Ernest Kirubakaran S. — Director of Engineering
Accomplished technology leader with 19+ years of experience spanning machine learning research, AI engineering, end-to-end data science, and business strategy. Specialized in designing and deploying large-scale, production-grade AI systems, including LLM-powered platforms and multi-agent AI architectures. Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams to deliver enterprise-ready, real-world AI solutions.Experienced in driving transformational initiatives across industries, including ad tech, automotive, manufacturing, telecom, banking, and retail. Deep expertise in Generative AI, large language models (LLMs), agentic AI systems, and applied machine learning. Led R&D efforts to build innovative, scalable applications in computer vision, natural language processing, and advanced ML, bridging research and production with a strong product mindset.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in AI and data science across multiple industries.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 20 yrs 7 mos
Skills
- Artificial Intelligence (ai)
- Data Science
- Business Analysis
Career Highlights
- 19+ years of experience in AI and data science.
- Expert in large-scale AI systems and generative AI.
- Proven track record in leading high-performing teams.
Work Experience
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HARMAN International
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Customer Analytics India Pvt Ltd
Senior Data Analyst (1 yr 9 mos)
HCL Technologies
Business Analyst (2 yrs 9 mos)
Temenos
Business Consultant (1 yr 6 mos)
Bharathidasan Institute of Management Tiruchirapalli
Student (2 yrs)
Citigroup Global Services Ltd
Sr. Tech Associate (1 yr 11 mos)
Scope International
Officer (1 yr 11 mos)
Education
MBA at Bharathidasan Institute of Management Tiruchirapalli
M.Sc at Bharathiar University
B.Sc. at Manonmaniam Sundaranar University
Higher Secondary at St. John's Higher Secondary School
Secondary School at St Antonys Higher Secondary School, Thanjavur