Pushpraj Shukla

Pushpraj (Raj) Shukla has extensive work experience in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Pushpraj (Raj) is currently serving as the Senior Vice President of Engineering for SymphonyAI, where they are responsible for the AI strategy and execution. Pushpraj (Raj) is leading a team in building the Eureka AI platform and incubating new products, including the Generative AI Copilots.

Prior to their current role, Raj worked at Microsoft for several years. Pushpraj (Raj) served as the Partner Director, Head of AI/ML for Azure Business Apps, where they led a large team focused on applied AI/ML. Pushpraj (Raj) also held the role of Director of AI and Machine Learning for Dynamics 365, where they built and led a team responsible for self-serve prediction models and proactive insights. Raj's work at Microsoft also included roles such as Principal Data Science Manager and Principal/Staff Data Scientist, where they contributed to the development of enterprise AI solutions and prediction capabilities for Bing.

Before joining Microsoft, Raj worked at Kosmix (now Walmart Labs), where they were involved in ads monetization projects and developed models for click prediction and ads placement. Pushpraj (Raj) also gained research experience as a Research Intern at Bell Laboratories, where they worked on algorithms for streaming data problems.

Overall, Raj's work experience showcases their expertise in AI strategy, machine learning, large language models, and the development of AI solutions for various industries.

Pushpraj (Raj) Shukla completed their BTech in Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, from 2001 to 2005. Pushpraj (Raj) then pursued an MS in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Austin from 2005 to 2007.