Jay Vijayan

Jay Vijayan is a globally respected cyber security and technology speaker, best known for his role as Founder and CEO of Tekion Corp – a cutting-edge enterprise transforming the automotive retail software landscape. His work at Tekion has been credited with revolutionising the car-buying experience, seamlessly integrating complex systems through a single, intuitive interface. Under his leadership, the company has reached unicorn status, reflecting both rapid growth and his outstanding ability to innovate within a traditionally rigid industry. A recognised thought leader, Jay is sought-after for his insights on Big Data, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and machine learning.

Raised in an environment rich in computing expertise – the son of a distinguished computer scientist – Jay began programming at a young age in his father’s training institute. After earning his degrees from the University of Madras, he gained international experience in Oman and Singapore before joining Oracle as a Senior Manager of Applications Development. His career then accelerated with key leadership roles at VMware, where he progressed to Senior Director of Applications. This trajectory set the stage for his most influential corporate role: joining Tesla at the personal request of Elon Musk.

As Tesla’s Chief Information Officer and Vice President of IT & Business Applications, Jay led the development of the company’s digital and information technology infrastructure during a critical phase of growth. His innovative, scalable systems were instrumental in supporting Tesla’s expansion and are still considered foundational to the company’s operations today. This experience cemented his reputation as a technological visionary capable of building solutions that are both powerful and elegantly simple – qualities that define his speaking engagements.

Today, Jay Vijayan is a captivating keynote speaker, bringing a rare blend of entrepreneurial insight and technical mastery to global stages. His presentations explore how emerging technologies can transform industries, while also drawing on personal experience scaling some of the world’s most recognisable tech enterprises. Named a Tamil American Pioneer and featured in outlets like Forbes, Bloomberg, and The Economist, Jay continues to inspire audiences worldwide. Hire Jay Vijayan via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency to bring unparalleled expertise and inspiration to your next event.