence.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 22 yrs 6 mos
Skills
- Global Operations
- P&l Management
- Gcc
- Research And Development (r&d)
- Program Management
- Reliability
- Team Leadership
- Storage Systems
Career Highlights
- 20 years of leadership in global manufacturing and R&D.
- Expert in driving product management and innovation.
- Proven track record in operational excellence.
Work Experience
Sandisk
Senior Director (0 mo)
Speciale Invest
Limited Partner (2 mos)
Warmup Ventures
Limited Partner (3 mos)
Western Digital
Country Head, India (1 yr 2 mos)
Senior Director, Firmware Engineering (3 yrs 10 mos)
Director, Firmware Engineering (3 yrs 8 mos)
Senior Manager (1 yr 6 mos)
Senior Manager- Strategic Firmware (3 yrs 1 mo)
Manager - Data Center Product Firmware (1 yr 8 mos)
Principal Engineer (11 mos)
Senior Staff Firmware Engineer (2 yrs 7 mos)
Staff Engineer (1 yr 11 mos)
Senior Firmware Engineer (1 yr 1 mo)
UC Irvine
Graduate Student Researcher (1 yr 9 mos)
National Institute of Oceanography
Intern (3 mos)
Education
Certificate at University of California, Irvine - The Paul Merage School of Business
MS at UC Irvine
BE at National Institute of Technology Karnataka