Kalim Saliba
About Kalim Saliba
Kalim Saliba serves as the Chief Product Officer at Dotmatics, where he has worked since 2022. With a career spanning 17 years, he has held various leadership roles in product management and engineering, focusing on enhancing client experience through innovative product development.
Work at Dotmatics
Kalim Saliba has served as the Chief Product Officer at Dotmatics since 2022. In this role, he focuses on enhancing client experience through the integration of product management, engineering, and program execution. He leads a team of over 800 professionals dedicated to developing advanced scientific research and development software. His leadership approach is characterized by a commitment to versatility and empowerment, drawing inspiration from the 'Ted Lasso school of coaching'.
Previous Experience at Pegasystems
Prior to his current position, Kalim Saliba held various roles at Pegasystems. He was the Senior Director of Product Engineering from 2019 to 2021, and before that, he served as Vice President of Product Engineering for Platform Technology for six months in 2021. His tenure at Pegasystems also included roles as Director of Product Management for Information Experience from 2015 to 2019, Product Manager from 2012 to 2015, and Product Designer from 2008 to 2011. His experience at Pegasystems spans over a decade and showcases his progression in product management and engineering.
Educational Background
Kalim Saliba holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Systems Engineering from Boston University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, earning a Master of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from 2005 to 2007. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in product management and engineering.
Career Overview
Kalim Saliba has a career spanning 17 years in the technology sector, with a strong focus on software as a service (SaaS) products. He has a proven track record of successfully growing SaaS products from $200 million to $1.2 billion. His diverse skill set combines creative abilities in writing, public speaking, and photography with analytical engineering skills, contributing to his effectiveness in product development.
Early Career at BAE Systems
Kalim Saliba began his career at BAE Systems, where he participated in the Engineering Leadership Development Program as a Systems Engineer from 2005 to 2008. This early experience laid the groundwork for his future roles in product management and engineering, providing him with essential skills and insights into the technology industry.