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Ashes Ganguly

@ashesganguly

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Seasoned engineering leader with expertise in medical devices and AI.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters innovation, values leadership development, and offers opportunities for strategic impact in technology-driven environments.

I am a seasoned engineering leader with 24 years of global experience in medical devices and life sciences, specializing in digital technologies and AI-driven solutions. My career has been marked by a commitment to building and inspiring cross-functional teams, aligning technological innovations with business objectives, and driving transformational change in complex organizations.

Throughout my journey, I have led significant projects in digital pathology and haematology, achieving FDA approval for pioneering medical device startups without external assistance. I take pride in mentoring mid-level managers, fostering their growth into strong leaders, and ensuring continuity of results through robust succession planning. My ability to manage global teams and deliver innovative diagnostic solutions has consistently resulted in measurable business outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Co-Founder & Director

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AI Healthcare Startup

Jun 2023 - Present (2 years)

Pioneered novel screening methodologies for gastro-intestinal diseases by combining bioinformatics and AI, enhancing precision medicine capabilities. Created a prototype for rapid microbial pathogen detection, improving healthcare solutions in low-resource settings.

AI Bioinformatics Precision Medicine Prototyping Healthcare Solutions

Chief Technology Officer

SigTuple Technologies

Jun 2021 - Jun 2023 (2 years)

Led R&D and product development in digital pathology and haematology, resulting in the successful launch of innovative devices that improve diagnostic accuracy. Built and led a multidisciplinary team to launch digital pathology solutions.

R&D Team Product Development Team Leadership Diagnostics

Group Eng Manager / General Manager

Samsung R&D

Jul 2014 - Jun 2021 (6 years 11 months)

Led the system software team for Digital Radiography & Ultrasound projects, ensuring rigorous process management and cross-department collaboration. Developed strategies that reduced time-to-market and streamlined global R&D efforts.

Process Management

Principal Engineer / Lead Engineer

Abbott Laboratories

Jun 2009 - May 2014 (4 years 11 months)

Developed embedded software for imaging-based hematology, designed test infrastructures for system simulation, and led system integration efforts to ensure high product quality and reliability.

Embedded Software Imaging System Integration Quality Assurance Test Infrastructure

Software Project Leader

GE Healthcare

Aug 2004 - May 2009 (4 years 9 months)

Led a global team to deliver control systems software for diagnostic X-ray applications, significantly improving product quality and usability through direct customer interaction and scalable design solutions.

Software Development Customer Engagement