AI Transforms Engineering Roles

AI Transforms Engineering Roles

8 July 2025

Srinivas Narayanan, VP of Engineering at OpenAI, suggests AI's rise will redefine software engineering, pushing engineers towards business leadership roles. Speaking at Sangam 2025, he highlighted that engineers should adopt a CEO-like mindset, leveraging AI tools to amplify their impact. Narayanan, who has overseen the development of advanced systems like Codex, believes AI empowers smaller teams to achieve significant outcomes.

Narayanan also noted AI's transformative impact extends beyond engineering, driving advancements in research and medicine. He cited AI's role in diagnosing rare genetic disorders as a prime example of its potential to deliver rapid, life-changing results. While acknowledging the challenges of responsible AI deployment, he stressed the importance of safety measures and continuous learning. Narayanan envisions AI not just as automation, but as a tool that empowers individuals and businesses to achieve greater effectiveness.

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Published on 7 July 2025
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