SmartBear, a leading provider of software quality and visibility solutions, announced that Vineeta Puranik, the company’s Senior Vice President of Engineering and Operations, has been named a 2024 Woman Worth Watching® in STEM by Profiles in Diversity Journal®. This recognition honors high-achieving women in STEM who are trailblazers and role models for women and girls aspiring to build successful careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Meet Vineeta Puranik
Vineeta Puranik leads SmartBear’s engineering and operations with a globally distributed team of over 300 professionals. Her career in software engineering spans over two decades, during which she has specialized in CI/CD pipelines, multi-shore development, and Agile-to-DevOps workflows.
Puranik is known for her strong execution and ability to deliver impactful business outcomes. She prioritizes people, focusing on retention, training teams in modern technologies, and providing them with the necessary tools for success.
Who are the 2024 Woman Worth Watching in STEM?
“Our Women Worth Watching in STEM® are high-performing, purpose-driven leaders who create value for other women and for the organizations where they contribute their talents,” said James R. Rector, publisher of Profiles in Diversity Journal®, in a recent press release. “We are honored to feature these 23 impressive women in STEM, including Vineeta Puranik, who have distinguished themselves through hard work and determination.”
Rector continued, “Each year, the honorees continue to prove that the sky’s the limit for women in these traditionally male-dominated fields and for the young women who are considering entering the field. Congratulations to Vineeta, and thank you to SmartBear for nominating her and honoring her contributions to the field of STEM.”
The Women Worth Watching® in STEM awards is now in its sixth year. The awards honor women across organizations and around the world.
Vineeta on the Importance of Diversity in STEM
Vineeta Puranik emphasized the importance of diversity in STEM, stating, “Increasing diversity in STEM is crucial to foster innovation, enhance problem-solving skills, and ensure equitable access to opportunities for all.”
“From an early age, I was always encouraged to study math and science by parents who were excellent role models, and post-graduate, I was fortunate to have exceptional mentors who opened opportunities for me.
I have always prioritized offering encouragement and support for women to help build important collaborative and supportive networks. Closing the gender gap in STEM is a multifaceted challenge that requires concerted effort and support from various stakeholders.”
— Vineeta Puranik, SVP of Engineering, SmartBear
Find Out More
For more information on the 2024 Women Worth Watching® in STEM Awards, including the full list of winners, visit Profiles in Diversity Journal. To learn more about Vineeta in the latest issue of Profiles in Diversity Journal®, go to: PDJ-Q2_24.
Top image of Vineeta Puranik courtesy of SmartBear. Used with permission.