Srinivasa Rao Makkapati
About Srinivasa Rao Makkapati
Srinivasa Rao Makkapati is the Associate Vice President of Telekom Connectivity at Deutsche Telekom, with extensive experience in managing global delivery teams and projects across various industries.
Current Role at T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd.
Srinivasa Rao Makkapati currently holds the position of Associate Vice President, Telekom Connectivity at Deutsche Telekom, within T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd. His role involves overseeing connectivity solutions and managing strategic initiatives that align with the company's objectives in the telecommunications sector. He has been with the organization since 2023.
Previous Experience in Technology Management
Prior to his current role, Srinivasa Rao Makkapati worked at T-Systems ICT India Pvt. Ltd. as a Senior Partner Manager in the Innovation Hub for a duration of 10 months. He also served as Vice President and Global Business Leader for the AUTOSAR Practice at KPIT from 2021 to 2022. His extensive experience includes significant positions at Infosys, where he held various roles including Practice Head and Senior Project Manager.
Educational Background in Engineering
Srinivasa Rao Makkapati earned his M.Tech in Communications Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, where he studied from 1994 to 1996. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka, completed between 1987 and 1991. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in technology and engineering.
Expertise in Technology and Project Management
Srinivasa Rao Makkapati possesses extensive experience in managing global delivery teams and projects across various industries, including Automotive, IoT, and Defense Electronics Systems. He has demonstrated expertise in defining technology roadmaps and architecture for complex programs. His leadership in initiatives such as the Gateway Software Development and RDK Factory at Deutsche Telekom highlights his capabilities in innovation and technology management.
Career Progression and Key Roles
Throughout his career, Srinivasa Rao Makkapati has held numerous positions that reflect his growth in the technology sector. He began his career as a Deputy Engineer at Bharat Electronics and progressed to Senior Engineer. His roles at Infosys included Senior Technical Architect and Practice Head, showcasing his advancement in technical leadership. His tenure at Hitachi Micro Systems further solidified his expertise in design and engineering.