Samir Shilamkar
FELLOW MEMBER
Samir Shilamkar: A Champion of Ethical Technology Leadership and Community Building
With over 25 years of award-winning leadership in the technology industry, Samir Shilamkar exemplifies the fusion of ethical practice, innovation, and community engagement that the International Institute for Certified Software and Privacy Architects (IICSPA) has championed for nearly three decades.
Currently a seasoned technology leader at Google Cloud, Shilamkar’s career spans continents — from India to Canada, Australia, and Israel — where he has built and managed full-stack engineering teams delivering high-quality, impactful software solutions. His technical and managerial excellence has earned him prestigious accolades, including the “Tech Impact Award 2023” at Google Cloud for his outstanding program management in a cross-organizational initiative that drove increased enterprise adoption.
A committed mentor and advocate for the next generation of technologists, Shilamkar’s involvement with the Community of Information Technology Architecture Practitioners (CITAP) reflects his belief in the power of foundational skills and knowledge-sharing. Through initiatives like the Student IT Architecture Competition (SITAC), he has helped bridge the gap between academia and industry, nurturing young talent in the critical field of software architecture.
Known for his ability to drive innovation across legacy and cutting-edge technologies, Shilamkar has successfully led geographically distributed teams, orchestrated the delivery of first-of-its-kind features, and demonstrated hands-on expertise in areas like accessibility compliance and agile software practices. His leadership style — rooted in technical excellence, stakeholder collaboration, and a passion for solid software design — mirrors the values upheld by IICSPA.
As he continues to seek opportunities for meaningful impact, Shilamkar sees IICSPA not just as a professional milestone but as a platform for collaboration with respected industry peers, furthering his lifelong mission: to harness technology for positive societal change and to mentor the leaders of tomorrow.