Lokesh Kumar
About Lokesh Kumar
Lokesh Kumar is the Head of Data Infrastructure at Onehouse, where he has worked since 2024. He has a strong background in computer science, holding an MS from UC Irvine and a B.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and has held various engineering and management roles at companies including Microsoft and StockX.
Current Role at Onehouse
Lokesh Kumar serves as the Head of Data Infrastructure at Onehouse, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the data infrastructure strategy and implementation, ensuring efficient data management and processing capabilities. His expertise contributes to the company's efforts in enhancing data-driven decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at StockX
Prior to his current role, Lokesh Kumar worked at StockX as the Senior Director of Engineering from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, he led engineering teams and managed various projects aimed at improving the platform's performance and scalability. His leadership in this role played a significant part in advancing StockX's technological capabilities.
Career at Microsoft
Lokesh Kumar had an extensive career at Microsoft, spanning from 2009 to 2021. He began as a Software Engineer and progressed to the role of Principal Software Engineering Manager. His tenure included eight years in various engineering roles, where he contributed to significant software development projects and team leadership initiatives.
Educational Background
Lokesh Kumar holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of California, Irvine, which he completed in 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, graduating in 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in technology and data infrastructure.
Early Career and Research Experience
Lokesh Kumar began his career as a Software Engineer at Tejas Networks, where he worked from 2005 to 2007. He then transitioned to a Research Fellow position at the Broad Institute for five months in 2009. This early experience in both software engineering and research laid the groundwork for his future roles in technology and data management.