In my role as VP Engineering at BMC Software, I lead a dynamic team of 500 professionals, specializing in IT operations, Observability, and AIOps products. My hands-on approach ensures that I am deeply involved in all aspects of product development, from conceptualization to deployment. Previously, I spearheaded software development initiatives at Cognizant Accelerator, where I was directly engaged in enhancing user experiences and driving innovation. My tenure as VP of software development at Oracle allowed me to lead the IoT Cloud Service & Applications team, where I was actively involved in transforming ideas into impactful solutions. With over 25 years of experience, I have held leadership positions at esteemed companies such as HP, Mercury Interactive, Attachmate, Netscape, Sun Microsystems, and several startups. My hands-on expertise extends to authoring numerous technical articles and securing three U.S. patents. I hold both a BSCS and an MSCS from the University of Connecticut, ensuring a strong foundation in software development.