Bala Yanamandra

Bala Yanamandra is an experienced technology executive with a robust background in software engineering and digital product innovation. Currently serving as Vice President of Software Engineering at Gartner, Bala leads the Finance Modernization Program, overseeing the replacement of legacy systems with advanced platforms such as Apttus CPQ & CLM and Zuora, while managing technology and vendor selection, enterprise architecture, and execution plans. Prior roles include Head of Digital Product Innovation Technology at CEB (now Gartner), Senior Development Manager at Amazon, and Director of Engineering at Monster.com, where Bala directed multiple teams in developing scalable hiring solutions. Bala's earlier experience includes senior positions at webMethods, the Bureau of National Affairs, and Thomson Technology, demonstrating a consistent trajectory of leadership in technology strategy and execution. Education credentials include an MBA in Finance from George Mason University, a B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from Osmania University, and an M.Tech in Industrial Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.