Shantharam Dravida, Ph. D.
About Shantharam Dravida, Ph. D.
Shantharam Dravida, Ph. D., is a Senior Manager of Data Engineering at Credit Karma, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in data science and engineering, having held various positions at notable companies including HARTFORD INSURANCE, Wells Fargo, and Bank of America.
Current Role at Credit Karma
Shantharam Dravida serves as the Senior Manager of Data Engineering at Credit Karma, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing data engineering projects and leading a team to enhance data processing and analytics capabilities. His work supports Credit Karma's mission to provide users with financial insights and tools. He operates within the Charlotte Metro area, contributing to the company's growth and innovation in the financial technology sector.
Previous Experience at Hartford Insurance
Prior to his current role, Shantharam Dravida worked at Hartford Insurance as a Director and Data Scientist for a brief period in 2017. His tenure lasted seven months and took place in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. During this time, he focused on leveraging data analytics to drive business decisions and improve operational efficiency within the organization.
Experience at Wells Fargo
Shantharam Dravida held multiple positions at Wells Fargo, contributing to the company's data science and engineering initiatives. He served as a Data Science Engineering Manager from 2019 to 2021, where he managed engineering teams and projects. Before that, he worked as an Application Systems Engineer from 2017 to 2019, focusing on application development and data solutions. His roles at Wells Fargo spanned a total of four years in the Charlotte, North Carolina area.
Background at Dassault Systèmes
From 2007 to 2014, Shantharam Dravida worked at Dassault Systèmes as an Engineering Specialist. His seven-year tenure involved applying engineering principles and data analysis to support product development and innovation. This experience laid a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in data science and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Shantharam Dravida earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering from the University of Mississippi, where he studied from 2001 to 2007. His academic background has equipped him with advanced knowledge and skills in engineering and data analysis, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles within the financial and technology sectors.