Shashi Shankar
About Shashi Shankar
Shashi Shankar is a Senior Director of News Editorial Platforms at Thomson Reuters and serves as Vice President of Technology at Evaluate Ltd. He has extensive experience in software development and engineering, having held various leadership roles at Thomson Reuters over nearly two decades.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Shashi Shankar has held multiple positions at Thomson Reuters, contributing significantly to various engineering and software development initiatives. He began his tenure as a Software Engineer from 1998 to 2004, followed by roles as Software Development Manager from 2004 to 2007, and Director of Development from 2007 to 2011. He then served as Director of Software Development for Investment Banking from 2011 to 2012. Shankar continued to advance within the organization, taking on the role of Director of Software Development for Eikon Office for 11 months in 2012-2013, and subsequently as Director of Content Marketplace Engineering from 2013 to 2016. He was promoted to Senior Director of Content Marketplace Engineering in 2016, a position he held until 2017. Currently, he serves as Senior Director of News Editorial Platforms since 2017.
Current Role at Evaluate Ltd
Since 2022, Shashi Shankar has been serving as Vice President of Technology at Evaluate Ltd in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, he oversees technological strategies and initiatives, leveraging his extensive experience in software development and engineering. His leadership at Evaluate Ltd reflects his commitment to advancing technology solutions in the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Shashi Shankar completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Electrical Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, from 1991 to 1995. He also attended North Brook Zila School for his earlier education. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his extensive career in technology and software development, particularly within the financial services industry.
Professional Background
Before joining Thomson Reuters, Shashi Shankar worked as a Developer at Fidelity Investments from 1996 to 1998. His career trajectory showcases a steady progression in the technology sector, with a focus on software development and engineering roles. His experience spans over two decades, primarily in the Greater Boston Area, where he has developed a deep understanding of the financial technology landscape.