Shekar Thonupunuri

Shekar Thonupunuri is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in software engineering and product development for the financial services industry. Currently serving as the Product Engineering Leader for Addepar's Trading OMS Platform, Shekar focuses on advancing a SaaS-based order management system tailored for wealth management firms. Prior roles include Enterprise Solutions Architect at Citi, where architectural modernization of enterprise risk technology was prioritized, and Executive Director at JPMorganChase, leading the development of ETFs and securitized products. With a strong foundation in software design, systems architecture, and risk management, Shekar's expertise is supported by advanced degrees in Computer Science & Engineering and Mathematics, as well as a specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.