Umesh Subramanian

Umesh Subramanian serves as chief technology officer at Citadel, a global alternative investment manager. In this role, Subramanian leads technology teams responsible for developing research, investment, and risk management platforms that support Citadel's worldwide operations. Subramanian oversees the integration of engineers, quantitative analysts, and investors to create high-performance, low-latency systems for financial technology and investment management.

Before joining Citadel, Subramanian was a partner and co-head of technology at Goldman Sachs, where he gained experience in financial technology and large-scale systems. His academic background includes an undergraduate degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, and a Master of Science in engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Subramanian supports philanthropic initiatives, including the Shefali and Umesh Subramanian Scholarship for future engineers.

Subramanian has appeared at industry events such as the Milken Global Conference, discussing the impact of artificial intelligence on the financial industry and workforce. He advocates for the integration of AI and data science to enhance investment workflows and emphasizes curiosity and problem-solving in talent development. Subramanian's public speaking and leadership contribute to the advancement of technology in finance, establishing him as a recognized figure in engineering and investment communities.