Naveen K S
About Naveen K S
Naveen K S is the Director of Engineering at SmartBear, where he has worked since 2019. With over 17 years of experience in engineering management, he has held various roles in companies such as Goldman Sachs and NTT DATA Corporation, focusing on product development, data analytics, and technology strategy.
Work at SmartBear Software
Naveen K S has been serving as the Director of Engineering at SmartBear since 2019. In this role, he leads engineering teams responsible for three distinct product lines. His responsibilities include developing technical strategies and driving strategic outcomes for product portfolios. He focuses on enhancing cloud infrastructure and system performance while overseeing the scalability, security, and resilience of software solutions. Naveen collaborates closely with product management to drive technology roadmaps that facilitate product growth and monetization.
Previous Experience at Goldman Sachs
Before joining SmartBear, Naveen K S worked at Goldman Sachs as Vice President from 2013 to 2017 in the Bengaluru Area, India. During his four years at the firm, he gained experience in engineering management within the banking and financial services industry. His role involved overseeing engineering projects and contributing to the development of financial technology solutions.
Career at NTT DATA Corporation
Naveen K S began his career at NTT DATA Corporation, where he served as Team Lead from 2006 to 2010 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In this position, he was responsible for managing engineering teams and delivering technology solutions. His experience at NTT DATA laid the foundation for his subsequent roles in engineering management.
Educational Background
Naveen K S completed his Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Science from Visvesvaraya Technological University, studying from 2002 to 2006. He also attended Sainik School Bijapur, which contributed to his foundational education. His academic background has equipped him with the necessary skills for a successful career in engineering management.
Engineering Management Experience
With over 17 years of experience in engineering management, Naveen K S has worked across various domains, including product development, data analytics, banking, financial services, and healthcare. He has established metrics for engineering and operational excellence and has implemented processes for regular assessment and improvement. His expertise includes building engineering teams from scratch, covering all aspects such as development, QA, DevOps, and support.