Harish Sarma
About Harish Sarma
Harish Sarma is the Director of Software Engineering at Blue River Technology, specializing in web technologies, UI frameworks, and database systems. He has over 15 years of experience in project management and technical expertise, having held leadership roles at several technology companies including Motorola Mobile Devices and Light.
Current Role at Blue River Technology
Harish Sarma serves as the Director of Software Engineering at Blue River Technology, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on leading software development initiatives and overseeing engineering teams. His leadership emphasizes the importance of small, skilled teams that can deliver high-quality software solutions.
Previous Experience at Motorola Mobile Devices
Prior to his current role, Harish Sarma worked at Motorola Mobile Devices as the Director of Engineering for System Software related to Google Android Products from 2003 to 2012. During his nine years there, he contributed to the development and management of software systems, enhancing the company's Android offerings.
Education and Expertise
Harish Sarma holds a Master's degree in Computer Engineering from Penn State University, where he studied from 1989 to 1992. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from the Florida Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 1982 to 1987. His educational background supports his expertise in web technologies, UI frameworks, and database systems.
Leadership and Team Development
Harish Sarma has a strong focus on staffing, employee development, and retention within engineering teams. He believes that small, talented teams are more effective than larger, unfocused groups. His leadership style aims to ensure that teams consistently outperform expectations through targeted development and support.
Career Progression and Other Roles
Throughout his career, Harish Sarma has held various significant positions. He was the VP of Software Engineering at Light from 2017 to 2022 and co-founded Cloudleaf Inc, serving as VP from 2014 to 2017. He also worked as an Architect at Zaplet from 2000 to 2003. His diverse roles have contributed to his extensive experience in project management and technical leadership.