Vengal Darapaneni
About Vengal Darapaneni
Vengal Darapaneni serves as the Head of Program Management for Customer Success at Versa Networks, where he has worked since 2019. He has a background in software engineering and management, with expertise in Agile methodologies and a history of leadership roles at companies like Juniper Networks and Coraid.
Work at Versa Networks
Vengal Darapaneni serves as the Head of Program Management, Customer Success at Versa Networks since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing program management initiatives and ensuring customer satisfaction. His leadership focuses on delivering operational efficiencies and strategic planning to enhance customer experiences. His tenure at Versa Networks has been marked by a commitment to innovation and high performance within software teams.
Previous Experience at Juniper Networks
Before joining Versa Networks, Vengal Darapaneni worked at Juniper Networks as the Director of Software Engineering from 2003 to 2012. During his nine years in this role, he contributed to various software engineering projects and initiatives in Sunnyvale, CA. His experience at Juniper Networks helped him develop a strong foundation in software development and team leadership.
Background in Software Engineering
Vengal Darapaneni has a diverse background in software engineering, having worked at KLA Tencor as a Senior Software Engineer from 1999 to 2000. He also held the position of Senior Director of Engineering at Coraid from 2012 to 2015. His roles in these companies involved managing engineering teams and delivering solutions tailored for large service providers and enterprise customers.
Education and Expertise
Vengal Darapaneni holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering from Manipal Institute of Technology and a Master of Science (M.S.) from the University of New Haven. His educational background supports his expertise in test-driven development, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and continuous integration. He specializes in a range of technologies, including Cloud Storage, Network Security, and Big Data.
Strategic Planning and Team Building
Vengal Darapaneni possesses strong strategic planning abilities and operational skills. He has a proven track record in building high-performance software teams focused on innovation. His experience includes delivering solutions that enhance efficiencies for large service providers and enterprise customers, demonstrating his capability in managing complex engineering projects.