Purvi Desai

Purvi Desai is a highly experienced engineering leader with a robust background in networking and cloud infrastructure. Currently serving as Director of Engineering at Google since January 2017, Desai oversees high-performing teams and products within Google Cloud's virtual networking infrastructure. Previously, Desai held the role of Director of Engineering at Zscaler Inc., where responsibility included the development of the Zscaler App and Private Access Product. Desai's career also encompasses significant positions at Juniper Networks, NetScreen Technologies, Nexsi Systems, Cisco Systems, and Tata Infotech Limited, showcasing a progression from Software Engineer to Senior Management roles. Purvi Desai holds an M.S. in Computer Networks from the University of Southern California and a B.E. in Electronics Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Surat.