Mumbai: In a commitment to further strengthen its technology vertical, BYJU’S has named Anil Goel as president, technology.
Serving in a leadership role, Goel will strategise the direction of technology within BYJU’S and its group companies and introduce emerging technologies to improve learning outcomes and efficiency in support of the company’s long-term goals, said the ed-tech company in a statement on Tuesday.
He will also be responsible for the product development, network operations, and implementation of management information systems, software applications, and IT infrastructure, it added.
“Anil is a proven leader with 25+ years of rich experience in building technology systems and processes in different organisations," stated BYJU’S chief people officer Pravin Prakash. "At BYJU’S, he will play a key role in building the next-generation technology in the education space. We are delighted to have him on board and look forward to working together and supporting him in achieving the goals.”
Goel is a highly accomplished, entrepreneurial, innovative, and results-oriented technology executive. With a career spanning over 25 years, he has spent most of his time in the US. Before joining BYJU’S, he was with OYO as group chief technology and product officer. Additionally, having worked with companies like Amazon, RealNetworks, and HyperQuality, his expertise lies in strategic planning, building and extending large software systems and infrastructure, technical architecture, design, product, project management for high availability, high volume transactional systems, websites, and online and mobile applications.
“Technology is a powerful tool that can transform and redefine the way education is delivered. The team is already delivering cutting-edge technology and constantly innovating the learning space and I look forward to adding my expertise in further strengthening this," said Goel. "We will focus on developing tech-driven solutions that will empower students with high-quality education and provide engaging learning experiences."
Goel holds an MBA degree in marketing from the City University of Seattle and a B-Tech (Hons) in electrical and electronics from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani.
