Simplilearn, the digital upskilling platform, announced the appointment of Jitendra Kumar as its Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
A seasoned entrepreneur and technology leader, Jitendra returns to Simplilearn with a proven track record of driving large-scale tech innovation. In his earlier tenure with the firm, he led the development of high-performance web and mobile platforms that were instrumental in Simplilearn’s rapid scale-up.
In his new mandate, Jitendra will spearhead Simplilearn’s AI-first transformation, embedding AI technologies from generative to predictive to personalize learning and scale global impact.
Prior to rejoining Simplilearn, Jitendra was the Co-founder and CEO of HappyCredit, a fintech startup backed by Kunal Shah and Goodwater Capital. He also built ReelOn, an AI-powered video content creation platform for creators, agencies, and brands. Jitendra holds a degree in Computer Science and Engineering from IIT Kanpur.
Krishna Kumar, Founder and CEO of Simplilearn said, “We are delighted to welcome Jitendra back as part of our executive team. His reappointment comes at a pivotal moment as we sharpen our global AI strategy internally and as a market-facing solution. Jitendra’s 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.”
Jitendra Kumar said, “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 personalized, and scalable upskilling solutions. Our goal is to bridge the gap between AI ambition and real-world readiness, empowering talent and businesses to lead confidently in the AI-first era.”
