Apr 2020 – Sep 2022 · 2 yrs 5 mos

• Strategic Leadership: Orchestrated and directed all DevOps and SRE initiatives, aligning technology strategies with business objectives to drive innovation and operational excellence.
• Operational Transformation: Led a cross-functional team of DevOps engineers and SRE experts to revolutionize the company's operational landscape, resulting in enhanced reliability, scalability, and efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: Established a culture of continuous improvement, implementing best practices in CI/CD, IaC, and automated testing, leading to a 30% reduction in mean time to resolution (MTTR) for incidents.
• Budget Management: Managed the DevOps and SRE budgets effectively, achieving cost savings of 15% while maintaining the highest levels of service quality and performance.
• Risk Mitigation: Demonstrated expertise in risk management by proactively identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities, fortifying the stability and security of critical systems.
• Strategic Partnerships: Forged strategic partnerships with key vendors and technology providers, enhancing access to cutting-edge tools and resources, and ensuring the adoption of industry best practices.
• Talent Development: Fostered a culture of learning and development, establishing training programs and mentorship initiatives that empowered team members to excel and grow their skill sets.
• Incident Reduction: Implemented proactive monitoring and alerting systems, leading to a 50% reduction in production incidents, improving overall system reliability.
• Business Impact: Drove tangible business impact through technology initiatives, resulting in a 25% increase in customer satisfaction and a 20% reduction in operational costs.
• Executive Collaboration: Collaborated closely with executive leadership to align technology strategies with the company's long-term vision, ensuring technology investments supported growth and innovation.

May 2016 – Mar 2020 · 3 yrs 10 mos

• Led DevOps team overseeing app development, deployment, and maintenance, cutting feature release time by 20% via CI/CD. Built a top-tier DevOps team, driving growth through training and mentoring for junior engineers.
• Orchestrated a high-performing team, overseeing cross-functional DevOps and SRE engineers, consistently driving operational excellence and achieving outstanding results.
• Spearheaded extensive automation initiatives, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure provisioning, and routine tasks, resulting in a 60% reduction in operational costs and a 70% increase in deployment frequency.
• Strategically transformed Cotocus with forward-looking DevOps and SRE strategies. Enhanced application reliability and scalability through company-wide SRE adoption, reducing production incidents by 50% via proactive monitoring.
• Cultivated a culture of collaboration and innovation by breaking down silos and fostering seamless cooperation among development, testing, and operations teams.
• Strategically transformed Cotocus with forward-looking DevOps and SRE strategies. Enhanced application reliability and scalability through company-wide SRE adoption, reducing production incidents by 50% via proactive monitoring.
• Successfully implemented Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles across the organization, utilizing tools like Terraform and Ansible, leading to enhanced scalability, reduced provisioning times, and significant resource savings.
• Delivered tangible results, including a 70% improvement in system performance, a 50% increase in infrastructure efficiency, and a 40% reduction in mean time to resolution (MTTR) for incidents.
• Skills: CI/CD, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, AWS, Azure, GCP, SLOs, SLAs, monitoring, alerting, incident response, root cause analysis, Team building, motivation, coaching, mentorship, delegation, conflict resolution, communication

Jun 2015 – May 2016 · 11 mos · Amsterdam Area, Netherlands · On-site

• During my tenure as a Build and Release Engineer at ServiceNow in Amsterdam, I spearheaded the management and enhancement of a vast and intricate build infrastructure comprising 300+ build slaves, 5 Jenkins Servers, and a cloud-based CM server on AWS. My responsibilities extended to overseeing IT infrastructure management and implementing automation solutions using Chef.
• In this dynamic environment, I mastered an array of essential tools and skills, including Git and Gerrit for version control, Redhat Linux for server management, and Bash Scripting for task automation. I efficiently managed artifact repositories with Nexus and streamlined build processes with Maven. Furthermore, I championed containerization with Docker and orchestrated deployments on AWS, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• My role as a DevOps Engineer encompassed a wide spectrum of responsibilities, from Jenkins configuration and maintenance to implementing best practices in continuous integration and continuous delivery. My proficiency also extended to Git-based collaboration, Linux server administration, and containerization with Docker. I demonstrated my commitment to automation and infrastructure as code by using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and Kubernetes. My experience with monitoring and performance analysis tools like Splunk, New Relic, and Datadog contributed to proactive issue resolution and system optimization.
• Skills: Java, NodeJs, JavaScript, Git, Gerrit, Redhat Linux, Bash Scripting, Nexus, Maven, Chef, Datadog, Docker, AWS, DevOps Engineer,Jenkins,Amazon Web Services (AWS), Github, Linux, Docker,Ansible, Terraform, Splunk, Newrelic, Gitlab

