Krishna Puttaswamy
Principal Engineer | Mountain View, California, United States
Professional Overview
Krishna Puttaswamy is a seasoned technology leader with a strong background in software engineering, machine learning infrastructure, and cloud computing. As a Principal Engineer at Databricks, he is responsible for driving the technical strategy and execution of cutting-edge data and AI solutions for the company's enterprise customers.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As a Principal Engineer at Databricks, Krishna is instrumental in shaping the technical direction of the company's product offerings. He leads cross-functional teams in the design, development, and deployment of scalable and robust data infrastructure and machine learning pipelines. Krishna's deep expertise in big data technologies, distributed systems, and cloud computing enables him to deliver innovative solutions that drive business value for Databricks' clients.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Databricks, Krishna held senior engineering roles at leading technology companies. He served as a Distinguished Engineer at Uber, where he was responsible for building mission-critical data platforms and machine learning systems. As a Senior Staff Engineer at Airbnb, Krishna led the development of the company's machine learning infrastructure, enabling data-driven decision-making and personalized experiences for Airbnb's global user base. Earlier in his career, Krishna contributed to the data and cloud computing initiatives at LinkedIn, Alcatel-Lucent Bell Labs, and Microsoft Research.
Academic Background
Krishna holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where his research focused on cloud computing and distributed systems. He also has a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Surathkal, India.
Areas of Expertise
- Big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop, Kafka)
- Distributed systems and cloud computing
- Machine learning and artificial intelligence
- Data infrastructure and pipeline design
- Software architecture and engineering best practices
- Agile project management and team leadership
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Krishna has made significant contributions to the field of data and AI engineering. He has authored numerous publications in leading academic journals and conferences, and his work has been recognized with industry awards and patents. Krishna's expertise and innovative problem-solving skills have enabled him to drive transformative initiatives that have positively impacted the operations and performance of the organizations he has served.
Conclusion
With his extensive technical expertise, proven leadership abilities, and a passion for driving data-driven innovation, Krishna Puttaswamy is poised to continue making a significant impact in the technology industry. As a Principal Engineer at Databricks, he is well-positioned to shape the future of data and AI solutions, empowering organizations to unlock the full potential of their data assets.
