Roundtable: Unlocking Strategic Thinking in Engineering Leadership

Great engineering leaders don’t just execute—they shape the future. Strategic thinking separates those who react to problems from those who anticipate, influence, and drive lasting impact. In this discussion, we’ll dive into:

1. How to move beyond tactical execution to long-term vision and decision-making.
2. Balancing short-term product wins with scalable, future-proof architectures.
3. Navigating market shifts, technology trends, and organizational dynamics with foresight.
4. Developing systems, teams, and cultures that sustain growth and innovation.

Meet Your Host

Manju Abraham is a 30-year engineering leader who has scaled top R&D teams and delivered enterprise products at HPE, NetApp, Delphix, and HP. Her journey began at the Indian Space Research Organization, and she has since earned accolades for driving productivity, engineering culture, and transformation. Passionate about results and mentorship, Manju will share hard-won insights for leading with impact.

Let’s break down real-world strategies, challenges, and insights that transform leaders from executors to visionaries. Are you thinking strategically enough?