THE FUTURE OF APPLIED AI IN
Retail and Ecommerce
VIRTUAL | June 17, 2026
APURVA KUMAR
Principal Software Engineer at Walmart Global Tech
Apurva Kumar is an accomplished technology leader specializing in artificial intelligence infrastructure and data processing. With a track record of pioneering innovations at Amazon and Walmart, he has significantly advanced the scalability, efficiency, and reliability of AI systems. Apurva’s groundbreaking contributions include designing Amazon’s Springbok Publisher Framework and Fast Path Indexer, which revolutionized search ranking and indexing processes, and leading Walmart’s Intelligent Sync, which optimized data handling for over 250 million users. A prolific researcher, Apurva has authored multiple peer-reviewed papers on topics such as autonomous AI agents, adaptive AI, and Apache Spark optimizations. His work has earned him accolades, including two Globee Awards, the Titan Platinum Business Award, and Fellow memberships in prestigious organizations. As a Peer Reviewer for IEEE AI conferences and a mentor at global hackathons, Apurva continues to inspire the next generation of innovators while shaping the future of AI technology.
Watch live: April 16
Autonomous AI Agents in AI Infrastructure
Autonomous AI agents are revolutionizing how industries operate, enabling systems to think, adapt, and act independently. In this session, I’ll explore what it takes to design and deploy these intelligent agents in scalable AI infrastructure. From creating modular frameworks to optimizing resource allocation, I’ll break down the strategies that make these systems efficient and effective. This talk isn’t just about the “how” — I’ll also tackle the “what if.” How do we ensure these systems remain robust, ethical, and adaptive in dynamic environments? You’ll leave with practical insights and tools to build autonomous AI agents that drive innovation and scalability in today’s AI-driven world.