Sundar Pichai is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Google and its parent company, Alphabet Inc. Born in Madurai, India, in 1972, Pichai’s journey from a modest upbringing to leading one of the world’s most influential tech giants is a story of talent, perseverance, and vision.
Early Life and Education
Pichai showed an early interest in technology. He earned a degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, where he was recognized for his academic excellence. Later, he moved to the United States to pursue an M.S. in Material Sciences and Engineering at Stanford University, followed by an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
Rise at Google
Sundar joined Google in 2004, where he initially worked on the Google Toolbar and later led the development of Google Chrome, the world’s most popular web browser. His success with Chrome and his leadership qualities quickly gained attention within the company.
Over time, Pichai took charge of various products including Gmail, Google Maps, Android, and Google Drive. His calm demeanor, strategic thinking, and deep understanding of technology earned him respect throughout the tech industry.