Mahesh Ramachandra
About Mahesh Ramachandra
Mahesh Ramachandra is the Global Head of Information Technology at BrowserStack, with extensive experience in IT leadership and digital transformation.
Current Role at BrowserStack
Mahesh Ramachandra currently holds the position of Global Head of Information Technology at BrowserStack. He operates in a hybrid capacity based in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience to oversee IT operations on a global scale, ensuring the alignment of IT strategy with business objectives.
Past Experience at Pegasystems
From 2019 to 2021, Mahesh Ramachandra worked at Pegasystems as the Senior Director of IT for the India and APAC regions. Based in the Hyderabad Area, India, he played a pivotal role in managing and directing IT operations, focusing on enhancing the technological infrastructure within these regional divisions.
Education and Certifications
Mahesh Ramachandra's educational background is extensive. He completed the CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER (CIO) program from Carnegie Mellon University - Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy in 2024. In 2021, he attended the Stanford University Graduate School of Business and completed The Emerging COO: Driving Innovation and Operational Excellence Program. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Ferguson Degree College, obtained between 1996 and 1999. Additionally, he completed his Higher Secondary education at Kendriya Vidyalaya from 1994 to 1996.
Specialized Expertise in IT Leadership
With extensive experience in building and leading Global IT Centers of Excellence (GCoE’s / GCC), Mahesh Ramachandra specializes in providing IT strategy, business leadership, and tactical direction. His professional forte includes a strong focus on digital transformations and innovation, effectively mentoring project and cross-functional teams, and fostering cultures of excellence within teams. His leadership style is characterized by a transformational and growth mindset.
Professional Journey and Positions Held
Mahesh Ramachandra has held several key positions in his career. At JDA Software, he was the Director of ITG from 2014 to 2019, where he directed IT strategy and execution. Between 2011 and 2014, he served as a Senior Manager at McAfee, leading IT operations in the Bengaluru Area. From 2009 to 2011, he was a Support Engineering Manager at Microsoft. His earlier roles include Service Delivery Program Manager at Unisys, Project Manager at Vmoksha Technologies, and Program Leader at Microland. He began his career as a Technical Support Specialist at Sutherland Technologies and a System Administrator at Netx’s Information Technologies.