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Anisha VT

Bangalore

Summary

An experienced professional with over 18 years of expertise in Virtualization, Security, Zero-Trust, and Mobile/Embedded System Development. A strategic leader adept at guiding high-performance teams to consistent success. Key strengths include managing cross-functional teams and leading technical discussions, with a focus on driving customer and product adoption. Proven track record as an effective problem solver and facilitator, successfully collaborating on numerous critical customer and partner initiatives.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Engineering Manager

Citrix (CSG)
Bangalore
2023.03 - Current
  • Directed a high-performing team on the Citrix Workspace App, fostering internal innovation in Chromebook virtualization.
  • Secured a Google-funded Opex contract to support the strategy for browser-based virtualization solutions.
  • Onboarded and trained multiple engineers while collaborating with global teams across the USA, Germany, and China.
  • Facilitated interactions with customers and internal stakeholders to define project roadmaps and releases.
  • Coordinated efforts between project management, sales, and first-level managers to enhance customer support.
  • Contributed to the enterprise-wide implementation of Microsoft CoPilot generative AI tools, thereby boosting productivity and streamlining workflows for product teams.

Engineering Manager

Citrix
Bangalore
2019.03 - 2023.02

Led and drove key Zero Trust projects to significantly enhance Citrix's security posture. Initiated and launched Enterprise Browser and App Protection initiatives and formed new teams to achieve this vision

Furthermore, I managed the CWA HTML5 cross-platform virtualization project and proposed the strategic shift from a ChromeOS-based solution to a PWA/IWA model for Citrix.

Staff Software Engineer

Citrix
Bangalore
2017.03 - 2019.03
  • Architect and Team Lead for CWA Android Team: Drove key features to enhance Virtualization/HDX experience on Android Tablets and Samsung DeX.
  • Feature Developer for CWA Windows Team: Contributed to features such as the Fast Connect SDK and HDX Enhancements.

Senior Software Engineer

Citrix
Bangalore
2013.12 - 2017.02
  • Contributed to the development of Bluetooth SmartCard and other key features for the Citrix Workspace app (CWA) on Android, operating as a member of a global team primarily based in India.
  • Developed and maintained Virtual Desktop Agent (VDA) or Citrix Server-side components, specifically focusing on HDX features such as Graphics and Seamless display technology.
  • Joined the Life Cycle Management (LCM) Team to address and resolve Customer Success issues. This included representing the team in direct escalation calls to coordinate communication and provide solutions or outline next steps.

Technical Lead

Samsung
Bangalore
2011.03 - 2013.11

I was a team lead to a few engineers in the conceptualization and development of several key multimedia features for the Samsung Image Editor Team.

  • Spearheaded the development of the Motion Photo application, integrating GMA algorithms.
  • Managed projects, including:
  • Lens Effect: Providing real-time visual effects during camera viewing.
  • Art Brush: Implementing an in-house patented technology to apply artistic sketch effects to images.

Senior Software Engineer

Samsung
Bangalore
2009.03 - 2011.02

Create prototypes and engage with teams to develop market-ready solutions for frameworks like Kensburn, Zoom/Pan Framework for Samsung ProprietaryPlatform (SHP/BADA) Windows/Linux base

Software Engineer

Samsung
Bangalore
2007.07 - 2009.02

Worked with Samsung Image Editor, Multimedia Team.Developed the user interface (UI) and interaction logic for the Image Editor Design prototype on Windows while working with the Image Editor Team for Samsung. This role involved integrating with the image editing engine and image codecs engine to implement features such as applying various effects, undo/redo functionality, and saving images.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

RVCE
Bangalore
2007-04

Skills

Management Skills:

  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Agile methodologies
  • Strategic planning
  • Customer engagement

Technical Skills:

  • C/C (Windows/Linux)
  • Web Development (JS,HTML, CSS)
  • Java, Android
  • Embedded Systems, SDKs
  • Strategic planning
  • Cross-platform development

Accomplishments

Samsung Super Saver Award - 2008 (For beating Scalado Image Editor with in-house Image Editor Solution)

Timeline

Senior Engineering Manager

Citrix (CSG)
2023.03 - Current

Engineering Manager

Citrix
2019.03 - 2023.02

Staff Software Engineer

Citrix
2017.03 - 2019.03

Senior Software Engineer

Citrix
2013.12 - 2017.02

Technical Lead

Samsung
2011.03 - 2013.11

Senior Software Engineer

Samsung
2009.03 - 2011.02

Software Engineer

Samsung
2007.07 - 2009.02

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

RVCE
Anisha VT