Kumar Iyengar
About Kumar Iyengar
Kumar Iyengar is the Director of IoT Applications and Platform at Hitachi Vantara, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in software engineering and management, having held various roles at companies such as Remedy Corporation, Peregrine Systems, and GE Digital.
Work at Hitachi Vantara
Kumar Iyengar has served as the Director of IoT Applications and Platform at Hitachi Vantara since 2018. In this role, he oversees the development and implementation of IoT solutions, focusing on both on-premises and cloud-based applications. His responsibilities include managing product releases and ensuring adherence to Agile methodologies. He collaborates with various teams, including architects, data scientists, product managers, and developers, to deliver innovative IoT products.
Education and Expertise
Kumar Iyengar holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Penn State University. He also studied Project Management at the University of California, Santa Cruz. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in software engineering and IoT applications. His expertise encompasses various technologies, including React.js, Next.js, microservices, GraphQL, and ArangoDB.
Background
Kumar Iyengar has a diverse professional background in software engineering and management. He began his career at Remedy Corporation as a Senior Software Engineer from 1997 to 2001. He then worked at Peregrine Systems as a Staff Software Engineer for one year. Following this, he spent nine years at BMC Software in various roles, including Lead Engineer and Manager. He also held positions at GE Digital, where he served as Senior Manager and Senior Software Architect.
Achievements in IoT Development
During his tenure at GE Digital, Kumar Iyengar led the development of a predictive IoT application for asset maintenance. This project featured a configurable user interface built with React.js and Next.js, alongside a backend architecture utilizing microservices, GraphQL, and ArangoDB. His work involved building and leading a diverse team of professionals to ensure the timely delivery of IoT products while implementing CI/CD processes and meeting security requirements.
Professional Experience
Kumar Iyengar has accumulated significant experience across various companies and roles. He worked at Apollo Group as a Technical Manager from 2011 to 2013. He returned to GE Digital from 2014 to 2016, where he contributed as a Senior Software Architect and Senior Manager. His career reflects a strong focus on IoT applications, team leadership, and product management, with a consistent emphasis on Agile methodologies and security in software development.