Pallav Srivastav
Technology Expert, Enterprise Solutions, AI & RPA Enthusiast, helping business to drive ROI driven technology implementation, Strategist & Architect
Dubai,UAE
Summary
I’m a hands-on CTO and technology strategist with 19+ years of experience building scalable cloud platforms, real-time systems, and AI/ML-driven digital products across global enterprises and high-growth startups. I specialize in architecting low-latency, distributed systems, leading high-performance engineering teams, and taking products from concept to global scale.
My expertise spans cloud-native backend engineering, microservices, event-driven architectures, and immersive technologies including AI, Computer Vision, ERP, Cybersecurity, AR/VR, WebXR, and real-time digital ecosystems. I’m passionate about creating interactive, AI-powered experiences that push the boundaries of engagement and user immersion.
I thrive in zero-to-one environments, enjoy building engineering culture from the ground up, and love working closely with founders and product teams to turn ideas into scalable, resilient platforms.
Focused areas:
• Real-time systems & metaverse-ready infrastructure
• AI/ML personalization, GenAI & intelligent automation
• Cloud-native architectures (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Distributed systems, microservices & performance engineering
• Engineering leadership, team building & scaling
• Immersive experiences, AR/VR, 3D digital worlds
If you're building the future of interactive experiences, I’d love to connect.
Overview
7
7
Certificates
3
3
Languages
22
22
years of professional experience
8
8
Years of Management Experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chief Technology and Operations Officer
Neeswarth FZE
Dubai, UAE
07.2024 - Current
- Championed digital transformation efforts, modernizing legacy systems and increasing organizational agility.
- Optimized supply chain operations through the implementation of advanced analytics tools, driving improvements in inventory management and demand forecasting.
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans, minimizing downtime in the event of system failures or security breaches.
- Managed cross-functional teams to execute complex projects on time and within budget, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
- Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
- Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
- Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
- Laid out complete business continuity plan to maintain data protection in event of natural disaster or long-term outage.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Managed company-level architecture, platform and data configuration processes and implementation protocols.
- Supported mergers and acquisition activities by seamlessly integrating acquired companies'' technologies into existing systems infrastructure.
- Standardized IT policies and procedures across the organization, promoting consistency and adherence to industry best practices.
- Spearheaded the development of innovative technology solutions, driving competitive advantage and market differentiation.
- Implemented strategic initiatives for enhancing operational performance, resulting in improved customer satisfaction and business growth.
- Introduced automation technologies for routine tasks within operations department which led to significant increase in productivity levels.
- Influenced positive change throughout organization by fostering a culture of continuous improvement rooted in technology advancements.
- Established robust cybersecurity measures, safeguarding company data and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Aligned IT strategy with business goals, enabling seamless integration of technology solutions across various departments.
- Maintained high availability of critical systems through rigorous testing protocols which drastically reduced potential downtimes.
- Negotiated vendor contracts to secure favorable terms for hardware and software purchases, reducing overall IT expenses.
- Led the successful migration to cloud-based services, improving scalability while reducing operational costs.
- Streamlined technology infrastructure by consolidating systems and optimizing processes, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Enabled data-driven decision making by implementing advanced BI tools that provided actionable insights into key business metrics.
Director of Enterprise Solutions & Architecture
PureCS
Dubai
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Enterprise Architect
GMG
Dubai, UAE
05.2021 - 07.2022
Apps Delivery Head
Alpha Data LLC
Dubai, UAE
03.2020 - 03.2021
Practice Head
Emirates Consulting Group
Dubai, UAE
02.2016 - 02.2020
Delivery Head & Architect
NTT Data
Sydney, Australia
02.2012 - 02.2016
Team Lead
NTT Data
Hyderabad, India
09.2011 - 02.2012
Multiple Roles (Hardware, Network & Apps)
India
06.2003 - 08.2011
Education
MBA - Computer Systems Analysis
Masters in Business Administration
07.2013 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor's in Computer Applications
07.2010 - 06.2013
Skills
ERP Module and Cloud Solutions (SAP, Oracle & Microsoft)
Certification
Oracle Fusion Professional Architect
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/08/85
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Chief Technology and Operations Officer
Neeswarth FZE
07.2024 - Current
Director of Enterprise Solutions & Architecture
PureCS
07.2022 - 07.2024
Enterprise Architect
GMG
05.2021 - 07.2022
Apps Delivery Head
Alpha Data LLC
03.2020 - 03.2021
Practice Head
Emirates Consulting Group
02.2016 - 02.2020
MBA - Computer Systems Analysis
Masters in Business Administration
07.2013 - 06.2015
Delivery Head & Architect
NTT Data
02.2012 - 02.2016
Team Lead
NTT Data
09.2011 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science -
Bachelor's in Computer Applications
07.2010 - 06.2013
Multiple Roles (Hardware, Network & Apps)
India
06.2003 - 08.2011