Sama Rao
About Sama Rao
Sama Rao is a Senior Solutions Consultant at Unbabel, where he leads enterprise deal cycles and manages multi-million dollar inquiries. He has a background in software engineering and development, having worked at Salesforce in various roles from 2016 to 2023.
Current Role at Unbabel
Sama Rao serves as a Senior Solutions Consultant at Unbabel, a position held since 2023. In this role, Rao leads the pre-sales process in the United States, being the sole Senior Solutions Consultant in the region. Responsibilities include managing multi-million dollar Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and addressing security and compliance inquiries. Rao also leads enterprise deal cycles with Fortune 100 companies, ensuring that Unbabel's solutions meet client needs.
Previous Experience at Salesforce
Rao has extensive experience at Salesforce, where he worked in various roles from 2016 to 2023. He began as a Software Engineering Intern in 2016, followed by another internship in 2017. From 2018 to 2021, Rao served as a Frontend Developer, contributing to projects in San Francisco. He then progressed to the role of Senior Solutions Engineer from 2021 to 2023, where he further developed his expertise in solutions consulting.
Internship Experience
Before his tenure at Salesforce, Sama Rao gained valuable experience through internships. In 2015, he interned at EmbraceHer Innovations for three months in the San Francisco Bay Area. He also completed an internship with the U.S. House of Representatives in 2016, where he worked for three months in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, he served as a Data Ambassador at DataKind SF/Bay Area in 2020 for four months.
Education and Academic Background
Sama Rao studied at Georgetown University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mathematics and Statistics. Prior to attending Georgetown, he completed his secondary education at Palo Alto High School. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his analytical and problem-solving skills in the technology sector.
Contributions to AI Product Development
At Unbabel, Sama Rao plays a significant role in shaping the company's AI product roadmap. He provides structured feedback and insights based on customer interactions, contributing to the development and enhancement of Unbabel's AI solutions. This involvement highlights his commitment to aligning product offerings with client needs and market demands.