Prashanth Gurunath — VP of Engineering
As a Senior Engineering Manager at American Express, I drive technology innovation and lead teams to deliver high-impact solutions. With a strong foundation in leadership and full-stack development, I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex business challenges and elevate user experiences. I hold an MS in Computer Science from Queen Mary University of London (Distinction) and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Engineering from SRM University (First Class with Distinction). My career spans various industries, including corporate and investment banking at J.P. Morgan Chase, where I served as a Senior Software Associate, leading initiatives that enhanced system performance and streamlined operations. Beyond the corporate world, I have a diverse background in different startups that created products for the winery industry and I have developed software for cinema, travel, and transportation sectors, showcasing my adaptability and breadth of experience. I’ve also contributed to the edtech space, mentoring over 1,600 individuals through MyCaptain, an edtech startup, where I helped guide the next generation of tech talent.As an entrepreneur, I founded a tech startup that developed multiple products, achieving 10,000 - 15,000 daily active users. This venture sharpened my skills in leadership, strategic planning, and innovation, allowing me to scale products from concept to market. My experience at Google London further solidified my ability to work in fast-paced, agile environments, delivering technology solutions that align with business objectives.I am also proud to be India's first software developer to create an app called City Square, which identifies in-between and equidistant locations—a project that earned recognition from major news outlets. Throughout my career, I have consistently driven revenue and business growth through my tech leadership. I excel in aligning technology strategies with business goals, optimizing processes, and implementing innovative solutions that deliver measurable results. My ability to guide teams through complex projects, foster a culture of innovation, and deliver business value is at the core of my leadership style.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fullstack Developer with strong leadership in EdTech and Mobile Applications.
Location: Brighton, Hove, United Kingdom
Experience: 9 yrs 7 mos
Skills
- Software Development
- Leadership
- Agile Development
- Kotlin
Career Highlights
- Led a tech startup with 10,000 daily active users.
- Mentored over 1,600 individuals in tech.
- Developed India's first equidistant location app.
Work Experience
American Express
Senior Engineering Manager (1 yr 11 mos)
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Senior Associate Software Engineer (1 yr 1 mo)
Web Solutions Engineer (4 mos)
RedBlackTree
Software Engineer (1 yr 1 mo)
Influx Worldwide
Software Research Engineer (7 mos)
Software Research Engineer Intern (2 mos)
MyCaptain
Mentor (3 yrs 1 mo)
ZED Digital, Digital Software & Digital Marketing Strategy
Android Developer (6 mos)
1000lookz.com
Android Developer (1 mo)
SRM University ELAB
Software Developer (1 mo)
Tequip Software Solutions
Founder and Director (6 yrs 3 mos)
Education
Master's degree at Queen Mary University of London
B.Tech at SRM IST Chennai
High school at Bala Vidya Mandir