Hitesh Kaushal

About Hitesh Kaushal

Results-Driven Technical Leader | Director-Level ExperienceA seasoned technical leader with a proven track record of delivering complex software and hardware products on time and within budget. I have consistently led and scaled high-performing engineering teams at industry giants like Google, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Microsoft.My core expertise includes strategic leadership, directing diverse teams of 40+ engineers, driving cross-functional alignment, and ensuring projects align with organizational goals. I excel in technical innovation, designing and implementing innovative solutions that address complex software challenges, prioritizing quality and scalability. I have extensive experience in program management, leading end-to-end product development lifecycles, from concept to launch, while managing resources and mitigating risks. Additionally, I am adept at stakeholder engagement, building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels and ensuring clear communication and project transparency.My key achievements include currently leading a diverse team of 40+ software engineers at Google Cloud, delivering critical data center software solutions. At AWS, I successfully launched a new hardware product, establishing end-to-end processes and driving efficient supply chain management. At Microsoft, I streamlined Surface product development processes, resulting in significant cost savings and improved time-to-market.My passion lies in balancing technical depth with strategic vision. I am seeking a Director-level opportunity where I can leverage my expertise to drive innovation, deliver exceptional results, and foster a culture of excellence within a high-growth technology organization.

Experience

1. Senior Software Technical Program Manager - Google Cloud

   Google

   Oct 2022 — Present · Kirkland, WA, US

   Technical Program Management Leader | Google CloudAs a seasoned Technical Program Manager (TPM) at Google, I lead a diverse portfolio of software development teams focused on delivering critical solutions for Google Cloud Data Center Software. My responsibilities span the entire product lifecycle, from inception to deployment and ongoing support (turnups, quality assurance, repairs, etc.).Lead a SVP level forum to define and execute the strategy for Machine Learning programs reliability for both GPUS and TPUs with a focus on increasing MTBF and reducing MTTR (Mean time to Repair) with a goal of achieving best in class operational efficiency via lower holdback, downtime and spares costs.Led cross functional program to reduce the H100 tray swap rates and implementation of granular and lower cost FRU schemas resulting in in Opex savings.Led large cross functional teams for launching new products and influenced key architectural decisions to achieve a better feature and TTM optimization saving XX months of SWE development time.Led a large program with multiple work streams to lower Time to Repair for ML machines via reduction of process latency, improved attribution and diagnosability.My impact includes successfully delivering numerous critical software projects, enabling efficient data center operations and supporting Google Cloud\'s rapid growth. I have led cross-functional initiatives that improved software quality, reduced time-to-market, and enhanced customer satisfaction. I have fostered a collaborative, results-oriented team environment, empowering engineers to achieve their full potential.

Education

• PMP - University of Toronto

  Course for PMP, Project Management

  2009 — 2009

• Indo Swiss Training Center

  4 year Advanced Course in Tool & Die Design, Mechanical Engineering

  1992 — 1996

• IILM

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Operations, Marketing, Finance

  1999 — 2002

• Panjab University

  Bachelor's Degree, Sociology, Political Science, Public Administration

  1992 — 1995

Skills

• Financial Modeling
• Business Process
• Team Leadership
• Portfolio Optimization
• Machine Tools
• @Risk
• Mechanical Engineering
• Stochastic Modeling
• Business Process Improvement
• Modeling and Simulation
• Product Lifecycle Management
• Powerpivot
• Powerquery
• Monte Carlo Simulation
• Pricing Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing
• Dax
• Design of Experiments
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Microsoft Excel
• Business Strategy
• Tool Design
• Project Finance
• Pricing Strategy
• Solidworks
• Project Management
• Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Product Design
• Cnc Manufacturing
• Enterprise Solution Sales
• Gd&T
• Crystal Ball
• Pro Engineer
• Cxo Level Engagement
• Leadership
• Ms Project
• Product Management
• Telecommunications