Pradeep Panigrahi — CTO

Engineering Lead | Architecting the Future of Search & Generative AI at Microsoft I thrive at the intersection of complex distributed systems and user-centric innovation. With over 15 years of experience—including the last 5+ years at Microsoft—I have transitioned from building foundational mobile and IoT architectures to leading the engineering efforts behind the world’s most advanced AI search capabilities. Currently, I serve as an Engineering Manager/DRI for Microsoft Copilot Search. My focus is on redefining how the world interacts with information by integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) with high-scale enterprise and web search stacks. I lead the engineering execution and strategy for flagship features, ensuring that Copilot delivers grounded, real-time, and highly relevant intelligence to millions of users globally. My Journey at Microsoft: Copilot Search: Spearheading the engineering DRI (Designated Responsible Individual) efforts for Microsoft’s flagship AI project. I manage the end-to-end implementation of search-driven AI features, balancing rapid innovation with the rigors of production at a massive scale. Bing & Enterprise Search: Deep-dived into the Bing search stack, optimizing retrieval and ranking systems for enterprise environments. I focused on making internal and external data discoverable and actionable through high-performance search technology. What I Bring to the Table: Technical Depth & Innovation: A US Patent holder with a background in low-level systems (C, Bluetooth LE) and high-level architecture (Java, Microservices, Cloud). Product-Minded Engineering: Extensive experience in the full product lifecycle—from R&D and design to pre/post-sales support for global markets like Automotive and IoT. Strategic Leadership: I bridge the gap between complex engineering requirements and business goals, fostering a culture of technical excellence, mentorship, and result-oriented delivery. Core Expertise: Search Technology (Bing/Copilot) | Distributed Systems | AI & LLM Integration | People Management | Product Architecture | Java/JavaScript/C | Data Structures & Algorithms | IoT & Mobile Ecosystems

Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned expert in AI-driven search technology and fintech solutions.

Location: Telangana, India

Experience: 15 yrs 9 mos

Skills

Search Technology
Ai & Llm Integration
Distributed Systems
Full-stack Development
Digital Banking
Bluetooth Technology
Embedded Systems
Modem Development
Telecommunications
Mobile Development

Career Highlights

15+ years in engineering and architecture.
Expert in AI and search technology.
Proven leadership in high-scale projects.

Work Experience

Microsoft

Principal Software Engineering Manager (5 yrs 5 mos)

Kony, Inc.

Senior Technical Lead (3 yrs)

Qualcomm

Senior Engineer (5 yrs 5 mos)

Broadcom

Software Development Engineer, Staff 1. (8 mos)

Samsung India Software Operations

Software Engineer (1 yr 2 mos)

Education

B Tech (Hons) at National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur

Pradeep Panigrahi

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Telangana, India15 yrs 9 mos experience

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Key Highlights

15+ years in engineering and architecture.
Expert in AI and search technology.
Proven leadership in high-scale projects.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned expert in AI-driven search technology and fintech solutions.

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Skills

Core Skills

Search TechnologyAi & Llm IntegrationDistributed SystemsFull-stack DevelopmentDigital BankingBluetooth TechnologyEmbedded SystemsModem DevelopmentTelecommunicationsMobile Development

Other Skills

C#Microsoft CopilotLarge Language Models (LLM)C++JavaCSoftware DevelopmentData StructuresDebuggingAlgorithmsLinuxPythonProgrammingUnixSQL

About

Experience

15 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs 1 mo

Average Tenure

5 yrs 5 mos

Current Experience

Microsoft

Principal Software Engineering Manager

Dec 2020 – Present · 5 yrs 5 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Engineering Manager | Microsoft (Search & AI)
For the past 5+ years at Microsoft, I have been at the forefront of the search revolution, transitioning from architecting enterprise search ecosystems to leading the engineering implementation of Microsoft Copilot Search, the company’s flagship Generative AI project.
Current Role: Engineering Manager & DRI, Copilot Search
As the Engineering DRI (Directly Responsible Individual) for the implementation of Copilot Search, I lead the technical execution of a service that redefines how millions interact with the web. I manage a high-performing engineering team tasked with turning cutting-edge AI research into a stable, global-scale product.
Flagship AI Implementation: Driving end-to-end engineering for Copilot Search.
Engineering DRI Leadership: Accountable for architectural integrity, "Live Site" health, and rapid deployment cycles of the Copilot stack. I ensure the platform remains resilient and performant under massive global concurrency.
Strategic Roadmapping: Bridging the gap between Applied Science and Production Engineering to move from experimental RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) patterns to mission-critical features.
Microsoft Search in Bing & Enterprise Stack
Previously, I specialized in the Microsoft Search in Bing enterprise stack, building the architecture that allows organizations to securely search internal knowledge using the power of the Bing index.
Enterprise Search Architecture: Engineered scalable retrieval systems unifying Microsoft Graph data (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook).
Search Optimization: Focused on semantic understanding, ranking, and tenant-isolated data discovery to provide high-relevance search for corporate environments.
Core Expertise: AI & LLM Integration (RAG) | Large-scale Distributed Systems | Prometheus Grounding | Semantic Search | People Management | Operational Excellence (DRI) | Microsoft Graph | Bing Search Stack

C#Microsoft CopilotLarge Language Models (LLM)C++JavaC+25

Kony, inc.

