Vishnu Ram Venkataraman
About Vishnu Ram Venkataraman
Vishnu Ram Venkataraman serves as the Vice President of Data Science and Engineering at Credit Karma, where he has held various engineering leadership roles since 2014. He has a diverse background in technology and engineering, with previous positions including CTO at Games24x7 and Nykaa, and co-founder of IMD Apparel Solutions.
Current Role at Credit Karma
Vishnu Ram Venkataraman holds the position of Vice President of Data Science and Engineering at Credit Karma, a role he has occupied since 2021. Prior to this, he served as Senior Director of Engineering at the same company starting in 2018. His tenure at Credit Karma reflects his extensive experience in engineering and data science, contributing to the company's mission to provide financial tools and resources to consumers.
Previous Experience in Technology Leadership
Vishnu Ram Venkataraman has held several key positions in technology leadership prior to his current role. He served as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Games24x7 from 2006 to 2009 and at Nykaa from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, he co-founded IMD Apparel Solutions Pvt Ltd, where he worked from 2010 to 2012. His experience spans various aspects of technology management and innovation in different sectors.
Educational Background
Vishnu Ram Venkataraman has a strong educational foundation in engineering and business. He earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in Metallurgical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, completing his studies from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, he studied at Vanderbilt University from 1997 to 1999.
Early Career and Professional Development
Vishnu Ram Venkataraman began his professional career in technology roles, including positions at SIFY as a Team Lead from 2001 to 2003 and at Covansys as an Associate Manager from 2005 to 2006. His early career experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent leadership roles in technology and engineering, contributing to his expertise in the field.