About

Paul Onakoya is an accomplished Engineering Leader with over 17 years of experience in building high-performing engineering teams and delivering high-quality software products. Currently, he works at Google as the Director of Engineering for Google Play Growth. In this role, he is responsible for leading the engineering teams that develop and grow the Google Play platform, which is a key revenue driver for Google. Paul is a results-driven leader who is passionate about fostering a culture of growth and enabling his teams to realize their full potential. He has a proven track record of building high-performing teams that deliver innovative solutions to complex problems. Before joining Google, Paul worked at Netflix, where he held several leadership positions, including Engineering Leader for Studio UI and Engineering Leader for Netflix.com. During his time at Netflix, he led the UI Engineering teams responsible for building enterprise applications that manage promotional artwork, promotional video, media management, and workforce optimization. Paul is a graduate of Howard University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Systems and Computer Science. He has a strong technical background and is proficient in several technologies, including Microservices, Mobile, Web, and UI development. In summary, Paul Onakoya is an accomplished Engineering Leader with a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering innovative solutions. He is a passionate leader who fosters a culture of growth and is committed to enabling his teams to realize their full potential.