Senior Technical Lead

Dec 2017 – Dec 2020 · 3 yrs · Greater Hyderabad Area

Senior Technical Lead | Kony Inc. (Digital Banking Platform)
As a Senior Technical Lead for Kony’s flagship Digital Banking Experience (DBX) platform, I spearheaded the full-stack development of scalable, multi-channel banking solutions for global financial institutions. I led engineering teams to build "Next-Gen" features integrated with core systems like T24, Finacle, and Oracle Core.
Core Contributions & Work Scope:
Architecture & Full-Stack Development: Architected mission-critical features using MVC 2.0. Leveraged Kony Visualizer (Frontend) and Kony Fabric (Middleware) to ensure a unified, high-performance codebase across iOS, Android, and Web.
Omni-Channel Innovation: Engineered consumer-grade experiences for retail and business banking, including real-time transaction processing, PSD2-compliant account aggregation, and secure MFA.
Middleware & API Orchestration: Designed and optimized the middleware layer using Java and JavaScript to build robust REST/SOAP APIs. Managed high-concurrency data flows between mobile clients and back-end RDBMS (SQL/MongoDB).
Digital Transformation: Served as a lead technical consultant for banks and credit unions, translating complex business requirements into technical blueprints (TDD/FSD) to accelerate their digital roadmaps.
Engineering Leadership: Managed cross-functional teams through the full Agile SDLC. Responsible for code reviews, Nitro Engine performance tuning, and ensuring FIPS/PCI-DSS security compliance.
Technical Stack & Environment:
Frontend: Kony Visualizer (Quantum), JavaScript, HTML5/CSS3, MVC Patterns.
Backend/Middleware: Kony Fabric (MobileFabric), Java SE/EE, Node.js, Orchestration Services.
Data/Integration: REST/SOAP, JSON/XML, SQL, MongoDB, Core Banking APIs.
Domain: Fintech, Digital Banking (DBX), Retail & Corporate Banking.

JavaJavaScriptSQLREST/SOAPKony VisualizerKony Fabric+6

Qualcomm

Senior Engineer

Jun 2012 – Nov 2017 · 5 yrs 5 mos · Greater Hyderabad Area

Worked in Bluetooth Low Energy/BR-EDR profiles.
Worked extensively in Mobile Handsets and Automotive, for Bluetooth Profiles development, commercialization.
Designed and Developed BLE specific profile in Bluetooth protocol stack.
Design and Development of the Wi-Power/A4WP profile over BT-LE. BLE was being used as signaling protocol in this implementation.
Worked in pilot projects at Qualcomm involving BLE mesh technology.
Core member of IOT group whose major purpose was to come up with ideas/patents in IOT field using connectivity technologies.
Worked on Development of LE peripheral role on to the existing platform.
Written Bluetooth interface driver in android JellyBean for BT soc initialization and Bluetooth soc patch downloads.
Developed Phone book access profile for client role, in bluedroid protocol stack.
Developed Message Access profile in Bluetooth for Email access in bluedroid protocol stack.
Developed Object push Profile 1.2 implementation which is Bluetooth data transfer over L2CAP layer providing high tx/rx throughput numbers.
Done numerous bring up of Bluetooth module in Qualcomm devices. Co-worked with different stack holders to during board bring up.
Developed command line Bluetooth configuration tool to send vendor specific commands to Bluetooth soc.
Worked on Commercialization and provided technical support in US/South Korea/Taiwan to address critical/blocker issues.
Identified and resolved all the Customer related issues related to Bluetooth.
Good Understanding of the overall Architecture and code flow in Qualcomm’s Bluetooth
Solution.
Developing and Debugging Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth GAP, MAP,OPP issues.
Received multiple (8+) Qualstar award, which is Qualcomm internal recognition tool for extra-ordinary work.

Bluetooth Low EnergyAndroidEmbedded SystemsMobile DevelopmentProtocol DevelopmentBluetooth Technology

Broadcom

Software Development Engineer, Staff 1.

Oct 2011 – Jun 2012 · 8 mos · Bangalore , India

Modified STK architecture in Broadcom’s modem to support Generic Raw Data Interface that is supported in Android.
Added the support for Steering of Roaming in STK ( Sim Tool Kit ) module of Broadcom’s Modem.
Identified and resolved all the Customer related issues related to SIM-SATK observed in Broadcom modem.
Performing GCF specific test cases and resolving issues observed in Broadcom Modem.
Good Understanding of the overall Architecture and code flow in Broadcom’s Modem.
Developing and Debugging issues in STK/SIM.

STK ArchitectureAndroidModem DevelopmentTelecommunications

Samsung india software operations

Software Engineer

Aug 2010 – Oct 2011 · 1 yr 2 mos · Bangalore

Developed IMS Stack to support SMS, MMS over IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) and Voice over LTE (Long Term Evaluation).
Developed multiple functionality in our IMS Stack based on clients requirement.
Thorough understanding of the call flow as well as flow of many core functionality which can be achieved through IMS technology like VOIP, VoLTE, VT, SMS etc.
Worked on Android Ginger Bread SIP LAYER to enhance its functionality according to client’s requirement.
Developed a package in Android Framework to expose some API’s which can be used directly by 3rd party developer to develop VoLTE and VT application which will use the IMS Stack in Our mobiles.
Developing and Debugging in Android framework and IMS Stack.

IMS StackVoLTEAndroid FrameworkTelecommunicationsMobile Development