Swapna Alladi is a Head of Platforms with extensive experience leading large-scale digital transformation and platform engineering initiatives. She specialises in shaping modern platform strategies, implementing best-in-class Azure DevOps and cloud practices, and enabling high-performing engineering teams across organisations.A recognised thought leader and accomplished public speaker, Swapna regularly presents at internal and external events on platform engineering, DevOps, Azure, and diversity in technology. Her impact in the industry has earned her the *“Engineer of the Year”* award at the WIT Excellence Awards.A passionate advocate for women in STEM, Swapna serves as a Google Women Techmakers Ambassador, UN Women UK Delegate, and STEM Ambassador, where she actively works to inspire and empower women pursuing careers in technology.