Sajid Awan
About Sajid Awan
Sajid Awan is the Senior Vice President of Product at Rescale, specializing in SaaS-based multi-cloud orchestration and management. He has extensive experience in cloud computing, having held leadership roles at various technology companies, including Force10 Networks, IBM, VMware, and Cisco Systems.
Current Role at Rescale
Sajid Awan serves as the Senior Vice President of Product at Rescale, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on the development and management of products that enhance cloud-based high-performance computing platforms. His expertise in SaaS-based multi-cloud orchestration and management is integral to Rescale's mission of optimizing costs and automating workflows.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining Rescale, Sajid Awan held several significant roles in product management. He was the Vice President of Product Management, Systems Engineering, and Sales Operations at Force10 Networks from 2001 to 2008, a company later acquired by Dell. He also served as Chief Product Officer at VMware from 2016 to 2020, where he was involved in the Veriflow acquisition. His experience spans various sectors, including enterprise and public/federal.
Educational Background and Certifications
Sajid Awan earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) from Purdue University, where he studied from 1991 to 1992. He also achieved the Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert (CCIE) certification in 1996, holding the number #2059. This educational foundation supports his extensive expertise in cloud computing and network engineering.
Expertise in Cloud Computing and Data Centers
Sajid Awan specializes in managing cloud-based high-performance computing platforms tailored for research and development, engineering, and AI/ML workloads. He has been actively involved in the design and implementation of advanced data centers and large-scale networks. His strong background in analytics, security, and compliance within cloud environments further enhances his capabilities in this field.
Leadership Roles in Technology Companies
Throughout his career, Sajid Awan has held various leadership positions in notable technology companies. He was the Chief Information Officer at MCB Bank from 2009 to 2011 and at DST from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he worked as the Country Leader for Business Services, Operations, and Technology at IBM Global Business Services from 2013 to 2015. His roles have involved supporting complex sales through systems engineering and solutions architecture.