Industry Experts share their Opinions
- Wipro : Harmeet Chauhan, Global Head – Engineering Edge, Wipro Limited
The future of engineering talent in India is bright, driven by a young workforce, sustained economic momentum, and disruptive technologies. New challenges across product development, operations, business, and technology — and the new Generative AI tools to address them — are why this is perhaps the most exciting time for engineers since the dawn of the computer age. To succeed in this fast-changing landscape, employers and engineers must prioritize upskilling, building trust, embrace failure as an opportunity for growth, and using AI responsibly. By fostering a learning and collaborative culture, we can create better opportunities for everyone, ensuring sustainable growth and success.”
- Abhishek Kumar, Director Data Science, Publicis Sapient
- In the AI-driven landscape, traditional engineering must evolve to constantly create value to keep pace with dynamic customer and market expectations. At Publicis Sapient, we have identified key behavioral attributes that enable our engineers to consistently deliver value and perform at a level 10 times higher than their peers.We call them 10X Engineers because they have the capability to generate a 10X impact, in line with the expectations of modern-day engineers who must seek to excel beyond specialization in a single field.They are polyglots, multidimensional, and masters of collaboration. They bridge the gap between different languages and platforms to create seamless solutions that push the envelope of what’s possible. They combine their individual strength with the power of cross-functional pods to produce high-quality outcomes to not only accelerate innovation but also nurture a culture of continuous learning and improvement.Chandrayaan 3 and similar missions demonstrate the potential of achieving remarkable results with shoestring budgets. The key is to reduce waste and minimize costs while maintaining high functionality and performance. This approach can lead to highly efficient and sustainable solutions that deliver maximum value.The 10X Engineer seeks mentorship today and pays it forward as mentors tomorrow, creating a cycle of empowerment. Effective mentorship expands the horizons of engineering communities, nurturing talent and fostering a culture of continuous learning.The advent of generative AI at its full glory is already creating exciting possibilities to be even more productive, agile, and outcome focused. While GenAI is bringing powerful tools to every engineer’s repertoire, the paradigm shift towards developing “asking the right question” skills will be a crucial differentiator.
- Sudha KV, Vice President, Dell Technologies, India
- At Dell Technologies, innovation is in our DNA. We encourage our team members to be creative and innovative and support them in bringing their ideas to life. Engineers play a critical role on all aspects of technology – incubating, building, and maintaining the complex systems that power our digital world. Our engineering teams enable Dell Technologies to be the essential infrastructure company, delivering products from the Edge to the Core to the Cloud. Working with teams across countries, we focus on designing and developing products with the most advanced technologies, tools, software engineering methodologies and the collaboration of internal and external partners. Our focus on providing team members with the best possible workspace and environment has been the key to nurturing this innovative mindset, resulting in some of the best products and solutions catering to customers across the globe. Today, our team members envision and build solutions that fuel human progress. This National Engineer’s Day, let us all celebrate the spirit of innovation.
- Madhusudhan Krishnapuram, VP, Product & Engineering & MD, GoTo.
“India has a rich history of innovation and engineering excellence. Our journey as engineers is interwoven with the country’s rise as a global innovation hub. Our scientists and engineers have demonstrated immense creativity and value in building technologies for a world where adaptability and flexibility have become paramount. At GoTo, we celebrate our engineers who create transformative solutions that transcend geographic boundaries and enable people and businesses to navigate disruptions with agility and resilience.
To empower the next generation of engineers and continue the nation’s tradition of driving cutting-edge innovation, skill development is crucial. Today, the technology landscape is highly dynamic and the skill sets required for engineers are constantly evolving. To ensure that our budding engineers are equipped with latest knowledge and best practices, we strive to provide comprehensive upskilling programs that include both technical training and leadership development. We must remember that the journey of engineering is a collective one, where everyone’s contribution adds to the tapestry of progress. This Engineer’s Day, together, let us continue to shape a brighter, more innovative and sustainable future that benefits the broader community we serve.”
- Ranga Kanapathy – Chief Transformation Officer, APAC Chief Delivery Officer’, Altimetrik
“ A nation’s progress is intricately tied to its prowess in technology and innovation. India’s engineering landscape has significantly transformed, with engineers now serving as pivotal business enablers.
In my journey, I have collaborated with outstanding engineering teams at the forefront of harnessing technology for positive change. The future of engineering lies in sustainable innovation. As we look ahead, I see remarkable trends shaping our industry, from integrating renewable energy sources and the rise of circular economy practices to the proliferation of AI-driven sustainability assessments. Engineers will be instrumental in integrating sustainable practices into digital business strategies. We can optimize resource utilization by harnessing data analytics, AI, Gen-AI, and IoT and implementing blockchain for transparent, sustainable supply chain management. Additionally, digital business enablement will see engineers creating frictionless CX, leveraging cloud-native technologies, and embracing DevOps practices for rapid innovation.
The Indian engineering community is forging new paths through groundbreaking innovations, positioning themselves to excel in an increasingly competitive landscape while meeting industry demands. I urge all engineers to continue their pursuit of knowledge, embrace collaboration, and take pride in their role as architects of a more resilient and sustainable world. Together, we can engineer innovation and drive progress—one sustainable step at a time.”
