Suman Gumma

About Suman Gumma

At Microsoft, I serve as a Principal Hardware Engineer shaping the strategy and execution of next-generation HPC/AI/GPU infrastructure for Azure cloud platforms. I provide technical and architectural leadership across the full hardware lifecycle, from silicon-aligned platform definition and NPI through global scale-out, ensuring our systems deliver differentiated performance, reliability, and energy efficiency for AI-native services.I drive a systems-level approach that aligns hardware, firmware, diagnostics, and data center integration to meet the demands of hyperscale AI workloads. Partnering closely with silicon, platform, and operations teams, I help translate long-range AI and cloud strategy into concrete platform roadmaps, quality standards, and readiness criteria that enable consistent execution across regions.My portfolio spans 1P platforms such as Cobalt and Maia, which underpin Microsoft’s AI and cloud services, as well as 3P solutions including GB200, GB300, and VR NVL72-class systems, where I guide platform readiness, risk management, and deployment strategy. Across planning, design, build, dock, and fleet-scale operations, my focus is on building resilient, scalable infrastructure that powers Microsoft’s AI transformation and unlocks value for customers and partners worldwide.

Experience

1. Principal Hardware Engineer - Ai Infrastructure

   Microsoft

   Apr 2020 — Present · Redmond, WA, US

   My role spans the full product lifecycle from NPI through high-volume manufacturing ensuring that our infrastructure meets the demands of AI-scale performance, sustainability, and operational excellence.My work is deeply embedded in the development and deployment of 3P platforms like GB200/GB300/VR72, & 1P platforms like Cobalt, Maia with a focus on building blocks, L10/L11 assembly, SoC, PCIe, memory, storage, liquid cooling, power and thermal optimization, IB NDR/XDR and telemetry-driven diagnostics. I bring a systems-level approach to quality, integrating hardware, firmware, and GPU-level debugging to proactively identify and resolve issues across complex compute environments.I collaborate cross-functionally to drive yield improvements, fault analysis, and supplier quality initiatives, while managing material and supply chain exposure to mitigate risk. My passion lies in building resilient, scalable systems and mentoring engineers.

Education

• Osmania University

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E), Computer Science Engineering

Skills

• Cisco Ios
• Umts
• Ip Networking
• Sip
• Networking
• Itil
• Ran
• Network Operations
• Gtp
• Unix
• Epc
• Ccna
• Diameter
• Juniper
• Sae
• Ccna Wireless
• Cisco Ucs
• Network Design
• Lte
• Qos
• Junos
• F5 Bigip
• Wireless Networking
• Radius
• Network Testing
• Computer Network Operations
• Pcrf
• Network Security
• Gprs
• Ip
• Network Engineering
• Checkpoint
• Mobile Technology
• Star Os
• Ldap