Sethuraman Trichur currently serves as Chief Software Architect and Harman Automotive Chennai Centre Head at HARMAN International, beginning in April 2024. Previously, Sethuraman was Vice President of Engineering at Persistent Systems, overseeing a business unit of over 700 software professionals focused on Data, Cloud, and Security Engineering from May 2023 to April 2024. A significant portion of Sethuraman's career was spent at HARMAN International in various senior engineering roles from January 2010 to May 2023, including Senior Director - System Engineering, with responsibilities spanning team leadership, product engineering for smart connected speakers, and development of audio applications across multiple platforms. Earlier experience includes positions at Suresoft Systems, NXP, and Infosys, providing a strong foundation in software delivery and project leadership. Sethuraman holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, awarded in April 2000.