Simplilearn, a digital upskilling platform, has named Jitendra Kumar as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Kumar returns to the company with a strong background in spearheading large-scale technological advancements. During his previous stint at Simplilearn, he played a key role in developing its web and mobile platforms, which were crucial to the company’s rapid growth. In his renewed role, Kumar will lead Simplilearn’s AI-first evolution by integrating generative and predictive AI technologies to personalise learning experiences and expand global impact.
“Jitendra’s reappointment comes at a pivotal moment as we sharpen our global AI strategy internally and as a market-facing solution. His leadership will be critical in advancing our AI-readiness, scaling capabilities, and strengthening our position as a leading digital upskilling platform. His diverse industry experience will be invaluable as we strengthen our presence across global markets,” said Krishna Kumar, founder and CEO of Simplilearn.
Before rejoining Simplilearn, Kumar served as the cofounder and CEO of HappyCredit, a fintech startup supported by Kunal Shah and Goodwater Capital. He also founded ReelOn, an AI-based video content creation tool designed for content creators, brands, and agencies.
“I am excited to return to Simplilearn during such a transformative time for the company and the edtech industry at large. As we accelerate our AI journey, we must adopt a holistic approach, embedding AI across our tech and learning ecosystem to create smarter, more personalised, and scalable upskilling solutions,” Kumar remarked.
