Bharath Silagani
About Bharath Silagani
Bharath Silagani serves as the Community Manager for Chainlink Labs in India and has extensive experience in community development and technology management. He has held various roles at Google and other organizations, focusing on empowering developers and fostering inclusive tech ecosystems.
Work at Chainlink Labs
Bharath Silagani serves as the Community Manager for India at Chainlink Labs, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on building and nurturing an inclusive ecosystem for Chainlink enthusiasts and developers across India. His previous experience at Chainlink Labs included a prior stint as Community Manager from 2021 to 2022. His work emphasizes community engagement and support for developers utilizing Chainlink technology.
Experience with Google Developers Group Hyderabad
Bharath has been actively involved with the Google Developers Group in Hyderabad since 2011, where he currently holds the position of Community Lead. He also serves as a Community Organizer for Google Cloud, a role he has maintained since 2018. His long-term commitment to this group highlights his dedication to fostering a collaborative environment for developers in the region.
Previous Roles at Google via Serco
Bharath has held multiple positions at Google via Serco. He worked as a Senior Technology Analyst for three months in 2013 and later transitioned to roles including Assistant Operations Lead for two months in 2014 and Operations Lead from 2014 to 2015. His experience in these roles contributed to his understanding of technology operations and management.
Educational Background
Bharath Silagani earned his Engineer's degree in Computer Science from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. He also holds certifications in IBM Blockchain Essentials and IBM Blockchain Foundation Developer, which reflect his commitment to staying current in blockchain technology.
Community Building and Leadership Experience
With over 12 years of experience in building tech communities, Bharath has developed core competencies in various areas including program management, community partnership development, and event management. His leadership roles in organizations such as IEEE, where he served as Chairman of the Website Committee and as a member of the MGA SAC Awards Ad-hoc Committee, demonstrate his commitment to empowering developers and fostering collaboration within the tech community.