Rajesh Uppalapati is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Nykaa, a leading consumer technology platform. With nearly two decades of experience at Amazon and a recent tenure as Vice President of Product Engineering at Intuit, Rajesh brings a wealth of knowledge in building world-class products and platforms. His leadership is set to drive Nykaa's technological advancements, focusing on security, accessibility, and personalization to enhance the consumer experience.
Who is the CTO of Nykaa?
With a robust background in technology, Rajesh Uppalapati brings over two decades of experience to his role as Chief Technology Officer at Nykaa. A computer science graduate from the University of Arizona, Rajesh spent nearly 20 years at Amazon, where he held various roles across Seattle, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, focusing on enhancing consumer-centric experiences.
Before joining Nykaa, he served as Vice President of Product Engineering at Intuit. Rajesh is known for his commitment to building platforms that prioritize security, accessibility, and personalization, aiming to create a more immersive shopping experience for Nykaa’s consumers.
Work History
- Nykaa - Chief Product And Technology Officer (November 2022 to Present)
- Intuit - Vice President of Product Engineering (April 2021 to November 2022)
- Amazon - Director / Head of Engineering - Consumer Reach & Engagement (February 2017 to April 2021)
- Amazon - Sr. SDM and Head of Engineering for A.in Customer Acquisition, P2P marketplace & Category Experiences (January 2016 to January 2017)
- Amazon - Sr. Engineering Manager and CTO, Junglee.com (October 2012 to December 2015)
- Amazon - Software Development Manager, Junglee.com (May 2011 to September 2012)
- Amazon - Software Development Manager (March 2010 to April 2011)
- Amazon - Software Development Manager (June 2007 to February 2010)
- Amazon - S/W Dev Lead (August 2001 to May 2007)
Education History
Rajesh Uppalapati's educational journey began at Osmania University, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from 1995 to 1999. Following this, he pursued a Master's degree in Computer Science at the University of Arizona, completing his studies between 1999 and 2001. This solid academic foundation in computer science has been instrumental in shaping his successful career in technology and engineering.
When did Rajesh Uppalapati join Nykaa?
Rajesh Uppalapati joined Nykaa as the Chief Technology Officer on October 28, 2022. With a career spanning over two decades, Rajesh has held significant roles at Amazon and Intuit, bringing a wealth of experience in building world-class products and platforms. Since his appointment, he has been instrumental in driving Nykaa's technological advancements, focusing on enhancing consumer engagement and personalization. Rajesh has been with Nykaa for nearly a year, contributing to the company's vision of innovating at scale and creating a more immersive shopping experience for its consumers.