Summary
Sadananda Narayanappa is a Chief Data Scientist with 12+ years of experience translating advanced analytics into measurable business value across defense, enterprise, and healthcare sectors. He combines dual PhDs in Mathematics and Computer Science with hands-on leadership at Lockheed Martin and prior roles at Microsoft, Pearson VUE, and Boeing/Jeppesen to build data governance, master data management, and DevSecOps-capable ML pipelines. A proven builder of data platforms and startups, he has generated multimillion-dollar revenue by designing CRM, VOIP data architectures, and analytics frameworks for clients like Avaya and Merrill Lynch. He is passionate about teaching and promoting AI/ML discipline, pairing deep theory with pragmatic delivery to embed data science culture in organizations. An uncommon strength is his ability to span rigorous academic research and operationalization at scale, making him effective both as a technical architect and stakeholder-facing leader.
12 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
Diploma of Education Computer Science, Diploma of Education Computer Science at Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
Masters in Computer Sciece Computer Science, Masters in Computer Sciece Computer Science at New York Institute of Technology
Doctor of Philosophy - Dual PhD Mathematics and Computer Science, Doctor of Philosophy - Dual PhD Mathematics and Computer Science at University of Denver
Bachelor's degree Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Bachelor's degree Electrical and Electronics Engineering at UVCE
London School of Economics and Political Science