About

Shashank Padwal is an accomplished Engineering Manager at Amazon with over 15 years of relevant experience in building scalable applications, IOT, and Big Data. With a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the University of Mumbai, Shashank is a seasoned professional with a passion for solving complex product problems with the most suitable technology at hand. Shashank has a proven track record of aligning, leading, and growing world-class technical teams from 10 to 100 people. He believes in setting the right environment for smooth execution, challenging people, and giving them time and space for execution. Shashank's team management strategy involves finding the right person and delegating tasks effectively. As an Engineering Manager, Shashank educates, refines, and drives himself to improve and be a better person in general. He is constantly learning, takes high-quality decisions based on intel gathered, and stays calm in the face of adversity. Shashank enjoys learning, studying, and talking about tech, philosophy, and life in general. Shashank's professional skills include Java, Python, Angular, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Mobile Applications, IOT, and Big Data. He also possesses management skills such as Engineering Management, Hiring Engineering Talent, Roadmap Planning, Business Impact Analysis, Agile Development, and Kanban Development. Shashank has domain knowledge in eLearning, Single/Multi-Tenant Applications, Mobile/Web Applications, Chatbots, Data Analytics, and ML-Based Applications. Prior to joining Amazon, Shashank worked as a Senior Software Engineering Manager and Software Engineering Manager at Upgrad, where he led teams to build scalable applications that helped learners achieve their career transitions. He was instrumental in key projects such as Job Recommendations & Alerts, Group Coaching Calls, and Resume Builder. In summary, Shashank Padwal is a dynamic Engineering Manager with a passion for building scalable applications and solving complex product problems. He is a proven leader with excellent management skills and domain knowledge in various fields. Shashank is constantly learning and refining himself to be a better person and professional.