Raviraja Saligrama
About Raviraja Saligrama
Raviraja Saligrama is a Senior Program Manager specializing in cloud solutions at MetricStream, with extensive experience in software development and cloud infrastructure management. He has a background in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering and has held various roles in notable companies, including Accenture and iGATE.
Current Role at MetricStream
Raviraja Saligrama serves as a Senior Program Manager in the Cloud division at MetricStream since 2021. In this role, he focuses on overseeing cloud-related projects and initiatives. His responsibilities include managing cloud infrastructure and ensuring the seamless deployment of SaaS applications. He also emphasizes the importance of user experience in accessing cloud assets.
Previous Experience at Accenture India
Prior to joining MetricStream, Raviraja worked at Accenture India as an Application Development Manager from 2004 to 2020. During his 16-year tenure, he managed significant projects, including the decommissioning of private data centers and the consolidation of assets into a single public cloud infrastructure. He led initiatives for cloud modernization and customer migration to AWS, focusing on standardization and cost optimization.
Early Career at Bangalore Softsell Ltd and iGATE
Raviraja began his career as a Software Developer at Bangalore Softsell Ltd from 2000 to 2003, where he contributed to software development projects. He then transitioned to iGATE, where he continued as a Software Developer for one year in 2003-2004. These early roles laid the foundation for his expertise in software development and cloud technologies.
Education and Expertise in Engineering
Raviraja Saligrama earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from The National Institute of Engineering in Mysore, Karnataka. He studied there from 1995 to 1999. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in cloud technologies and software development.
Cloud Infrastructure Management and Cost Optimization
In his professional roles, Raviraja has implemented various strategies for cloud infrastructure management. He has led initiatives that resulted in substantial cost savings, approximately $0.6 million annually, through optimization efforts. His work also includes conducting vulnerability assessments and initiating infrastructure automation, which reduced manual efforts and costs associated with cloud management.