Souj Narasimhacharya
About Souj Narasimhacharya
Souj Narasimhacharya serves as the Head of Enterprise Data Engineering at Ondeck and has extensive experience in data management and project leadership across various organizations, including Sallie Mae and the National Basketball Association. He holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a Master's in Computer Science from the University of South Florida.
Current Role at OnDeck
Souj Narasimhacharya has been serving as the Head of Enterprise Data Engineering at OnDeck since 2019. In this role, he focuses on leveraging data to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency. His leadership in enterprise data engineering emphasizes the importance of data as a strategic asset within the organization.
Experience at Sallie Mae
Since 2016, Souj Narasimhacharya has held the position of Senior Director at Sallie Mae. His responsibilities include overseeing data-related strategies and ensuring alignment with the organization's business objectives. His tenure at Sallie Mae has contributed to the development of effective data governance frameworks.
Previous Work Experience
Souj Narasimhacharya has a diverse background in data management and project leadership. He worked as an ERP Manager at Children's National Health System from 2010 to 2012, and as a Senior Project Coordinator at the National Basketball Association from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he served as a Project Leader at KPMG from 1999 to 2002, where he gained valuable experience in managing cross-functional teams.
Educational Background
Souj Narasimhacharya holds a Master of Business Administration from Columbia Business School, where he studied Business Administration and Finance from 2008 to 2009. He also earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of South Florida from 1996 to 1998, and a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University from 1992 to 1996.
Expertise in Data Engineering
Souj Narasimhacharya has developed a deep expertise in enterprise data engineering, particularly in fostering a 'Data as a Strategic Asset' mindset within organizations. He has a proven track record of motivating high-performance teams and implementing strategic data initiatives that align IT and business goals, resulting in improved operational efficiency and data quality.