Shilpi Mitra

Shilpi Mitra is an Engineering Leader at Microsoft Azure Data, based in Bengaluru, India. With 19+ years of experience, she leads the hybrid and migration charter, focusing on building robust enterprise, cloud, and security solutions. Shilpi is known for developing and guiding high-performing teams and driving innovation in her field. Her role involves overseeing the development of next-generation technologies for the Azure Data platform, contributing to Microsoft’s ongoing success. She is a strong advocate for women and diversity in tech, regularly participating in mentorship and community programs. Shilpi is an established speaker and dedicated mentor to professionals through many communities. Her achievements have earned her industry recognition for Engineering, leadership and advocacy. Shilpi recently received the Career Icons 2025 award from Avtar and Global Mentoring Excellence award by HRSuccessTalks. She believes in ‘work hard, party harder’. Her mantra: Never be afraid to ask and reach out for opportunities. If you can't find one, look at creating one. There are plenty of problems to solve.