Sanket Gupta is a seasoned Engineering and Product leader with over a decade of experience steering large teams in high-stakes environments. Currently, he heads Instagram's flagship Feed product, a critical component of the platform that encompasses Creation, Interactions, Consumption, and Profile teams. With more than...
Sanket Gupta is a seasoned Engineering and Product leader with over a decade of experience steering large teams in high-stakes environments. Currently, he heads Instagram's flagship Feed product, a critical component of the platform that encompasses Creation, Interactions, Consumption, and Profile teams. With more than 1 billion daily active users, Sanket is at the forefront of enhancing user engagement and connectivity, striving to ensure that individuals can seamlessly connect with the content that resonates most with them.
In his role, Sanket leverages his expertise in team management and organizational leadership to cultivate a collaborative and innovative culture within his teams. His proficiency in statistics and managerial finance allows him to make data-driven decisions that optimize user experience and drive product performance. By employing advanced technologies such as Java, SQL, and ElasticSearch, he ensures that the Feed product remains robust and scalable, capable of handling the immense volume of interactions that occur daily.
Sanket is also deeply involved in key projects that focus on improving user interactions and content discovery, utilizing insights from Google AdWords to enhance targeted advertising strategies. His commitment to fostering a user-centric approach not only enhances the platform's functionality but also strengthens the community aspect of Instagram, making it a vital space for users to connect with what matters most to them. Through his leadership, Sanket Gupta continues to shape the future of social media, driving innovations that resonate with a global audience.
