Shankar Ram A
About Shankar Ram A
Shankar Ram A is the Chief Product Officer at StayQrious, where he has worked since 2020. He has a diverse background in product management and engineering, with previous roles at BYJU'S and Cisco Systems, and a strong focus on innovative educational solutions.
Work at StayQrious
Shankar Ram A serves as the Chief Product Officer at StayQrious, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on product development and innovation within the organization. His leadership is instrumental in shaping the company's educational offerings. Shankar participated in Y Combinator's Winter 2020 batch, which provided significant exposure and resources to enhance StayQrious's product strategy.
Previous Experience at BYJU'S
Shankar Ram A has extensive experience at BYJU'S (Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd.), where he held several key positions. He worked as a Principal Product Manager from 2017 to 2018, followed by a role as Senior Product Manager from 2015 to 2017. He later advanced to Senior Director - Product and Innovation from 2018 to 2019. His tenure at BYJU'S involved leading product initiatives and driving innovation in educational technology.
Educational Background
Shankar Ram A completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Instrumentation and Control at the National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli from 2007 to 2011. This educational foundation provided him with the technical skills necessary for his career in product management and engineering.
Career in Engineering and Startups
Shankar Ram A began his career as an Engineer IT at Cisco Systems, where he worked from 2011 to 2013. He also held engineering positions at Hachi Labs in 2013 and Flagstone Reinsurance Holdings Ltd. as an intern in 2010. Additionally, he co-founded 71 Ways, a startup, from 2013 to 2014, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and experience in building teams and products.
Expertise in Educational Innovation
Shankar Ram A is recognized for his expertise in integrating content, technology, and design to enhance educational experiences. He has a background in reimagining education at scale through innovative approaches, which has been a significant focus throughout his career.