Shamik Datta
About Shamik Datta
Shamik Datta serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Narvar, where he leads the Acquisition and Monetisation tribes. He has extensive experience in engineering leadership roles across various companies, including Omio and Myntra, and has a strong background in software development and product innovation.
Current Role at Narvar
Shamik Datta serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Narvar, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads the Acquisition and Monetisation tribes, focusing on key performance indicators such as Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) and Life Time Value (LTV). He has been instrumental in establishing the flights and B2B businesses at Narvar and has contributed to the architecture of tech stacks for startups, including one that was acquired by Myntra, a subsidiary of Flipkart.
Previous Experience at Omio
Before joining Narvar, Shamik Datta worked as the Director of Engineering at Omio from 2017 to 2020. His tenure in Berlin, Germany, was marked by leadership in engineering initiatives that contributed to the company's growth and technological advancements.
Career Background in Engineering
Shamik Datta has a diverse background in engineering, having held multiple roles across various companies. He began his career as a Software Engineer at Reliance Communications and has since worked at Freescale Semiconductor, Quasar Innovations, and Myntra. His roles have included Senior Software Engineer, Associate Director, and Co-founder, showcasing his expertise in software development and engineering leadership.
Educational Background
Shamik Datta completed his education at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, where he earned both a B.Tech and M.Tech in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Signal Processing from 1997 to 2002. He also attended Delhi Public School, Bokaro, from 1988 to 1996, laying the foundation for his academic and professional journey.
Mentorship and Advisory Roles
In addition to his engineering roles, Shamik Datta has been involved in mentorship and advisory capacities. Since 2020, he has served as a Mentor and Advisor at Stargate Tech, where he shares his expertise with agile, multi-disciplinary teams, fostering innovation and growth within the tech community.