Akshay Megharaj
About Akshay Megharaj
Akshay Megharaj is a Co-Founder of Wuri, an AI-driven platform that converts web stories into audio-visual novels. He has a background in software engineering with experience at several notable companies, including Flipkart, VMware, Dunzo, and Swiggy.
Work at Wuri
Akshay Megharaj currently serves as a Co-Founder at Wuri, a company that is part of the Y Combinator Winter 2024 batch. He has been with Wuri since 2023, working on-site in San Francisco, California. The company focuses on innovative solutions in the tech space, including the development of an AI browser that converts web stories into audio-visual novels.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Wuri, Akshay Megharaj accumulated extensive experience in the tech industry. He worked at Flipkart as a Software Engineer from 2020 to 2022 in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Prior to that, he was employed at Dunzo as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020, and at Swiggy for one year as a Software Engineer from 2017 to 2018, both also in Bengaluru. His career began at VMware, where he served as a Member of Technical Staff for one year in 2015-2016 in the Bengaluru Area.
Education and Expertise
Akshay Megharaj holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons.) degree in Computer Science from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in software engineering and technical skills, which he has applied throughout his career in various tech roles.
Experience in Tech Ecosystems
Akshay Megharaj has experience working in both Indian and US tech ecosystems. This diverse background has provided him with insights into different market dynamics and technological advancements, enhancing his ability to contribute effectively in various roles within the tech industry.