Abhay Samant
About Abhay Samant
Abhay Samant is the Director of Systems R&D at NI and an Adjunct Faculty at The University of Texas at Austin, with extensive experience in engineering and marketing roles across various industries.
Director of Systems R&D at National Instruments
Abhay Samant currently holds the position of Director of Systems R&D at National Instruments (NI). In this role, he leads research and development initiatives, focusing on advancing system solutions for various industries. His responsibilities include overseeing the development of cutting-edge technologies and managing large R&D teams. Abhay's work is crucial in driving NI's innovation and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products to meet market demands.
Adjunct Faculty at The University of Texas at Austin
Alongside his role at National Instruments, Abhay Samant serves as an Adjunct Faculty member at The University of Texas at Austin. He contributes to both the McCombs School of Business and the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) department, sharing his industry expertise with students. Through his teaching, Abhay helps bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application, preparing the next generation of engineers and business professionals.
Former Vice President of Engineering at Hiller Measurements
From 2016 to 2019, Abhay Samant was the Vice President of Engineering at Hiller Measurements. During his tenure, he managed and grew a multi-disciplinary engineering team. His responsibilities included overseeing the design, development, and delivery of complex engineering systems for aero/defense, automotive, and semiconductor sectors. Abhay played a pivotal role in defining product strategies and roadmaps, contributing to the company's success in these high-stakes industries.
Educational Background in Electrical and Communications Engineering
Abhay Samant has an impressive educational background. He earned his PhD in Electrical and Communications Engineering from the Indian Institute Of Technology between 2011 and 2015. Prior to that, he completed his MS in Computer Science at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from 1994 to 1996, and his MS in Electrical Engineering at the University of Kentucky at Lexington from 1992 to 1994. This strong foundation in engineering and computer science has been fundamental to his career in advanced R&D roles.
Previous Roles at National Instruments
Abhay Samant's career at National Instruments (NI) spans several key roles over many years. He has served as Chief Software Engineer from 2019 to 2023, Section Manager for RF Product Marketing from 2014 to 2016, Country Marketing Manager in Bangalore from 2012 to 2014, and R&D Section Manager from 2006 to 2012. In these roles, Abhay was involved in product development, marketing strategy, and managing R&D teams, significantly contributing to the company's growth and innovation.