Akshat Verma
About Akshat Verma
Akshat Verma is a Manager of Engineering and R&D at Acquia, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in PHP and Drupal development, with previous roles at eClinicalWorks and Saint-Gobain INDEC, and holds a certification in Prince2 Practitioner.
Current Role at Acquia
Akshat Verma serves as the Manager of Engineering and R&D at Acquia, a position he has held since 2022. Based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, he oversees engineering projects and research initiatives within the organization. His role involves managing teams and ensuring the successful delivery of projects, particularly those related to Drupal and Acquia Cloud.
Previous Experience at eClinicalWorks
Prior to his current role, Akshat worked as a Developer specializing in PHP and Drupal at eClinicalWorks from 2014 to 2016. During his two years in this position, he contributed to various projects that enhanced the company's software offerings. His experience in this role laid a foundation for his future work in engineering and development.
Professional Background in Project Management
Akshat has a solid background in project management, having worked as a Project Manager at Saint-Gobain INDEC from 2016 to 2022. In this role, he focused on Drupal and Web Factory service delivery, managing teams and projects effectively for six years. His experience in leading teams on lead-generating sites and eCommerce platforms has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current managerial position.
Education and Expertise
Akshat holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology from Finolex Academy of Management and Technology, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education with an Integrated Program in Business Analytics at the Indian Institute of Management, Indore, from 2021 to 2022. He possesses expertise in Drupal versions 7, 8, and 9, as well as Acquia Cloud, and holds a Prince2 Practitioner certification from Axelos.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to his professional roles, Akshat co-founded a startup company named BitBrothers with a friend. This venture reflects his entrepreneurial spirit and interest in developing innovative solutions within the technology sector.