Manyam Mallela
About Manyam Mallela
Manyam Mallela is the Co-Founder and Head of AI at Blueshift, where he has worked since 2014. He has a background in engineering and computer science, with previous roles at Kosmix and IBM, and has contributed to AI/ML systems and large language model development.
Work at Blueshift
Manyam Mallela serves as Co-Founder and Head of AI at Blueshift, a position he has held since 2014. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to building end-to-end AI and machine learning systems. His focus includes developing algorithms, automation processes, and promoting the adoption of AI technologies. Mallela has contributed to significant projects, including joint work with AWS to enhance catalog recommendations through the use of large language models and multi-modal embeddings.
Education and Expertise
Manyam Mallela holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied from 2001 to 2003. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation in computer science, which he applies in his current role in AI and machine learning.
Background
Mallela has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles in technology and engineering. He was the first employee and Director of Engineering at Kosmix from 2005 to 2011, which was later acquired by Walmart and became Walmart Labs. He also gained experience as a Summer Intern at IBM Corporation's Almaden Research Center in 2001 and at XEROX PARC in 2003.
Achievements
Manyam Mallela has made significant contributions to the field of AI and machine learning. He has developed large-scale AutoML systems for likelihood estimations and personalized ranking functions using Learning to Rank algorithms. Additionally, he is working on creating large language model agents aimed at automating campaign journey creation, performance measurement, and optimization. His previous experience includes being a Senior Director of Engineering at Walmart Labs and founding Groupon Goods (Mertado).
Angel Investor and Advisor Experience
Since 2011, Manyam Mallela has been active as an Angel Investor and Advisor in the San Francisco Bay Area. His experience in technology and engineering allows him to provide valuable insights and support to startups and emerging companies. This role complements his work in AI and machine learning, as he leverages his expertise to foster innovation in the tech industry.