Movers & Shakers

Deepak Agarwal is the new Chief AI Officer for LinkedIn

by VARINDIA 2025-01-22

With Deepak Agarwal as Chief AI Officer, LinkedIn is poised to strengthen its position as a leader in AI-driven professional networking. His leadership promises a future where AI not only powers better connections but also helps millions of users achieve their career aspirations efficiently and ethically.

LinkedIn has appointed Deepak Agarwal as its new Chief AI Officer, underscoring its commitment to innovation in artificial intelligence (AI). Agarwal, an accomplished leader in the field of AI and machine learning, brings extensive expertise to the role, having previously contributed significantly to LinkedIn's AI-driven ecosystem.

Deepak Agarwal has been a pivotal figure in LinkedIn’s AI journey, spearheading transformative initiatives that have shaped the platform's user experience. From personalized job recommendations to predictive analytics in recruitment, LinkedIn has leveraged AI to enhance its platform's efficiency and relevance. With Agarwal at the helm, the company is expected to further amplify its AI capabilities to address evolving user needs and stay ahead in the competitive landscape of professional networking.

Elated Deepak on LinkedIn shared, "This is my second stint leading AI at LinkedIn, with my last tour being VP of AI for 8 years where our team developed remarkable innovations at massive scale that serve as the foundation for much of the company’s AI efforts today. Nothing gives me more joy in my professional life than building technology that has a meaningful impact on the world. I am truly honored to join the incredibly talented team at LinkedIn to build technology that helps create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce and empowers them in an AI-first world. Together, we’ll innovate and create solutions that accelerate the value we deliver to every member and organization on LinkedIn."

In his new role, Agarwal will lead LinkedIn’s AI strategy, focusing on developing scalable models and driving innovation to support the platform's mission of connecting professionals globally. His vision includes enhancing user engagement, optimizing content delivery, and leveraging AI to provide more insightful career and networking opportunities.

With over 950 million members, LinkedIn generates vast amounts of data daily. Under Agarwal’s leadership, the company plans to use this data to improve features such as personalized news feeds, skill-building tools, and recruitment solutions, while maintaining stringent ethical AI practices and prioritizing user privacy.