Bio

My journey began in Tiruchirappalli, a vibrant town in southern India, where sports played a significant role in shaping my early years. I thrived as a state champion in table tennis, earned a black belt in karate, and excelled in field hockey and cricket. These experiences instilled discipline, teamwork, and a drive for excellence. College marked a pivotal shift when I discovered my passion for technology. While pursuing a degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering, my initial interest in audio systems grew into a deeper fascination with microprocessor programming. Graduating among the top in my class, I found a solid foundation to pursue a career in technology and innovation.

Early in my career, I honed my expertise at Intel and Motorola, solving complex challenges in silicon software and embedded systems. At Oracle, I led innovations across compute, storage, and networking for cloud infrastructure, contributing to critical advancements in reliability, availability, and serviceability. Seeking a broader perspective, I pursued an MBA at UC Berkeley, blending my technical foundation with strategic business acumen. This pivot led me to strategy consulting for companies like Wells Fargo and HP, where I advised CxOs on enterprise transformation and business strategy. After a few years in consulting, I returned to my product roots, inspired by Cruise’s mission to enhance road safety through autonomous vehicles. At Cruise, I had the privilege of leading key initiatives in autonomous vehicle technology, overseeing the launch of AVs on public roads and addressing pivotal engineering and operational challenges.

Guided by an innate curiosity, a love for solving challenges, and a vision to make technology more impactful, I’ve embraced every step as a chance to innovate and grow. Each opportunity has been a moment to shape meaningful solutions.

When I'm not working, I love staying active—whether it's hiking, doing yoga, hitting the gym, or trying out some hip-hop dance moves. I’m into intermittent fasting, keeping my meals balanced, and tracking my sleep to stay on top of my health. To me, life’s all about finding that sweet spot between discipline and energy, staying balanced and feeling good.