Akash Mitra

About Akash Mitra

Hello There. I lead the Consumer Innovation Lab at Cognizant - a R&D hub dedicated to advancing AI and digital solutions in the travel and hospitality domain. We help partners and clients bring products to life. I have the privilege of working alongside a dynamic team of Architects and Engineers, shaping AI-driven experiences while staying attuned to emerging technologies and industry trends that define the future of travel.My journey has spanned roles as a JavaScript and Python Architect and Technical Manager, guiding digital transformation initiatives across geographies. I\'ve designed full-stack JavaScript solutions that power seamless, scalable experiences for global hospitality brands.Beyond traditional interfaces, I’ve delved deeply into intent-based Conversational AI, crafting sophisticated voice user experiences through platforms like Google Dialogflow, Amazon Alexa, and IBM Watson.At its core, my work is about bridging innovation with impact, transforming ideas into intelligent, human-centered technology that redefines how travelers interact with the digital world.TLDR; Version:My philosophy toward work is rooted in passion—when you truly love what you do, it never feels like work. For me, that passion lies in JavaScript, Web Performance, Security, and now, the fascinating frontier of Generative AI. This enthusiasm shapes not only the quality of my work but also how I connect with teams and stakeholders. I take pride in translating complex technical ideas into clear, actionable insights- helping businesses navigate choices with confidence and clarity.As a developer advocate and mentor, I’m deeply committed to guiding the next generation of technologists, encouraging curiosity, craftsmanship, and ethical innovation. I also dedicate time to pro bono security awareness sessions for underrepresented communities and host workshops and podcasts exploring the transformative potential of Generative AI.Outside of code, I’m a Photographer, Coffee Enthusiast, Beer Cicerone, Podcaster, Gamer, Dungeon Master, and independent Security Researcher. I’m endlessly curious about open-source intelligence, storytelling universes like Middle-Earth (Tolkien-verse), Star Wars, and the Wizarding World, and of course football, because life needs goals, right?Feel free to hit me up if you\'re as excited about the future of tech and generative AI as I am. We can change this ever disruptive landscape together, one algorithm at a time! Oh! and also if you want to know what food pairs up perfectly with a Stout or an IPA!

Experience

1. Engineering Manager

   Cognizant

   Mar 2022 — Present · Kolkata, IN

   As a Technical Product Manager and Front-End Architect working at the frontier of Generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) product development, I operate where technology, strategy, and creativity intersect. My work bridges Principal Architects, Tech Leads, and R&D teams, aligning vision with execution to transform complex technical ambitions into scalable, intelligent solutions.I’m passionate about building engineering cultures grounded in clarity, collaboration, and purpose. Whether it’s balancing innovation with reliability or translating AI research into real-world impact, I focus on creating systems and teams that move fast while maintaining technical excellence.While I lead from a product and architectural lens, I remain hands-on, designing performant, secure React applications and experimenting with AI-driven interfaces that redefine user experience.At heart, I’m driven by one mission: to craft technology that learns, scales, and inspires, merging the precision of engineering with the boundless potential of Generative AI.

Education

• St. Mary's Orphanage and Day School

  ICSC

• Sathyabama University

  Bachelor Of Engineering.

• The Frank Anthony Public School

  Science

Skills

• Html
• Core Java
• Artificial Intelligence
• Struts
• Machine Learning
• Javascript
• Css3
• J2ee Application Development
• Jquery
• Hibernate
• Angularjs