Sanjay Kumar

Technology and Telecom Executive driving Digital Transformation across Connective Ecosystems

Sanjay Kumar is a seasoned professional in the telecom and software industries with a rich background in spearheading next-generation solutions for digital transformation through edge and hybrid clouds, big data, and machine learning/artificial intelligence within Industrial IoT and the Connected World.

Currently, as the Director of Strategy at CloudBackend, he focuses on guiding companies in utilizing distributed edge and hybrid clouds to transform data and computing into drivers of business growth, fostering information and content distribution in connected environments like smart cities, connected cars, and more.

Sanjay's expertise spans multiple executive roles at renowned organizations including Cloudera, Hortonworks, VMware, Pivotal, Progress Software, Savvion, and TMNG. With a robust history of driving digital transformation and leading new business initiatives at prominent global entities like Bell Canada, Level3, AT&T, Procter & Gamble, he brings a wealth of strategic knowledge and industry acumen to the table.

Sanjay's educational foundation includes a B.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering specializing in Computers & Communications from the University of Toronto, providing him with a strong technical groundwork to complement his vast professional experience.

Throughout his career, Sanjay Kumar has held key positions such as Managing Director - Telecom, Media, & Connected Ecosystems at Cloudera, General Manager of Communications & Media Industry at Hortonworks, and Industry Solutions Strategist at VMware, showcasing his diverse skill set and strategic leadership capabilities.

His tenure as a Vice President at Progress Software, Lead Solutions Architect at Level 3 Communications, and Project Leader at AT&T Canada underscores his ability to drive impactful solutions and initiatives within the telecom and software sectors.

Sanjay's past roles as the CTO & Co-Founder of SkyMast, Vice President of Sales and Services at TMNG, and Systems Analyst at Procter & Gamble further highlight his versatility and deep understanding of technology and industry dynamics.

With a proven track record of success in shaping industry solutions, driving digital innovation, and architecting end-to-end strategies for global enterprises, Sanjay Kumar continues to be a driving force in the realm of telecom and software ecosystems.