Satish Thomas has announced his departure from Microsoft after a 20-year career to accept a position at Google. While he did not disclose the specific role he will assume, Thomas expressed excitement about joining during a pivotal time in the tech industry, particularly within the AI sector.
At Microsoft, Thomas served as a corporate vice president, directing strategy and engineering for Microsoft Cloud for Industry over the past six years. He began his journey at Microsoft as an intern, reflecting on the profound impact the company had on his career.
Meanwhile, Raji Rajagopalan has transitioned to a new position as vice president of engineering at GitHub. With over two decades at Microsoft, she aims to foster innovation and enhance developer experiences amid the evolving landscape of AI.
In related news, Katie Bardaro has been appointed as senior vice president of customer experience at Avante, a Seattle startup focused on streamlining HR processes. Previously, she was the chief customer officer at Syndio, where she addressed workplace pay equity.