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Senior engineering leader with 20+ years in Cloud, DevOps, and Digital Transformation
Pune, India
Only remote
Advanced PG in Computational Data ScienceInnovationJava (Programming Language)Amazon Web ServicesData AnalysisComputer VisionAutomationMicrosoft AzureBankingCustomer Relationship ManagementBusiness ContinuityBusiness Continuity PlanningBusiness EfficiencyBusiness PlanningBusiness RequirementsChange Management
With over two decades of progressive leadership in IT, cloud computing, and digital transformation, I have established a reputation as a visionary Senior Engineering Leader adept at bridging the gap between business objectives and technology solutions. My career spans critical roles in BFSI, CRM, and enterprise IT, where I have consistently delivered high-impact results through strategic innovation, operational excellence, and people-centric leadership
. Leadership and Strategic Transformation: I have led engineering teams of more than 120 professionals, managing budgets exceeding $200 million across global infrastructure, cloud, and operations initiatives
. My leadership is defined by a hands-on approach to driving large-scale modernization programs, particularly in mission-critical banking environments where high availability, resilience, and security are paramount. I have successfully spearheaded multi-cloud transformations—leveraging AWS, Azure, and GCP—while orchestrating hybrid infrastructure management to optimize flexibility and business continuity
. My strategic acumen is further demonstrated in my ability to align IT strategy with diverse business requirements across NAM, EMEA, and APAC regions. At Hitachi Vantara, I led the enhancement of storage, compute, and network capabilities for cloud infrastructure, delivering over 15 new product features and implementing DevSecOps best practices that resulted in a 10% revenue growth through value stream mapping (VSM)
. Process Excellence and Operational Optimization
A strong advocate of ITIL-based operational frameworks, I have optimized incident, problem, and change management processes to ensure seamless service delivery and regulatory compliance (SOX, GDPR, FedRAMP)
. My expertise in automation and orchestration—using tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, and VMware—has driven significant efficiency gains, including a 25% improvement in DevOps maturity and a $100,000 annual cost reduction
.I am also skilled in disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BCP), ensuring organizations remain resilient in the face of disruptions. My experience in vendor negotiations and cost optimization, combined with a deep understanding of risk management through SAFe capabilities, has consistently delivered value and mitigated operational risks
. Technical Mastery and Innovation
My technical toolkit spans leading-edge platforms and methodologies:
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
Infrastructure: VMware, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, Terraform
Networking: Firewalls, VPN, Load Balancers
Security & Compliance: IAM, SOX, GDPR, FedRAMP
Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, Virtana
DevOps & CI/CD: Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab
Programming: Python, Java, Power BI, SQL
I have developed and led the implementation of CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment cycles by 40%, and built observability frameworks for real-time infrastructure monitoring
. My recent academic pursuit—a Post Graduate Diploma in Computational Data Science from IISc Bangalore—has further strengthened my expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and data analytics, culminating in a capstone project on automated car damage detection using computer vision
. Domain Expertise and Regulatory Compliance: I possess deep domain expertise in core banking platforms, payment systems, and regulatory compliance, having modernized SWIFT payments, AML, and trade finance systems at Citicorp, and implemented Pega-based straight-through processing that saved $100 million annually
. My work has consistently led to measurable improvements in customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and revenue growth.
