Exec Director, Applications Engineering, Comcast
Gulrukh Ahanger is a seasoned technology executive with years of experience of driving enterprise-level changes and inspiring actions. She has successfully led companies through technology transitions. She has worked on broad range of technologies ranging from award winning cloud-based cable systems to commercially viable IP-based video advertisement systems. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. from Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Boston University. The results of her research have been extensively published in refereed engineering and industry standard publications. The breakneck speed of the technology industry, combined with disparate and complicated technology environments has constantly challenged Dr. Ahanger’s skills with highly successful results. She thrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environments with companies that are forward thinking and innovative. Four years ago, Dr. Ahanger joined the team that would deliver the Comcast’s X1 Operating Platform offering. She heads the engineering of some of the customer facing systems and application that drive the TV experience.