Rajeev Arora

About Rajeev Arora

I am a hands-on, results-driven engineering leader, patent holder, and AI Visionary who bridges the gap between complex technology and tangible business growth. My mission is to define, build, and execute the AI journey for organizations, translating cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, and Agentic AI into high-impact, revenue-generating products.I thrive in environments focused on high-stakes delivery, scalability, and strategic exits, operating across multi-shore organizations with large product sets and minimal resources.Highlights of Impact & Expertise- AI/Innovation Leadership: Successfully launched multiple new AI-based products directly impacting revenue, managing complex, parallel project teams across multi-shore organizations. Spearheaded internal projects utilizing Agentic AI and Facial Recognition systems- Business Acumen: Achieved 3 successful exits and helped bootstrap 2 companies while contributing to $2x150M+ sales achievements at large organizations like VMware- Scaling Teams: Built, led, and mentored multi-shore organizations, scaling technical teams and operations to 300+ employees- Deep Technical Expertise: Hold 4 patents (2 in Payment, 1 Post Quantum Security, 1 in AI) in critical technology areas. Expert in Post Quantum Security, PCI DSS, SOC 2, and Government/Military regulations (FAR 889)- Domain Focus: Proven success in FinTech, Payment, Lending, Banking, Agentic AI, Post Quantum Security, Cloud Computing, and as a Registered Defense Contractor, engaging with Institution Investors, PE, and Angel Investors.I am an accomplished engineer and mentor who harnesses excellent communication and project management expertise to prioritize efforts and deliver quality, reliable, and scalable products.

Experience

1. MERGE

   Present

Education

• Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi

  B.Tech., Chemical Engg

  1979 — 1984