The rise of Indians in the tech and digital world continues, as Anutthara Bharadwaj, a computer science graduate from Bengaluru, has been appointed as the President of Atlassian Corporation, a California-based tech firm. Bharadwaj, who now resides in San Francisco, graduated from the RV College of Engineering in 2003, and has since made a name for herself in the industry.
Prior to joining Atlassian in 2014, Bharadwaj had been a part of Microsoft, where she launched several products for Microsoft Visual Studio. According to her profile on the company website, she is also a member of OutSystem's board of directors and serves as the director of Atlassian Foundation.
Bharadwaj is known for her leadership skills and has been instrumental in leading transformation initiatives across product lines at Atlassian. She has worked on enterprise business, cloud platform teams and operations, and her contributions to the company have been recognized and praised by co-founder Mike Cannon-Brookes.
Cannon-Brookes said that Anu had an extraordinary impact on Atlassian for the past nine years. He added that she was a force of nature with a strong inclination to take action and the ability to lead teams at scale, which enhanced Atlassian's culture of innovation. He further stated that Anu's expanded scope would enable them to work even more closely as they continue to serve their customers and assist them in unlocking the potential of every team.
Bharadwaj's appointment as President of Atlassian Corporation is not only a significant achievement for her but also for the Indian tech community. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and talent of Indian tech professionals and their contribution to the industry's growth.
In recent years, India has emerged as a hub for tech innovation and talent, with many companies setting up offices in India or hiring Indian talent for their businesses. The Indian government has also taken steps to encourage and support tech startups in the country, creating an ecosystem that fosters innovation and growth.
As Indians continue to make their mark in the tech world, Bharadwaj's appointment is a shining example of the immense potential that Indian talent holds in the industry. Her appointment is sure to inspire many young tech professionals in India to pursue their dreams and make their way to the top of the tech world.
