Anoop Sankar
About Anoop Sankar
Anoop Sankar serves as the VP of Engineering at Truecaller, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in engineering roles across various companies and domains, including finance, ad-tech, telecom, and automotive.
Current Role at Truecaller
Anoop Sankar serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Truecaller, a position he has held since 2021. He is based in Stockholm, Sweden. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering operations and driving technological advancements within the company. His leadership is pivotal in enhancing Truecaller’s product offerings and ensuring the engineering team meets its strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Truecaller
Before his current role, Anoop Sankar worked at Truecaller as the Director and Head of Engineering in India from 2017 to 2021. During this four-year tenure in Bengaluru, he focused on leading engineering initiatives and managing teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. His contributions during this period helped shape the engineering landscape of Truecaller in the Indian market.
Professional Background
Anoop Sankar has a diverse professional background with experience in various engineering domains, including finance, ad-tech, telecom, and automotive. He began his career as a Software Engineer at Robert Bosch GmbH in Germany and later progressed to roles such as Senior Software Engineer at Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Ltd. He also co-founded Chillr, where he served as CTO from 2013 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Anoop Sankar earned a Bachelor of Technology degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His educational background laid the foundation for his extensive knowledge in programming languages, including Java, Kotlin, Ruby, and Python. He also completed his high school education at Loyola School.
Focus Areas and Interests
Anoop Sankar has a keen interest in usability, application programming, mobile app development, and design. He emphasizes mentorship and team management, focusing on building effective engineering teams. His leadership style is centered around fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and professional growth among team members.