Ambica Raina
About Ambica Raina
Ambica Raina serves as the Head of Quality at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, a position she has held since 2018. She has extensive experience in quality assurance and engineering across several technology companies, including VMware and Sun Microsystems.
Current Role at Broad Institute
Ambica Raina serves as the Head of Quality at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to quality assurance and operational excellence within the organization. Her role involves overseeing quality processes and ensuring that standards are met across various projects and initiatives.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to her current role, Ambica Raina worked at several notable companies in quality assurance positions. She was a QA Lead at Leostream Corp from 2008 to 2010 and held the same title at Sun Microsystems from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, she served as a Senior Manager in Quality Engineering at VMware for eight months in 2012 to 2013 and as Director of QA & Engineering Operations at Infinio Systems from 2013 to 2014.
Expertise in Cloud Computing and Agile Methodologies
Ambica Raina possesses expertise in cloud computing and agile methodologies, which are essential in modern software development and quality assurance practices. Her background in these areas enhances her ability to lead quality initiatives effectively and adapt to evolving technological landscapes.
Educational Background in Engineering
Ambica Raina earned a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a focus on Electronics and Telecommunications from Cummins College of Engineering. This educational foundation supports her technical skills and knowledge in the field of quality assurance and software engineering.
Experience in Software as a Service (SaaS)
Ambica Raina has developed skills in Software as a Service (SaaS) throughout her career. This experience is critical in understanding the unique challenges and quality requirements associated with SaaS products, which are increasingly prevalent in the technology industry.