Venkat Akkapeddi
About Venkat Akkapeddi
Venkat Akkapeddi is a Senior Director of Engineering and Site Leader in India, currently working at Backbase. He has over 19 years of experience in managing large-scale projects and driving digital transformation across various sectors.
Work at Backbase
Venkat Akkapeddi currently serves as the Senior Director of Engineering and Site Leader for India at Backbase. He has been with the company since 2022, initially taking on the role of Engineering Director before advancing to his current position in 2024. His responsibilities include overseeing engineering operations and leading teams in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Venkat's focus is on managing large-scale projects and driving digital transformation initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Venkat Akkapeddi holds a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from JNTUH College of Engineering Hyderabad. He also completed his schooling at St. Joseph's Public School. Venkat is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and an Agile coach, specializing in managing complex projects using agile methodologies and best practices. His educational background supports his extensive experience in the technology sector.
Background
Venkat Akkapeddi has over 19 years of experience in the technology industry, with a career that spans various roles and organizations. He began his career at Infosys Technologies Ltd, where he held multiple roles from 2006 to 2011. He has worked in various capacities, including Technical Project Manager at Virtusa in the United Kingdom and Associate Director at Coforge in Canada. His diverse background includes significant experience in project management and engineering leadership.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Venkat Akkapeddi has successfully managed numerous digital transformation programs across different domains and geographies. He has held key positions in various organizations, including Program Director at Coforge and Technical Program Manager at Verizon India. His ability to facilitate collaboration among stakeholders and manage proposals, contracts, budgets, and risks has contributed to his success in the field.