UST, a global technology and digital transformation solutions company, has strengthened its presence in India with the inauguration of a new office in Pune, Maharashtra. The expansion is expected to generate between 3,500 and 6,000 job opportunities over the next three to five years.
Located in Balewadi’s EQ Smartworks establishment, the newly launched facility spans 80,000 sq. ft and accommodates over 1,000 seats. It complements UST’s existing office at Sai Radhe Complex in Pune, reinforcing the company’s commitment to growth in the region.
The inauguration ceremony was led by UST’s Chief Executive Officer, Krishna Sudheendra, in the presence of Chief Operating Officer Alexander Varghese, Chief Values Officer Sunil Balakrishnan, President of Product Engineering Ramprasad Santhanagopalan, and other senior executives.
With over 2,000 employees, UST’s Pune Center of Excellence focuses on driving innovation and accelerating digital transformation. The center specializes in data science, data engineering, design, product engineering, and digital applications, catering to global enterprises across fintech, healthcare, life sciences, retail, e-commerce, manufacturing, and automotive industries.
Alexander Varghese, Chief Operating Officer, UST, said, “We are excited to inaugurate our new office space in Pune, marking a significant milestone in our continued growth in India. Through these strategic expansions, we are planning to scale our operations significantly, aligning with business needs and market opportunities in digital transformation. Our focus is on building a strong talent base, business consulting pipeline, strategic partnerships, and expanding infrastructure to support our growing teams in AI, Design, and Engineering.”
Ramprasad Santhanagopalan, President, UST Product Engineering and Pune Center Head, said, “Pune being a strategic and fast-growing technology hub of India, this new office represents a significant investment in UST’s growth in the region. Our investments in AI, advanced design, and cutting-edge engineering will strengthen our capabilities, ensuring that the Pune Center remains a hub for innovation and digital excellence. With our team’s strong domain knowledge expertise, we are confident in our ability to lead large-scale digital transformation programs for our global enterprise clients and remain at the forefront of innovation.”
The California, US-headquartered firm, UST founded in 1999 with its India headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram, has significantly expanded its footprint across the country, with offices in key locations including Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, Hyderabad, Kochi, Pune, Mumbai, Chennai, Coimbatore, Delhi NCR, Ahmedabad, Hosur and employs over 20,000 employees in India.
