Vikram Patankar currently serves as the Director of Engineering for Adobe Journey Optimizer, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of customer engagement through technology. With a robust background in engineering leadership, Vikram has successfully navigated the complexities of delivering high-quality technology...
Vikram Patankar currently serves as the Director of Engineering for Adobe Journey Optimizer, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of customer engagement through technology. With a robust background in engineering leadership, Vikram has successfully navigated the complexities of delivering high-quality technology products in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. His expertise lies in building and leading high-performing engineering teams, comprising exceptional engineering managers, architects, and tech leads, all of whom are dedicated to driving innovation and excellence.
At Adobe, Vikram oversees key projects that enhance the capabilities of the Journey Optimizer platform, which empowers businesses to manage scheduled omnichannel campaigns and tailor one-to-one customer interactions seamlessly. This platform is instrumental for major clients, including a prominent sports franchise that utilizes Adobe Journey Optimizer to deliver personalized experiences to millions of fans. By leveraging intelligent insights and data-driven decisions, Vikram ensures that the platform not only meets but exceeds the evolving expectations of customers in today’s digital landscape.
His technical acumen encompasses a wide array of skills, including web services, distributed caching, and big data technologies like Hadoop. Vikram's proficiency in modern programming languages such as Go, along with his experience in tools like Git, Jetty, and Maven, enables him to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within his teams. With sound business judgment and strong analytical thinking skills, he effectively influences cross-functional stakeholders, driving strategic initiatives that align with Adobe's mission to transform customer experiences through intelligent technology.