Sep 2014 – May 2015 · 8 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

• As the linchpin of JDA Software's DevOps initiatives, I spearheaded the successful execution of a Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CICD) model. This transformational journey revamped the delivery mechanism for over 40 of JDA's flagship products.
• Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
• Transformation Leadership: Led the design and implementation of a holistic CICD paradigm, centralizing the development and release processes across 40+ product teams.
• Collaborative Excellence: Orchestrated awareness programs and facilitated coordination among diverse teams to ensure seamless onboarding to the unified CICD platform.
• Process Standardization: Championed organizational-wide standardization, driving uniformity in build methodologies, QA protocols, configuration management, and deployment strategies, while ensuring real-time feedback and proactive monitoring.
• Technical Proficiencies:
• Version Control & CI/CD: Git, Gitlab, Jenkins
• Operating Systems: Redhat Linux
• Configuration & Orchestration: Puppet, Ansible, Terraform
• Monitoring & Logging: ELK, Splunk, Nagios, NewRelic, Datadog
• Scripting & Build: Bash Scripting, Artifactory, Maven
• Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure
• Security & Reliability: Site Reliability Engineering, DevSecOps

Jul 2013 – Sep 2014 · 1 yr 2 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

• In my pivotal role at Intuit's Small Business Group, I was responsible for overseeing a diverse range of products, from QuickBooks Online and Desktop to Android apps, POS, and Camps. My contributions were instrumental in streamlining and enhancing the Software Configuration Management (SCM) ecosystem.
• Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
• SCM Infrastructure Overhaul: Led the integration and management of Jenkins, Maven, Nexus, Perforce, and Git across Linux and Windows platforms, achieving cohesive SCM operations.
• CI/CD Pioneering: Successfully initiated and implemented continuous integration/continuous delivery for QuickBooks Online, promoting accelerated product releases without compromising quality.
• Server Management: Diligently managed Perforce and GitLab servers, ensuring seamless version control and collaboration.
• Innovation in SCM: Spearheaded research and deployment of new systems such as Sonar, Jira, Build Pipelining, and Cobertura, achieving substantial improvements in SCM processes.
• Cross-Geographical Team Coordination: Acted as a linchpin in coordinating with distributed teams globally, offering steadfast support in SCM, build processes, deployment, and release.
• Technical Expertise:
• Version Control & CI/CD: Git, Perforce, Bitbucket, Jenkins
• Operating Systems & Scripting: Redhat Linux, Bash Scripting
• Configuration & Orchestration: Nexus, Maven, Chef, Ansible, Terraform
• Cloud & Monitoring: AWS, ELK, Splunk, Nagios, NewRelic
• Containerization & Platforms: Docker, Kubernetes, Microsoft Azure
• Security & Reliability: Site Reliability Engineering, DevSecOps

Apr 2011 – Jul 2013 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• In a dynamic environment at Adobe, I took the lead as a Senior SCM Engineer within a specialized team of four. We handled expansive infrastructures and catered to a global development team.
• Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
• Infrastructure Management: Managed 15 Perforce servers, encompassing over 150 instances, 150+ proxies, and serving 5,000+ users across 10 Terabytes of disk space.
• Continuous Integration: Overhauled and maintained 30+ BuildForge servers for seamless continuous integration.
• Hosting & Deployment: Set up and sustained 35+ RedHat Linux machines dedicated to application hosting, ensuring optimal performance and uptime.
• Global Support: Offered unwavering support to development teams dispersed across Seattle, Minnesota, Canada, Ireland, England, Germany, Japan, and India.
• Technical Expertise:
• Version Control & CI/CD: Perforce, Git, GitHub, GitLab
• Build Tools - Jenkins, BuildForge, Maven, MSBuild
• Operating Systems & Scripting: Redhat Linux, Shell Scripting, Perl
• Cloud & Monitoring: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Azure, Splunk, NewRelic, Datadog
• Security & Reliability: Site Reliability Engineering, DevSecOps, Ansible

