Datamatics Global Services Limited has tapped Rajesh Gharpure as Chief Operating Officer, expanding the leadership bench with a seasoned executive who has steered large-scale technology services and transformations across geographies. The appointment, effective October 15, 2026, places Gharpure in a top operational role as the company accelerates its growth and client-focused agenda under new leadership alignment.
Gharpure brings more than three decades of global technology services experience, with a track record in business operations, P&L management, digital transformation, and customer-centric growth. Most recently, he served as Chief Delivery Officer at Persistent Systems, where he led the Technology Services organization, accounting for more than half of the business and spanning Data & AI, Cloud & Infrastructure, Cyber Security, Intelligent Automation, Enterprise Integration, CX Transformation, Salesforce, and related domains. Under his watch, Persistent reported double-digit growth and notable improvements in utilization and margins, while integrating multiple units and acquisitions across the US, Europe, and India, supported by a global workforce of about 11,000 professionals.
Prior to Persistent, Gharpure was Executive Vice President & Global Delivery Head at Larsen & Toubro Infotech (LTI), where he managed a US$550 million portfolio across Manufacturing, Automotive, and Energy, serving 125+ customers with 8,000+ associates. He helped transform the unit into LTI’s leading performer, delivering strong revenue growth and enhanced profitability, and he also built out digital and cloud capabilities, including a notable Salesforce practice. His early career began at Larsen & Toubro in Finance and SAP, laying a foundation in financial management, technology enablement, and enterprise transformation.
Dr. Gharpure holds a Ph.D. in Management from Symbiosis International University and is a CPA, Company Secretary (CS), and Cost & Works Accountant (ICWA). He has also completed executive leadership programs with XLRI and the L&T Group, blending finance, technology, operations, and strategy. His appointment signals Datamatics’ intent to deepen operational excellence, scale delivery, and accelerate value-driven growth for clients around the world.