Certifications and Thought Leadership
My credentials include SAFe SPC 6.0, PMI-PMP, multiple Copado and Kanban certifications, and technical certifications in Pega, Chordiant, and Java
. As a recognized industry speaker, I have presented at DevOps and Lean Kanban conferences, sharing insights on DevOps maturity and agile transformation
Summary
My career is defined by a relentless pursuit of innovation, operational excellence, and team empowerment. I excel at transforming complex technical challenges into strategic business opportunities, making me a trusted partner for organizations seeking to modernize their technology landscape and drive sustainable growth
. Leadership and Strategic Transformation: I have led engineering teams of more than 120 professionals, managing budgets exceeding $200 million across global infrastructure, cloud, and operations initiatives
. My leadership is defined by a hands-on approach to driving large-scale modernization programs, particularly in mission-critical banking environments where high availability, resilience, and security are paramount. I have successfully spearheaded multi-cloud transformations—leveraging AWS, Azure, and GCP—while orchestrating hybrid infrastructure management to optimize flexibility and business continuity
. My strategic acumen is further demonstrated in my ability to align IT strategy with diverse business requirements across NAM, EMEA, and APAC regions. At Hitachi Vantara, I led the enhancement of storage, compute, and network capabilities for cloud infrastructure, delivering over 15 new product features and implementing DevSecOps best practices that resulted in a 10% revenue growth through value stream mapping (VSM)
. Process Excellence and Operational Optimization
A strong advocate of ITIL-based operational frameworks, I have optimized incident, problem, and change management processes to ensure seamless service delivery and regulatory compliance (SOX, GDPR, FedRAMP)
. My expertise in automation and orchestration—using tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, and VMware—has driven significant efficiency gains, including a 25% improvement in DevOps maturity and a $100,000 annual cost reduction
.I am also skilled in disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BCP), ensuring organizations remain resilient in the face of disruptions. My experience in vendor negotiations and cost optimization, combined with a deep understanding of risk management through SAFe capabilities, has consistently delivered value and mitigated operational risks
. Technical Mastery and Innovation
My technical toolkit spans leading-edge platforms and methodologies:
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP
Infrastructure: VMware, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, Terraform
Networking: Firewalls, VPN, Load Balancers
Security & Compliance: IAM, SOX, GDPR, FedRAMP
Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, Virtana
DevOps & CI/CD: Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab
Programming: Python, Java, Power BI, SQL
I have developed and led the implementation of CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment cycles by 40%, and built observability frameworks for real-time infrastructure monitoring
. My recent academic pursuit—a Post Graduate Diploma in Computational Data Science from IISc Bangalore—has further strengthened my expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and data analytics, culminating in a capstone project on automated car damage detection using computer vision
. Domain Expertise and Regulatory Compliance: I possess deep domain expertise in core banking platforms, payment systems, and regulatory compliance, having modernized SWIFT payments, AML, and trade finance systems at Citicorp, and implemented Pega-based straight-through processing that saved $100 million annually
. My work has consistently led to measurable improvements in customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, and revenue growth.
Certifications and Thought Leadership
My credentials include SAFe SPC 6.0, PMI-PMP, multiple Copado and Kanban certifications, and technical certifications in Pega, Chordiant, and Java
. As a recognized industry speaker, I have presented at DevOps and Lean Kanban conferences, sharing insights on DevOps maturity and agile transformation
Summary
My career is defined by a relentless pursuit of innovation, operational excellence, and team empowerment. I excel at transforming complex technical challenges into strategic business opportunities, making me a trusted partner for organizations seeking to modernize their technology landscape and drive sustainable growth
Experience
Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2025
Languages
EnglishFluent
Project history
Leading an Engineering Team to enhance Storage, Compute & Network capabilities for cloud infrastructure. Successfully delivered 15+ product features by aligning IT strategy with NAM, EMEA & APAC requirements. Implemented DevSecOps best practices, achieving 10% revenue growth through VSM implementation.
Completed Post Graduate Diploma in Computational Data Science with comprehensive coursework in machine learning, deep learning, data mining, big data systems, and statistical inference. Led capstone project on car damage detection using Computer Vision, applying convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and libraries such as OpenCV and TensorFlow to automate visual damage assessment in vehicles.
Led multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) DevOps transformation, achieving a 20% reduction in deployment time on Salesforce. Developed DevOps Maturity Model, improving efficiency by 25% and cutting $100K annually. Strengthened system resiliency, increasing customer adoption by 25% and driving $200K revenue.