Summary
Anand S is a seasoned technology leader with 14+ years of software and data experience, based in New York, currently guiding data and AI/ML engineering as Global Director of Engineering at Zinnia. He leads data engineering, data platforms, and MLOps, implementing governance, security, and scalable pipelines to power AI products while partnering with product and engineering for robust data models. Across cloud-native enterprise SaaS, GovTech, e-commerce, AdTech, TravelTech, InsureTech, and startups, he has built world-class data practices, scaled teams, and driven business outcomes using OKRs and strategic planning, with a track record of co-authoring four industry patents. A passionate mentor and advisor, he contributes to Stay22, First Round Fast Track, MentorCruise, ADPList, and Practica, and has led DEI initiatives and served on boards for Dansii, Waterlution, and JCI. Recognized with 10x Manager of the Year (2022), IAOTP Top Engineering Director (2023), and CREA Leader of the Year Global Award, he combines hands-on technical depth with a culture-first approach to sustainable high performance.
9 years of coding experience
12 years of employment as a software developer
Master's Degree Computer Science (Information Science & Technology), Master's Degree Computer Science (Information Science & Technology) at Temple University
Hindi, Gujarati, English