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Mala Benn

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Head of Engineering at Genio
📍 Skipton, England, United Kingdom

Mala is a veteran technology leader with nearly 25 years of industry experience, currently serving as the Head of Engineering at EdTech company Genio. A University of Manchester graduate and Certified SAFe 6 Agilist, she is often described by colleagues as exceptionally organized, driven, and dynamic.

She is a prominent advocate for diversity and inclusion within the tech industry, frequently speaking on panels and at events that support women in technology and guide newcomers. Mala is deeply involved in the Leeds tech community, participating in and hosting local meetups and festivals.

She was shortlisted for Team Leader of the Year in the 2025 Women in Tech Excellence Awards.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Head of Engineering
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Skipton, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Women in Tech
Actively participates as a panelist and speaker at multiple events celebrating and supporting women in the technology sector, such as Ada Lovelace Day.
Engineering Culture
Writes publicly about the importance of team culture, highlighting successful strategies from team away days focused on engagement, camaraderie, and aligning on shared goals.
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Career

Work history

8-2024
Head of Engineering
Genio
4-2024 - 8-2024
Engineering Manager
Genio
12-2021 - 4-2024
Head of Software Engineering
Sky
2-2021 - 1-2022
Transformation Manager
Sky
11-2019 - 2-2021
Scrum Master Chapter Lead
Sky
In the press

Media appearances

Genio (formerly Glean) Engineering away day: a winning .... Featured in Genio Blog
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Education
1998 - 2001
Bsc
The University of Manchester
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