Varun Sabhlok
About Varun Sabhlok
Varun Sabhlok serves as the Head of Product Development at Shift and has over 15 years of experience in database application development and support. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Adastra, BMO Financial Group, and CIBC, and possesses expertise in performance tuning and ERP applications.
Current Role at Next Pathway Inc.
Varun Sabhlok serves as the Head of Product Development at Next Pathway Inc. since 2020. In this role, he oversees the development of innovative products and solutions, leveraging his extensive experience in database systems and product management. His leadership contributes to the company's growth and the enhancement of its product offerings in the data management space.
Previous Experience in Database Consulting
Varun has held various positions in database consulting prior to his current role. He worked at BMO Financial Group as a Database Consultant from 2014 to 2015 and as a Netezza Consultant from 2015 to 2018. He also served as an Advisory Database Developer at CIBC from 2012 to 2014. His experience in these roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of database performance and optimization.
Educational Background
Varun Sabhlok completed his Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.) at TNOU from 2006 to 2009. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) from Punjab Technical University between 2002 and 2005. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in information technology and database management.
Technical Expertise and Certifications
Varun possesses technical expertise in performance tuning of database systems and has extensive experience with various database technologies, including Snowflake, Amazon Redshift, and Google Bigquery. He also holds a Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification, indicating his knowledge in process improvement methodologies.
Professional Experience Overview
With over 15 years of experience in the development and support of large-scale database applications, Varun has worked in diverse roles across multiple organizations. His career includes positions at Accenture as a Senior Software Engineer, Mahindra Satyam as a Senior Database Analyst/Team Lead, and Adastra as a DW/BI Consultant. This breadth of experience has allowed him to develop a comprehensive skill set in database management and analytics.