Smita Karkhanis
About Smita Karkhanis
Smita Karkhanis is a Sr. Technical Program Manager at Expedia Group with over 16 years of experience in technical program management, specializing in Smarthome, AWS Cloud, and IT domains.
Current Role at Expedia Group
Smita Karkhanis holds the position of Sr. Technical Program Manager at Expedia Group. She began her tenure in this role in 2023 and is based in Seattle, Washington, United States. In this capacity, she is responsible for leading and managing technical programs from conception through execution, ensuring all projects are delivered effectively and efficiently.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Before joining Expedia Group, Karkhanis worked at Amazon as a Sr. Technical Program Manager from 2017 to 2023. During her six-year tenure in Seattle, Washington, she handled various projects, focusing on the AWS Cloud and Smarthome domains. Her role involved end-to-end program management, including strategizing, planning, and executing large-scale technical programs.
Educational Background
Karkhanis pursued an MBA with a focus on Technology and Operations from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, graduating in 2017. She also holds a Diploma in Business Management from the Welingkar Institute of Management, earned between 2004 and 2006. Her foundational education includes a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from the University of Mumbai, completed in 2003.
Early Career and Technical Expertise
Karkhanis' early career includes roles such as Assistant Systems Engineer at Tata Consultancy Services (2004-2008) and Sr. Software Engineer at Comspark International Inc. (2008-2011). She then worked as a Software Consultant/Programmer at COREmatica (2009-2010) and as an IT Programmer/Analyst at US Ecology, Inc. (2011-2017). These positions provided her with a solid foundation in software engineering and information technology.
Specializations and Skills
With over 16 years of experience, Karkhanis specializes in driving end-to-end technical program management. Her skills encompass concept development, strategizing, planning, risk analysis, execution, delivery, and scaling of entire program life cycles. Known for her problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and capability to manage chaotic environments, she excels in delivering impactful projects in the Smarthome, AWS Cloud, and IT sectors.