Akash Gupta
About Akash Gupta
Akash Gupta is a Senior Engineering Manager at Expedia Group, specializing in Data and AI, with a strong background in machine learning and data science.
Company
Akash Gupta is currently employed at Expedia Group, where he has held positions in various capacities since 2018. Initially, he worked as a Software Development Engineer III focusing on Data, AI & Platform (DAP). In 2022, he transitioned to the role of Senior Engineering Manager specializing in Data & AI. His tenure at Expedia Group reflects his deep involvement and expertise in the travel domain, particularly in leveraging AI and data solutions to address complex challenges.
Title
Akash Gupta holds the position of Senior Engineering Manager - Data & AI at Expedia Group. In this role, he leads diverse teams of data scientists, machine learning engineers, and backend engineers. His responsibilities include end-to-end engineering oversight, encompassing architecture, design, technology stack decisions, code quality, and monitoring. He also plays a significant role in hiring, mentoring, and developing future engineering leaders.
Education and Expertise
Akash Gupta earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Rajiv Gandhi Technical University, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. His earlier education includes an Associate's Degree from St. Joseph Sr. Sec. School, where he focused on Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science from 2007 to 2009. Prior to that, he completed his high school education at St. Joseph School from 1994 to 2007. Gupta has substantial expertise in data science, machine learning, and AI, attributes developed through both his education and extensive professional experience.
Professional Background
Akash Gupta's career in data science and AI includes several notable positions. Before his current role at Expedia Group, he served as Lead Machine Learning Engineer at Scienaptic AI in 2018. He also worked as a Senior Engineer in DNA Data & Analytics at Infosys for six months in the same year. From 2015 to 2017, he was a Data Scientist at IBM. His earlier professional experience includes a role as a Data Scientist at Systematix Infotech Pvt. Ltd. from 2014 to 2015. These roles have collectively expanded his proficiency in data science, machine learning, analytics, and AI technologies.
Leadership and Team Management
In his role as Senior Engineering Manager - Data & AI at Expedia Group, Akash Gupta is responsible for managing teams across various geographies. He leads initiatives focused on the design and development of AI, data, and platform services. Gupta's responsibilities extend to creating unique value propositions for data products and collaborating with stakeholders, product owners, and cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic roadmaps. He is also responsible for hiring, mentoring, and developing talent within his teams, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and future leadership.