Judging Panel
Karan Kumar Ratra
Karan Kumar Ratra is an Engineering Manager II in Software Engineering at Walmart Global Tech, specializing in large-scale e-commerce and supply chain systems. With over 16 years of experience across Telecom, FinTech, and Retail, he has led the design and deployment of high-throughput, event-driven architectures and AI-driven fulfillment platforms. Recognized globally as a Distinguished Fellow of SCRS and a Senior IEEE Member, Karan is also a Top 1% Mentor on ADPList and a multi-award winner, including the Walmart Impact Award and Claro Gold Award. He actively contributes to the research community as a reviewer, judge, and speaker at international conferences, bridging industry innovation with academic rigor.


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