ANUBHAV ANAND
Summary
Dynamic Engineering Leader with 18+ years of experience delivering scalable SaaS and PaaS platforms for millions. Proven ability to lead distributed teams, transition monolithic systems to cloud-based architectures, and drive Agile-driven innovation while managing risk.
Expert in technology strategy, sourcing decisions, and complex data solutions, with deep expertise in emerging technologies and best practices. Strong track record of balancing short- and long-term product goals, leveraging data-driven insights for continuous refinement.
Excel in building high-performing teams, mentoring talent, and guiding startups through growth phases, aligning technology with business objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Engineering
AlphaSense
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Led the transformation of FinData applications, migrating from a monolithic architecture to a scalable, Cloud-based, service-oriented platform, improving performance and reliability.
- Architected and optimized data processing pipelines to efficiently support billions of data points, enhancing real-time data retrieval for enterprise clients.
- Orchestrated the migration of 1,500+ enterprise accounts, ensuring seamless transition with minimal downtime and improving operational efficiency.
- Reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by 30%, implementing performance optimizations and strategic cost-saving initiatives.
- Drove cross-functional collaboration across engineering, product, and operations teams, aligning technical strategy with business goals to ensure on-time, high-quality releases.
- Championed Agile practices, fostering a culture of rapid iteration and innovation, accelerating decision-making and product delivery.
- Partnered with Go-to-Market (GTM) and Customer Success (CS) teams, ensuring successful product launches and driving customer adoption.
- Led hiring and talent development efforts, building a high-performing engineering team and establishing best practices for scalability, security, and maintainability.
- Introduced data-driven decision-making, leveraging analytics to continuously refine product offerings and enhance user experience.
Engineering Manager
Slack
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Led the development of core communication integrations (Email, Calendar, Reminders, and Files), supporting millions of users.
- Drove product innovation, launching Email Bridge, Send Emails to Slack, and Channel Bookmarks, improving user engagement by 20%.
- Worked closely with executives, product managers, and designers to define strategic product roadmaps.
- Introduced data-driven decision-making, using product analytics and insights to refine feature development.
- Reviewed technical documentation for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging the sharing of ideas, leading to increased creativity and problem-solving capabilities within the team.
Engineering Manager (Vice President)
J.P. Morgan
Mumbai
02.2017 - 06.2020
- Designed and architected platform for post-trading and regulatory reporting, enabling real-time compliance reporting (MIFID II) and improving data accuracy
- Improved scalability and performance while ensuring seamless integration and system stability
- Collaborated with traders, sales teams and compliance officers to ensure the platform met both technical and regulatory requirements
- Led a cross-functional team of engineers to deliver solutions under tight deadlines and high pressure
- Supported both buy-side and sell-side applications, providing solutions for banking as well as mutual funds
Solution Architect (Associate Vice President)
Morgan Stanley
Mumbai
03.2014 - 02.2017
- Developed an enterprise-wide regulatory reporting platform, ensuring compliance with CFTC, ESMA, and HKMA regulations.
- Provided technical leadership, guiding cross-functional teams on distributed architectures and data engineering best practices.
- Designed batch processing solutions for financial asset analytics, improving rule-based data processing.
- Supervised deployments and provided troubleshooting and user support.
Tech Lead & Engineering Roles (Various)
LTI & J.P. Morgan
Mumbai
07.2006 - 03.2014
- J.P. Morgan (08/2009 – 03/2014): Led the development of a high-performance investment banking trading platform, scaling in-memory caching solutions from hundreds to thousands of queries per second.
- LTI (07/2006 – 07/2009): Full SDLC involvement in eCommerce, Manufacturing, and Media projects, delivering scalable enterprise solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
Vishveshwarya Institute Of Engineering & Technology
06.2006
Skills
- SaaS & PaaS Product Leadership
- Cloud-Based Architecture & Microservices
- Complex Data Engineering
- Technical Strategy & Roadmapping
- System Design & Architecture
- Agile & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Scalability & Performance Engineering
- Regulatory & Compliance Solutions
- Enterprise Software & Distributed Systems
- Team Leadership & Development
Work Availability
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Timeline
Director of Engineering
AlphaSense
01.2022 - 11.2024
Engineering Manager
Slack
06.2020 - 01.2022
Engineering Manager (Vice President)
J.P. Morgan
02.2017 - 06.2020
Solution Architect (Associate Vice President)
Morgan Stanley
03.2014 - 02.2017
Tech Lead & Engineering Roles (Various)
LTI & J.P. Morgan
07.2006 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
Vishveshwarya Institute Of Engineering & Technology
Strengths
✔ Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Ability to make high-impact decisions balancing short- and long-term product goals.
✔ Leadership & Team Development: Strong capability to influence large distributed teams, fostering innovation and excellence.
✔ Business Alignment: Proven record of driving engineering vision and business outcomes
✔ Navigating Ambiguity: Experienced in leading through uncertainty, making tough calls with confidence, and ensuring optimal outcomes.
Achievements
✅ Cloud Transition: Led the transition of monolithic systems to Cloud-based, service-oriented architectures.
✅ High-Impact Product Launches: Managed features reaching millions of Slack users, increasing engagement by 20%.
✅ Cost & Performance Optimization: Reduced TCO by 30% and improved data processing efficiency in high-scale applications.
✅ Agile Leadership: Accelerated product development by adopting Agile methodologies, driving faster decision-making and minimizing risks.
✅ Hiring & Talent Development: Built and led high-performing engineering teams
Strengths
✔ Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Ability to make high-impact decisions balancing short- and long-term product goals.
✔ Leadership & Team Development: Strong capability to influence large distributed teams, fostering innovation and excellence.
✔ Business Alignment: Proven record of driving engineering vision and business outcomes
✔ Navigating Ambiguity: Experienced in leading through uncertainty, making tough calls with confidence, and ensuring optimal outcomes.
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