Vijayendra Shamanna
About Vijayendra Shamanna
Vijayendra Shamanna serves as the VP of AI Lab at Ushur, where he applies his extensive technical background in system software architecture and enterprise data technologies. He has held various leadership roles in technology companies and co-founded multiple startups, demonstrating a strong commitment to integrating AI/ML technologies into practical applications.
Current Role at Ushur
Vijayendra Shamanna serves as the Vice President of the AI Lab at Ushur, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on integrating advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies into enterprise applications. His work aims to enhance operational efficiencies and drive innovation within the company.
Previous Experience at Ushur
Prior to his current role, Vijayendra worked at Ushur as the Senior Director of Engineering and Data Science from 2018 to 2021. In this capacity, he led engineering initiatives and data science projects, contributing to the development of solutions that leverage AI and data analytics to improve customer experiences.
Technical Background and Expertise
Vijayendra possesses a deep technical background in system software architecture and enterprise data technologies. His expertise includes kernel development, embedded systems, and proficiency in operating systems such as Linux, Solaris, and Windows internals. He specializes in distributed storage solutions, including Ceph and HDFS, and has extensive knowledge of SSD and flash storage solutions, as well as storage virtualization.
Education and Academic Background
Vijayendra studied at Bangalore University, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Electronics from 1992 to 1996. His foundational education also includes attending Vijaya High School from 1988 to 1990, which provided him with early academic training before pursuing higher education.
Career History and Notable Positions
Vijayendra's career includes significant roles at various companies. He co-founded Zintrus and served as CTO from 2010 to 2014. He also held positions at Brocade Communications as Manager of Software Engineering from 2008 to 2010, and at Vexata as Senior Director of Engineering and India Site Head from 2015 to 2018. His experience spans over two decades in the technology sector, contributing to various innovations and engineering advancements.