Saurabh Chakraborty Appointed as Senior Director & Head of AI Engineering at McDonald’s

Saurabh Chakraborty Appointed as Senior Director & Head of AI Engineering at McDonald’s

McDonald’s has announced the appointment of Saurabh Chakraborty as Senior Director & Head of AI Engineering, a pivotal role that will see him leading the company’s global AI strategy and innovation efforts for the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. In his new capacity, Saurabh will head the AI Lab, build AI engineering capabilities across McDonald’s worldwide, and serve as the Technology Site Leader for the company’s India offices. His appointment signals McDonald’s continued investment in leveraging artificial intelligence and digital transformation to enhance customer experience, operational efficiency, and future-ready innovation.

With a distinguished career spanning leading technology firms such as SmartSoC Solutions Pvt Ltd, Valtech, KPIT, Fujitsu India, Capgemini, Mphasis, and Mindtree, Saurabh brings a wealth of expertise in AI, emerging technologies, cloud engineering, and digital transformation. His leadership in these organizations has been instrumental in building large-scale engineering teams, driving R&D initiatives, and delivering next-generation AI solutions across diverse sectors including automotive, retail, and enterprise technology.

As a founding member and Secretary of the IIBA Bangalore Chapter, Saurabh has been deeply involved in advancing the professional community of business analysts, mentoring emerging professionals, and shaping chapter initiatives for over 15 years. His commitment to nurturing talent and fostering innovation reflects his broader philosophy of technology-led organizational growth.

Earlier in his career, Saurabh made a significant mark in the research domain through his work at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Project BlueCode, a collaborative initiative with NASA and RV College of Engineering. His research contributed to improving data processing algorithms for Mars Rover missions, showcasing his early aptitude for problem-solving at the intersection of data science and engineering innovation.

A recognized expert in EdgeAI, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, AR/VR, and Digital Innovation, Saurabh’s appointment underscores McDonald’s focus on embedding AI-driven intelligence into its technology ecosystem. With his proven record of leading transformative programs and fostering cross-functional collaboration, Saurabh Chakraborty is poised to play a key role in advancing McDonald’s vision of reimagining the QSR industry through cutting-edge AI capabilities and scalable digital innovation.

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