Narendra Ragho Angane

Narendra Ragho Angane is a Principal Engineering Architect Manager for the SQL CSE/Ninja Team at Microsoft Engineering, specializing in the SQL Server family and Azure Data Services. With over 25 years of experience in data and software technologies, such as C#, Python, Spark, PowerShell, Power BI, Azure SQL Family, Azure Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Azure Storage, and Azure Cosmos DB, he has extensive experience in software design and development for various service industries.

He leads a team of high-performing engineering architects, collaborating with customers, partners, and Microsoft's sales and engineering teams to provide white-glove service for complex and strategic SQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Mainframe, and Sybase databases workload modernizations. His strong business and technical vision help him to work closely with senior management, manage multiple complex projects, and solve problems creatively and effectively. His aptitude for learning, resource maximization, and sense of urgency further enhances his capabilities.

Narendra holds a bachelor's degree in commerce from Mumbai University, a postgraduate diploma in computer applications, and several other certifications in data science, computer programming, and RDBMS. He has also completed the Data Science Degree Program and Azure Data University program from Microsoft and an online course on Business Model Innovation from Microsoft-INSEAD. Additionally, he has passed numerous Microsoft-certified exams, including Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions, Architecting Microsoft Azure Solutions, MCM SQL Server 2008 Knowledge Exam, and MCSE Data Platform. His credentials include Microsoft Certified Solution Expert, Microsoft Certified Solution Developer, Microsoft Certified Trainer, Microsoft Certified IT Professional, and Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist.