Rohit Anand
About Rohit Anand
Rohit Anand serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Wefox, where he has significantly transformed the engineering culture and streamlined operations. He has an extensive background in data engineering and management, with previous leadership roles at companies such as HelloFresh, Generali, and AXA.
Current Role at wefox
Rohit Anand serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Wefox since 2023. In this role, he has transformed the engineering culture into a product-led function, emphasizing high ownership and automation. He previously held the position of Vice President of Data Engineering at Wefox for five months in 2022. His leadership has focused on streamlining processes and enhancing the developer experience within the organization.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Data Management
Rohit Anand has extensive experience in engineering and data management across various organizations. He worked as the Director of Data Engineering at HelloFresh for nine months in 2022. Prior to that, he served as the Head of Data Management and Engineering at Generali from 2019 to 2022. His career also includes roles at GlobalLogic as a Senior Solutions Architect and at Travelport as a Lead Software Consultant/Architect.
Educational Background and Certifications
Rohit Anand has a diverse educational background with degrees in finance and technology. He earned an MBA in Banking, Corporate Finance & Securities and Information Technology from Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management Studies from 2003 to 2006. He holds a BCOM in Financial Accounting and Economics from Delhi University from 1998 to 2001. Additionally, he has achieved several certifications, including Certified Data Scientist and Certified Big Data Architect in 2018, and TOGAF certified Enterprise Architect in 2011.
Achievements at wefox
At Wefox, Rohit Anand has spearheaded several initiatives that have significantly impacted the organization. He streamlined the deployment of microservices, saving approximately 150 engineering hours per month across 15 squads. He also reduced cycle time on operational and data analytics use cases by an average of 30%. His efforts in trimming unnecessary AWS services spending resulted in savings of €855,000, while maintaining service availability and response times.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
Rohit Anand's career reflects a steady progression through various leadership roles in engineering and technology. He has held positions at notable companies such as AXA, where he served as the Innovation, Architecture & Engineering Leader, and Dell Services as a Software Architect. His diverse experience spans multiple countries, including India, the United States, and France, showcasing his adaptability and expertise in global environments.