Mr. Atirek Sharma currently working as Senior Vice President of Engineering, ApicalApps, Silicon Valley, is a seasoned technology executive with over two decades of distinguished experience in software engineering leadership and strategic consulting. With a career spanning multiple Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups, Mr. Sharma brings a rich blend of technical acumen, leadership depth, and innovation-driven mindset to academic engagement.
His professional journey includes leadership tenures at globally recognized organizations such as:
Hewlett-Packard
eBay
PayPal
LinkedIn
Gilead Sciences
Barracuda Networks
Agilent Technologies
Acxiom
NetScout Systems
Mr. Sharma has also been instrumental in the growth of several early-stage e-commerce ventures. In his current capacity at ApicalApps, he leads enterprise engineering teams delivering complex solutions to premier clients including Google and Palo Alto Networks.
His Areas of Expertise Include:
Artificial Intelligence, SaaS platforms, and distributed systems architecture
Cloud Infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure)
Data Strategy, Engineering & Analytics
Digital Transformation & Enterprise Technology Integration
Product Management, CRM & User-Centered Design
Agile Delivery, Program Governance & CX Optimization
Dean International Relations
Dr. Kiran Palla is a globally recognized academic and professional with extensive expertise in information technology and leadership. He holds prestigious certifications including ITIL V3, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), and advanced credentials in Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Salesforce, and Splunk.
His leadership philosophy integrates technical excellence with emotional intelligence, enabling him to:
Drive impactful results while nurturing team development
Balance strategic vision with tactical execution
Foster innovation while ensuring practical outcomes
Provide clear direction through collaborative engagement
Drawing from his journey as an international student and professional, Dr. Palla is deeply committed to empowering the next generation of IT leaders. He actively contributes to academic and professional development by offering strategic career guidance, sharing insights on international opportunities, and building bridges between academic achievement and industry success.