Karthik Marupeddi

Karthik Marupeddi is a Senior Software Engineer at TIGA, The Integration Group of Americas, based in Fort Bend County, Texas. With over a decade of experience in software engineering, he is a key figure at TIGA, a company specializing in systems integration and engineering services. His work is instrumental in developing solutions that enhance operations' efficiency, reliability, and safety across various industries, particularly in the energy and oil and gas sectors.

Originally from India, Marupeddi moved to the United States 15 years ago to pursue his higher education. He earned his Master’s degree, which marked the beginning of his professional career in the software industry. Since then, he has worked on numerous projects that have sharpened his skills in designing and developing software solutions to address complex challenges. His technical expertise and problem-solving abilities have allowed him to contribute substantially to the companies he has worked for.

Marupeddi joined TIGA in 2019, where he was responsible for developing IOps, a software system that integrates SCADA systems to streamline the management of oil and gas assets. This system allows users to monitor and control these assets remotely, improving operational efficiency and reducing downtime. Additionally, he contributed to developing Messenger+, a platform that predicts operational challenges such as scheduling and capacity by analyzing customer input data. His work with user interfaces using technologies like Angular, Typescript, and CSS has ensured that these tools are functional and user-friendly.

Before joining TIGA, Marupeddi began his career as a software developer at Verizon Business in Richardson, Texas. There, he worked on several web-based applications that helped Verizon’s clients manage their services more effectively. One of his key projects was the E-Bonding platform, which allowed Verizon’s business customers to generate orders, manage trouble tickets, and handle inventory. His role involved developing web services and ensuring seamless integration between various systems, improving operational efficiency and the overall customer experience.

After Verizon, Marupeddi worked as a Java developer at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. During his time there, he contributed to developing state applications like IBES, e-Verify, and Idalink. These applications were crucial in determining eligibility for public assistance programs such as food stamps and Medicaid. He applied agile methodologies to enhance the functionality of these systems, ensuring that they could efficiently process and exchange data across various state departments.

Marupeddi then worked as a software engineer at ABB in Sugarland, Texas. He helped develop the nMarket Suite, a platform the energy sector uses for transaction management, scheduling, and reporting. His work with ABB allowed energy companies to improve the efficiency of their operations by providing tools to manage their bidding, scheduling, and settlement processes more effectively.

Marupeddi holds a Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Science Engineering from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where he was awarded a full tuition scholarship and stipend. He also earned a Bachelor’s in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in Hyderabad, India. In addition to his degrees, he holds certifications in Angular 2 and Scrum Product Ownership, further enhancing his technical expertise and ensuring he stays current with industry best practices.

Outside of his professional work, Karthik Marupeddi enjoys spending time with his family. He is married to Sravani Rampay, and they have two sons, Eeshan and Ayaan. The family is deeply involved in community service, mainly through their participation at the Shirdi Sai Jalaram Mandir, where they donate meals to needy people.