S Pavankumar Dubagunta
About S Pavankumar Dubagunta
S Pavankumar Dubagunta is a Staff AI Scientist specializing in Speech at Uniphore, with over a decade of experience in Speech and Audio Processing. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from EPFL and has previously worked at notable institutions including Google, IIT Madras, and SAMSUNG R&D.
Current Role at Uniphore
S Pavankumar Dubagunta serves as a Staff AI Scientist in the Speech division at Uniphore. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the field of Conversational AI. His work focuses on advancements in speech technology, leveraging his extensive background in speech and audio processing.
Previous Experience in Research and Development
Prior to his current role, Dubagunta accumulated significant experience in research and development. He worked as a Research Intern at Google in Zurich for two months in 2020. He also served as a Research Assistant at Idiap Research Institute from 2017 to 2021, and as a Research and Teaching Assistant at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras from 2011 to 2013.
Educational Background
Dubagunta earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Andhra University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2010. He furthered his education at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, where he obtained a Master of Science by Research in Electrical Engineering from 2011 to 2013. He also achieved a PhD in Electrical Engineering from EPFL, studying from 2017 to 2021.
Expertise in Speech and Audio Processing
With a decade of experience, Dubagunta specializes in Speech and Audio Processing, as well as Speech Recognition. His strong interest in Deep Learning, Machine Learning, and Signal Processing enhances his capabilities in these fields. His expertise has been instrumental in driving advancements in conversational AI technologies.
Career Timeline and Key Positions
Dubagunta's career includes various key positions in notable organizations. He worked as a Senior Speech Engineer at Genesys | Interactive Intelligence from 2015 to 2017 and held roles at SAMSUNG R&D Institute India as a Senior Software Engineer and Lead Engineer in 2013 and 2015, respectively. His diverse experience spans multiple countries, including India and Switzerland.