Will AI usher in the end
of software engineering ?

AI is proving its ability to design, develop and test software. Are AI-based bots going to replace dev managers, software developers, QA, UX and UI roles?

Not if you’re the one leading the charge.


Gain insights at this exclusive event and future-proof your career.

March 5, 2026 | Lulu IT Twin Towers, Kochi

Why Attend
The Engineering Career Ladder Is Changing, Not Just the Toolchain

AI is shifting what teams expect from engineers. Strong contributors don't just write code. They solve problems, shape outcomes and adapt quickly. If you lead teams in and around Kochi or anywhere in India, this is about staying relevant as the definition of value shifts.

When AI Joins the Team, Your Org Chart Quietly Breaks

AI does not just speed up work. It changes how teams plan, review and stay accountable. Learn what this means for managers: decision ownership, quality standards, performance evaluation, trust and how you run a team when “who did the work” is no longer obvious.

Closed-Door Conversations You Won’t Hear at Big Conferences

This event is designed as a closed-door forum. A place for leaders who want to build product muscle, not just ship faster. Expect honest, peer-level conversation about trade-offs, failures and what AI adoption really changes in day-to-day leadership.

Hiring & Team Design Are Becoming the Real Competitive Edge

The new technical debt is hiring for old role definitions. Network with likeminded leaders and learn how they are reshaping roles, career paths and team structures so people can grow in an AI-augmented world. This matters even more in a market competing for talent, including managers and growing Global Capability Centers in Kerala.

Agenda
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Registration
2:30 p.m. – 2:40 p.m.
Welcome
Shash Anand, SVP,
Product Strategy, SOTI
2:40 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
AIgniting Growth: SOTI – From 1995 to the Intelligent Mobility Era
Mustafa Ebadi, COO, SOTI
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Leadership Panel: Engineering the Future with AI
Ratheesh Muraleedharan, Program Director
IBM watsonx Orchestrate
Srijith Vijayamohan, Director
Engineering, QBurst
Shash Anand, SVP
Product Strategy, SOTI
Suresh Kumar MP, Senior Director
Software Development Engineering, IQVIA
Mustafa Ebadi, COO
SOTI
4:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Tea Break & Networking
4:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
How SOTI Is Handling the Evolution of AI with Stella & More
Shash Anand, SVP,
Product Strategy, SOTI
4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Leading Through Change - Tech, AI & the Power of Learning Enablement
Susanne Kavanagh, VP,
People & Culture, SOTI
5:00 p.m. – 5:10 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Shash Anand, SVP,
Product Strategy, SOTI
5:10 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Networking & Refreshments
Speakers
Ratheesh Muraleedharan Program Director, IBM watsonx Orchestrate

Ratheesh Muraleedharan is an AI and Automation leader with 20+ years of experience driving cutting-edge AI solutions, intelligent automation and strategic business growth. As Program Director at IBM watsonx Orchestrate, he leads AI architects and developers to create market-leading AI products that foster early adoption. His career spans leadership roles in engineering success management and more.

Srijith Vijayamohan Director, Engineering, QBurst

Srijith Vijayamohan is a Director of Engineering and a Data and AI practice leader at QBurst, leading data and AI-driven digital engineering initiatives. He helps enterprises modernize platforms and adopt practical AI, including copilots and human-in-the-loop workflows, to improve productivity, accelerate delivery and enable measurable business outcomes.

Suresh Kumar is a technology leader with 20+ years of experience in Gen AI & Agentic solutions. He spearheads automation and innovation, driving digital transformation as part of IQVIA's AI & Technology Solutions group. Recognized for his expertise in end-to-end solution delivery and data management, he blends strategic leadership with technical mastery to shape the future of enterprises.

Suresh Kumar MP Senior Director, Software Development Engineering, IQVIA

Serving as SOTI’s Chief Operating Officer (COO) and overseeing the strategy, planning and execution of SOTI’s core operations functions, Mustafa Ebadi has over 20 years of experience leading highly engaged and productive teams. His passion is to drive business transformation, change and value proposition using technology and innovation.

Mustafa Ebadi COO, SOTI
Shash Anand SVP, Product Strategy, SOTI

Shash Anand, SVP of Product Strategy, oversees the company’s evolution from a single product centered around Mobile Device Management (MDM) to an integrated platform that solves many of the challenges around enterprise mobility. Shash also spearheads the integration of Gen AI capabilities – such as agents and chatbots to enhance productivity internally and within the SOTI ONE Platform.

Susanne Kavanagh VP, People & Culture, SOTI

Expert at cultivating and fostering relationships, Susanne Kavanagh, VP of People & Culture, enables people development and drives cultural change. With over 30 years of experience in tech, she has championed corporate values and a growth mindset to support high-performing, inclusive global teams.

Registration & Attendance

This leadership event brings together technology professionals for thoughtful discussion, peer exchange and networking.

To help us create the best possible experience for everyone, registration is required and attendance will be confirmed by event hosts via email.

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Networking
The event concludes with dedicated networking time, giving attendees the chance to connect with peers, exchange perspectives and continue the conversations sparked throughout the day. Enjoy a relaxed setting with refreshments while building new relationships and deepening existing ones. Take this opportunity to strengthen connections and broaden your professional community in Kochi.
Venue
The event will take place at Lulu IT Twin Towers, a modern corporate landmark located in SmartCity, Kakkanad, Kochi, Kerala. The venue is conveniently located near major business districts, hotels and transportation routes.
March 5, 2026 - Lulu IT Twin Towers, 3rd Floor Auditorium, Kochi, Kerala
FAQ

Senior technology and people leaders involved in software, engineering and digital strategy.

The event dress code is business casual.

This event will be photographed and may be recorded. By attending, participants acknowledge and consent to the use of photographs and video recordings for post-event communication and marketing purposes.

This is an invite-only event. Attendance is limited to confirmed invitees only.

This is a closed, invite-confirmed forum for software managers and engineering leaders, designed for focused, discussion-led sessions. Hosted in Kochi, it brings together product-engineering perspectives and external voices to strengthen the regional ecosystem, while considering AI’s impact on engineering roles.