May 2010 – Apr 2011 · 11 mos · Pune Area, India

• At IBM, I played a pivotal role in streamlining the software lifecycle by automating crucial processes and managing essential infrastructure. My expertise in facilitating both development and operational tasks ensured timely releases and high operational uptime.
• Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
• Automation Leadership: Spearheaded the automation of build, deployment, and release processes, minimizing manual errors and reducing release times.
• Infrastructure Management: Assumed end-to-end responsibility for build servers, continuous integration servers, and QA servers, ensuring they were optimized, updated, and resilient.
• Release Coordination: Orchestrated code completion, code freeze, branching, tagging, and build release processes, ensuring timely deliveries and alignment with best practices.
• Cross-team Collaboration: Acted as the go-between for the development, QA, and operations teams, fostering an environment of open communication and continuous feedback.
• Monitoring & Upkeep: Leveraged tools like Nagios to maintain a vigilant eye on server health and performance, preempting potential disruptions.
• Technical Expertise:
• Version Control & CI/CD: Perforce, Git, Gitlab, GitHub, SVN
• Build & Scripting Tools: Ant, Shell Scripting, Emma, Jenkins
• Quality & Monitoring: Sonar, Nagios, Jira
• Operating Systems & Platforms: RedHat Linux, AWS, VMware
• DevOps Methodologies: Implemented best practices in CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated testing to align with DevOps philosophies.

Aug 2006 – Sep 2009 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Bengaluru Area, India

• As a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Build & Release at MindTree, I have accumulated a wealth of experience and expertise across a comprehensive toolset. My proficiency spans a wide range of programming languages, including Java, C, C++, HTML, CSS, JSP, and PHP, enabling me to develop versatile and robust software solutions. I possess strong database management skills in MySQL and Oracle, complemented by advanced JavaScript programming capabilities.
• In the realm of version control, I have effectively utilized SVN, Perforce, and TFS to streamline collaborative development efforts. My proficiency extends to Unix and Linux environments, alongside virtualization technologies such as VMware. I am adept at Shell Scripting, using it to automate tasks and enhance efficiency.
• As a skilled Build and Release Engineer, I have managed the entire software delivery lifecycle, overseeing the deployment process through tools like InstallShield, InstallAnywhere, and Wise Package Studio. My experience includes configuring and maintaining application servers like Tomcat and JBoss.
• I am well-versed in the principles of continuous integration, having successfully implemented Jenkins, Apache Ant, and Apache Maven to ensure seamless development workflows. With a strong foundation in programming and extensive expertise in build and release processes, I am poised to contribute effectively to complex software projects, delivering quality solutions and facilitating smooth, efficient releases.
• SKills: Java, C, C++, HTML, CSS, JSP, PHP,MySql, Oracle, JavaScript, JavaScript,SVN, Perforce, TFS, Unix, Linux, Vmware, Shell Scripting,InstallShield, InstallAnywhere, Wise Package Stidio, Tomcat, Jboss, Programming, Build Engineer, Release Engineer, continuous-integration, Jenkins, Apache Ant, Apache Maven

Sep 2005 – Aug 2006 · 11 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• As a Junior Software Engineer specializing in Java development at Accenture, I gained extensive experience working with a diverse array of tools and technologies to deliver innovative solutions. My role involved automating workflows, managing infrastructure, and streamlining development and deployment processes to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Key Contributions
• Programming Expertise: Developed and maintained applications using Java, C++, PHP, and Python, ensuring scalability and performance.
• Continuous Integration & Deployment: Automated build and deployment pipelines using Jenkins, Urbancode Deploy, and Urbancode Release, significantly reducing time-to-deployment.
• Version Control: Effectively managed codebases and collaborative workflows using CVS, SVN, and Perforce, ensuring seamless version control.
• Unix/Linux Administration: Worked extensively in Linux (including Suse Linux) and Solaris environments, troubleshooting issues and optimizing performance.
• Database Management: Proficient in managing databases using Oracle and PL/SQL, ensuring high availability and integrity of data.
• Automation and Scripting: Leveraged Bash Scripting to automate routine tasks, improving operational efficiency and reducing manual errors.
• Virtualization and Project Management: Utilized VMware for virtualization and Jira for effective project tracking and management.
• Technical Expertise
• Programming Languages: Java, PHP, C++, Python.
• Automation Tools: Jenkins, Urbancode Deploy, Urbancode Release.
• Version Control: CVS, SVN, Perforce.
• Operating Systems: Linux (Suse Linux), Solaris.
• Database Management: Oracle, PL/SQL.
• Scripting: Bash Scripting.
• Virtualization: VMware.