Rishit Shah
About Rishit Shah
Rishit Shah serves as the VP of Engineering at Podium, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in engineering leadership, having previously worked at notable companies such as Apple, Uber, and Adobe.
Work at Podium
Rishit Shah has served as the Vice President of Engineering at Podium since 2021. In this role, he oversees engineering operations and contributes to the development of Podium's platform, which focuses on enhancing customer interactions for businesses. His leadership is instrumental in driving technological advancements and ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects.
Previous Experience in Engineering Management
Prior to his current position, Rishit Shah held several significant roles in engineering management. He was a Senior Engineering Manager at Uber from 2015 to 2019, where he led various engineering teams. He also served as Director of Engineering at TripActions from 2019 to 2020 and at CloudCar, Inc. from 2012 to 2015. His experience spans multiple high-profile companies, contributing to his expertise in leading engineering teams.
Career Beginnings and Early Roles
Rishit Shah began his career as an Application Developer at CMS BondEdge in 2004. He transitioned to Adobe, where he worked in various roles, including Computer Scientist, Tech Lead for Flash Runtimes, and Engineering Manager from 2005 to 2012. His early experiences laid the foundation for his later leadership roles in software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Rishit Shah holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Texas A&M University, which he completed in 2003. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering from Gujarat University in 2002. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in software engineering and technology leadership.