Vinay Rao

Vinay Rao is an experienced technology leader currently serving as Chief Technology Officer at Proov, where responsibilities include writing production code and leading cross-functional engineering teams in mobile, backend, machine learning, and data analytics. Key achievements at Proov include architecting a new AWS Serverless backend, reducing app error rates through custom machine learning models, and implementing an AI strategy to enhance efficiency. Previous roles include Director of Engineering at a stealth startup and VP of Engineering at Proov, where Vinay was instrumental in launching the new Proov App. Vinay's extensive background also includes senior roles at SmartThings, Yahoo, and OPNET Technologies, complemented by a Master's degree in Networking from North Carolina State University and a Bachelor's degree in Electronics and Telecommunication from Thadomal Shahani Engineering College, Mumbai.