KALYAN RAPOLU, Ph.D., M.S., a senior signal integrity engineer at Arista Networks, has extensive expertise in printed circuit board design, signal integrity, and power integrity, with a current focus on high-speed Ethernet Switch board applications. He formerly worked as a senior solutions engineer at Keysight and a principal engineer at DuPont. He has led high-speed hardware design and EMC compliance efforts across various industries, applying deep technical knowledge to solve complex engineering challenges.
Rapolu brings a practical, real-world perspective to the classroom, helping students understand the nuances of board-level signal behavior and design for performance and reliability. His teaching emphasizes hands-on learning and industry-relevant strategies to prepare engineers for success in advanced PCB design. He holds a master’s degree and a doctorate in Electrical Engineering from Villanova University.