Srinivasan Kannan
About Srinivasan Kannan
Srinivasan Kannan serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Arro, where he focuses on transforming the credit industry through innovative technology. He has a strong background in engineering and leadership, having held key positions at various prominent companies including HBO, Expedia, and Microsoft.
Work at Arro
Srinivasan Kannan serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Arro since 2022. In this role, he spearheads the development of an innovative credit scoring model that utilizes Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Behavioral Science to evaluate creditworthiness. His leadership focuses on transforming the credit industry by promoting transparency and fairness, while also adapting to individual consumer narratives. Kannan fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration among diverse teams, including engineers, data scientists, and product designers.
Education and Expertise
Srinivasan Kannan holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Physics from AM Jain College, where he studied from 1992 to 1995. He furthered his education at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), earning a Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science from 1995 to 1999. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his extensive career in engineering and technology, particularly in the financial sector.
Background
Srinivasan Kannan has a diverse professional background, having worked in various engineering roles across multiple companies. He began his career at Microsoft Corporation, where he held several positions from 2000 to 2011, including Software Design Engineer and Senior Software Engineer. He later transitioned to roles at notable companies such as HBO, Hulu, and Expedia, where he contributed to software design and engineering leadership. His experience includes founding ResolutionTube, where he served as Head of Engineering.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Srinivasan Kannan has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and technology. At Arro, he leads the development of a groundbreaking credit scoring model aimed at enhancing access to credit. His previous roles at companies like Dave and Groupon involved significant contributions to engineering leadership and product development. Kannan's focus on leveraging technology for meaningful change is evident in his work across the financial and education sectors.