Shailesh Agarwal
About Shailesh Agarwal
Shailesh Agarwal is the Vice President of Data Science and Architecture at Acumatica, with a strong background in software engineering and operations. He has extensive experience in SaaS platforms, particularly in the Fintech and E-Commerce sectors, and holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University.
Current Role at Acumatica
Shailesh Agarwal serves as the VP of Data Science & Architecture at Acumatica since 2024. His role involves overseeing data science initiatives and architectural strategies within the company. He operates in a remote capacity from Bellevue, Washington, United States. Agarwal's focus is on leveraging data to drive business outcomes and enhance the company's SaaS offerings.
Previous Experience at LogisticaForce
Before joining Acumatica, Agarwal held the position of Chief Technology Officer at LogisticaForce from 2014 to 2022. During his eight years in the San Francisco Bay Area, he led globally distributed teams in software engineering and operations. His leadership contributed to the development of innovative solutions in logistics technology.
Experience at Prime Trust
Agarwal worked as the Senior Vice President of Software Engineering at Prime Trust from 2022 to 2023. His tenure lasted one year in the Bay Area and Las Vegas. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing software engineering processes and driving technology initiatives within the organization.
Educational Background
Shailesh Agarwal earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University. He also holds a Master of Science (MS) in Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data science and architecture.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Agarwal possesses a deep understanding of SaaS platforms and applications, particularly in the Fintech and E-Commerce sectors. He has extensive experience in architecting and deploying micro-services based deployments for high transaction volume environments. His skills also include data warehousing, data management, and analytics solutions.