Aku Patel
About Aku Patel
Aku Patel serves as a Senior IT Project Manager at Nevro in Redwood City, California, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in program management and analysis, having held positions at notable companies such as LinkedIn, Yahoo, and HP.
Work at Nevro
Aku Patel has served as a Senior IT Project Manager at Nevro since 2021. In this role, he oversees major IT programs across various domains, including Commercial, Cybersecurity, HR Information Systems, Sales Compensation, Enterprise Resource Planning, Data Analytics, and Web Services Research & Development. His responsibilities include establishing a Project Management Office (PMO) specifically for the IT department, ensuring effective management and execution of IT initiatives.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining Nevro, Aku Patel held several significant positions in the technology sector. He worked at LinkedIn as a Senior Technical Program Manager from 2015 to 2016. Before that, he was a Senior Business Analyst at Yahoo from 2008 to 2013. He also served as a Senior Program Manager at HP from 2014 to 2015 and as a Senior Technical Program Manager at HP from 2017 to 2021. His experience spans various roles that contribute to his expertise in IT project management.
Education and Expertise
Aku Patel studied at Santa Clara University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce and Accounting from 1990 to 1994. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in project management and financial analysis. He has also worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Synopsys Inc from 2000 to 2008 and as a Financial Analyst at Philips Electronics from 1998 to 2000.
Long-term Involvement with BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha
Since 1994, Aku Patel has been involved with BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha, serving as an Accountant/Internal Auditor for 30 years. This long-term commitment highlights his dedication to community service and financial oversight within the organization, complementing his professional career in the technology sector.