Subu Muthu
About Subu Muthu
Subu Muthu is a Senior Software Manager at Spectrum Brands, Inc, with a strong background in engineering and product development. He has over two decades of experience in the industry, having held key positions at companies like Philips Lighting Electronics and Leviton, where he drove significant profitability and innovation.
Work at Spectrum Brands
Subu Muthu has been serving as a Senior Software Manager at Spectrum Brands, Inc since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing software development initiatives and managing cross-functional teams. His experience in driving product innovations and efficiencies contributes to the company's objectives in enhancing product offerings and improving operational performance.
Education and Expertise
Subu Muthu holds an M.Tech degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and a Ph.D. from the University of Victoria. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering and technology. He specializes in cross-discipline team management and talent development, which supports his expertise in product turnarounds and transformations.
Background
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Subu Muthu held various engineering leadership positions. He served as Director of Engineering at Korrus for eight months in 2020-2021 and spent several years at Philips Lighting Electronics, where he progressed from Senior Member Research Staff to Principal Engineer. He also worked at Leviton as Senior Director of Engineering, where he focused on developing high-performance teams and implementing modular platforms.
Achievements
Subu Muthu has a proven track record of achieving double-digit growth for companies such as Philips and Leviton through strategic product launches and business transformations. He has delivered over 200 innovative software products, with installations in prominent locations like NYC JFK and LaGuardia Airports, and Seattle Key Arena. His initiatives in cost reduction and efficiency improvements have contributed to profitability increases across various organizations.