Somi Budhagoda
About Somi Budhagoda
Somi Budhagoda is a Manager of Product Management at Cambia Health Solutions, with a strong background in product development and agile methodologies. He has held various roles in notable companies such as Xerox and Ellucian, and possesses advanced degrees in Computer Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology and the University of Arizona.
Work at Cambia Health Solutions
Currently, Somi Budhagoda serves as the Manager of Product Management at Cambia Health Solutions, a position held since 2020 in the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing product management strategies and leading teams to enhance product offerings. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Product Manager at Cambia Health Solutions from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to product development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Somi Budhagoda holds a Master's Degree in Computer Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2003 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Arizona, completing his studies from 1999 to 2002. His educational background supports his extensive experience in agile product development and the software development life cycle.
Background
Somi Budhagoda has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles within the technology sector. His career began with a co-op position as a Junior Programmer at GE Power in 2004. He then progressed through several positions at Xerox A4 Acquired Partnered Products, including Software Engineer, Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Software Program Manager from 2005 to 2017. He also served as a Product Manager at Ellucian for one year in 2017 to 2018.
Achievements
Somi Budhagoda has a proven track record of creating and executing market-driven product roadmaps from inception to launch. He is recognized for his ability to lead teams effectively and for his strong communication skills, which contribute to successful project completion. His transition from software development to product management showcases his adaptability and understanding of both B2B and B2C product development.