Shanthala Rao
About Shanthala Rao
Shanthala Rao serves as the Chief Digital Development Officer at Primerica, where she leads the establishment of a Cloud platform initiative and Microservices architecture. With over 20 years of experience in technology, she has held various leadership roles at Primerica and is committed to mentoring emerging talent in the field.
Work at Primerica
Shanthala Rao currently serves as the Chief Digital Development Officer at Primerica, a position held since 2023. Prior to this role, she worked as Senior Vice President of Application Development from 2020 to 2023, and as Vice President from 2016 to 2020. In her current role, she is leading the establishment of a Cloud platform initiative and Microservices architecture. She is responsible for the Application Architecture, Application Development, and Maintenance of Primerica’s mobile and web portal. Rao has also led the execution of Primerica's mobile initiative, which focused on delivering hybrid mobile applications to agents.
Education and Expertise
Shanthala Rao holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from Marquette University, which she completed between 1994 and 1995. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from SJCE in Mysore. With over 20 years of experience in the technology industry, Rao specializes in architecting and implementing complex strategic initiatives. Her expertise includes interfacing with DevOps and QA teams to automate processes, as well as discussing technology capabilities and risks with senior executives and other stakeholders.
Background
Shanthala Rao has a diverse background in technology, having accumulated significant experience over two decades. Her career includes various leadership roles at Primerica, where she has contributed to the development of mobile and web applications. She has a strong foundation in engineering and computer science, which supports her current initiatives in digital development and cloud technology. Rao's work environment fosters mentorship and growth for emerging technologists.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Shanthala Rao has achieved notable milestones in technology development. She has successfully led the implementation of Primerica's mobile initiative, which provided agents with hybrid mobile applications. Her current responsibilities include overseeing the establishment of a Cloud platform initiative and Microservices architecture, reflecting her commitment to advancing technology solutions within the organization. Rao's leadership has also focused on creating an environment that nurtures emerging talent in the technology sector.