Pratyush Kotturu, Ph.D.
Current Position
Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Vice President, Head of Platform Solutions & Governance at BDIPlus
Professional Experience
Dr. Pratyush Kotturu has held several influential positions within BDIPlus and other organizations over his career:
- Chief Technology Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, and Vice President, Head of Platform Solutions & Governance at BDIPlus (2019 - Present)
- Serving as the CTO since 2019, Dr. Kotturu leads the technology strategy and client service initiatives.
- Became the Chief Information Security Officer in 2021, focusing on the security aspects of the company’s technological infrastructure.
- Heads the Platform Solutions & Governance, providing oversight and strategic direction.
- Director, Product Engineering and Management at BDIPlus (April 2019)
- Initially responsible for product engineering, architectural support, development, and close work with product teams.
- Senior Manager, Machine Learning and Cloud Platforms for American Express (2017 - 2019)
- Led initiatives in machine learning and cloud platforms, improving technological efficiencies and innovations.
- Programmer Analyst - Senior Level for IPolarity LLC (2015 - 2017)
- Involved in advanced programming analytics and developing technical solutions for complex problems.
- Graduate and Research Assistant at Texas A&M University-Commerce (2007 - 2017)
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology (Cognitive Science) from Texas A&M University-Commerce (2014)
- Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from Texas A&M University-Commerce (2009)
- B.Tech in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (2006)
- 12th Grade at Gowtham Junior College Vijayawada in the field of MPC (2002)
Certifications
- AWS Technical Professional from Amazon Web Services (AWS) (2020)
- User Experience Design Fundamentals from Udemy (2015)
- How to use user testing to create great digital products from Udemy (2015)
- Power Searching with Google from Google (2012)
Achievements and Contributions
- Driving Force Behind Technological Advancements: Dr. Kotturu has played a crucial role in technological innovations at BDIPlus, demonstrating vision, dedication, and expertise.
- Leadership in Challenging Times: Noted for his resilience in navigating challenges and inspiring the team to strive for excellence and push boundaries.
- Development of Data Science and DevOps Teams: Leading the Engineering and Product teams across the US and India, pioneering work in Augmented Analytics and Micro Services.
- Celebration of Milestones: Celebrated his fifth work anniversary at BDIPlus in 2024, marking significant contributions to the company’s growth and success.
Recent Activities
- Speaker at AI Days 2025: Serving as an advisor and sharing knowledge on advancements in AI and Machine Learning.
Notable Recognition
- Employee Acknowledgements: Recognized for his leadership and technical skills, receiving commendations from colleagues and the broader professional community.
Professional Character
Dr. Pratyush Kotturu is recognized as a visionary leader who continually drives technological advancements and fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation within BDIPlus. His ability to handle complex technical challenges and leadership in data science and DevOps is instrumental in propelling the company forward.
