Dilip Balachandran
About Dilip Balachandran
Dilip Balachandran is the Director of Data at Jobber, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in data engineering and management, having held various roles at Flipp and other notable companies.
Current Position at Jobber
Dilip Balachandran serves as the Director of Data at Jobber, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing data strategies and initiatives that support the company's operational goals. His expertise in data management and engineering contributes to enhancing Jobber's data-driven decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at Flipp
Dilip Balachandran held multiple roles at Flipp from 2016 to 2021. He started as a Senior Data Engineer and progressed to Senior Engineering Manager for Data Applications and Data Science. He then served as Engineering Manager for Data Applications before becoming the Director of Engineering - Data. His tenure at Flipp involved significant contributions to data engineering and application development.
Work History at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
Prior to his time at Flipp, Dilip Balachandran worked at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada as an SAP Solutions & Technical Architect from 2010 to 2016. In this role, he focused on implementing SAP solutions and technical architecture, enhancing the efficiency of manufacturing processes through data integration.
Educational Background in Data Science
Dilip Balachandran studied at Harvard Extension School, where he earned a Data Science Graduate Certificate from 2014 to 2016. This program provided him with advanced knowledge in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical methods, which he applies in his professional roles. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from DeVry University, completed from 2000 to 2004.
Early Career and Technical Roles
Dilip Balachandran began his career as a Senior SAP Technical Consultant at NRX Global from 2008 to 2010. He also worked at HP as an SAP Basis - Technical Lead from 2006 to 2008. These roles laid the foundation for his expertise in SAP technologies and data management, which he has built upon in subsequent positions.