Sajid Shaikh
About Sajid Shaikh
Sajid Shaikh serves as the VP Solutions at Carium, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in engineering and technical roles across various companies, including Ciena, Cyan, and Tellabs.
Current Role at Carium
Sajid Shaikh serves as the Vice President of Solutions at Carium, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance the company's offerings. His leadership contributes to the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the organization.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Technical Roles
Sajid Shaikh has extensive experience in engineering and technical roles across various companies. He worked at Synacom as a Senior Software Engineer for three months in 2000. He then joined Mahi Networks, where he served as a Distinguished Member of Technical Staff from 2001 to 2005. His career continued at Tellabs as a Staff Engineer from 2006 to 2008, followed by a position at Ciena as Senior Director of Engineering from 2015 to 2019.
Career Progression and Technical Expertise
Throughout his career, Sajid Shaikh has held several key positions that highlight his technical expertise. He worked at Cyan, Inc. as Director of Engineering from 2011 to 2015 and at Xtera Communications as Principal Software Engineer from 2008 to 2011. His early career included a role at IBM Research as a Research Scientist from 1998 to 2000, where he developed foundational skills in research and engineering.
Educational Background
Sajid Shaikh holds a Master’s Degree from Stanford University. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of New Mexico School of Engineering. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in technology and engineering.