Stories of what worked and sometimes what did not, in the course of discovering, designing, developing and delivering software based solutions – as shared by practitioners who went through these situations.
Stories of what worked and sometimes what did not, in the course of discovering, designing, developing and delivering software based solutions – as shared by practitioners who went through these situations.
In this episode, Hasan Siddiqui, a veteran in the IT industry, recounts his extensive and diverse career in the software and technology industry, offering valuable insights and advice along the way.
He starts with his academic beginnings, influenced by the late Professor V Rajaraman, and traces his journey through various pivotal roles at companies like Burroughs, Unisys, and TCS. He discusses his work on significant international projects, his tenure at CBS, his experiences with matrix organizations, corporate politics, and his eventual transition into academic roles and consulting.
Hasan also emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning, maintaining professional relationships, and staying optimistic and adaptable in the ever-evolving tech landscape.
00:00 Technical Difficulties and Introductions
00:52 Early Career and Influential Mentors
02:43 First Major Projects and Overseas Assignments
05:32 Learning and Adapting in France
08:43 Transition to Account Management and Return to India
12:03 Building a Career in Bangalore and Pune
18:31 Navigating Corporate Politics and Final Career Moves
32:03 Introduction to Can Bay and HSBC
32:37 Challenges and Responsibilities at GDC
35:27 Transition to Academia
37:55 Return to Industry and Career Lessons
40:40 Retirement and New Ventures
41:55 Continuous Learning and Technology Trends
45:45 Managing Large Teams and Client Relations
51:51 Networking and Building Relationships
54:09 Retirement Philosophy and Personal Practices
01:00:40 Final Thoughts and Advice
The timestamps are approximate and do not include the time for the intro. Add about 90 seconds to locate the section.
Hasan Siddiqui is an alumnus of IIT Kanpur and an accomplished technology and business education leader in the international IT industry spanning corporate strategy, business development, GDC/ODC set up and operations, talent management and academics.
He has played senior management roles at Cap Gemini, Tata Consultancy Services, Tech Mahindra, Covansys and Symbiosis university.
He may be reached at: it.career.lighthouse@gmail.com