Amrita Desai — Director of Engineering
👋 Hi there! I'm a seasoned Senior Software Engineering Manager with a rich background in cutting-edge technologies (Web and Windows). I bring a wealth of experience in building robust and scalable applications, now coupled with leadership skills to guide and inspire teams. 🔹 As a manager, I excel in leading cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture, and driving the successful delivery of high-quality projects. My leadership style emphasizes mentorship, continuous improvement, and strategic alignment with business goals. 🔹 My technical expertise spans across a wide range of frameworks and languages, including: ✅ Amazon Web Service (AWS), Kubernetes 🅰️ ✅ Security Practices (Vulnerability management: Blackduck, Checkmark, Twist lock scans) ✅ Infrastructure as a Code (IAAC): Argo, Helm, Terraform, Istio🅰️ ✅ DevOps Practices: CI/CD Pipelines, Jenkins, Docker, Ansible, ServiceNow ⚛️ ✅ Observability: Prometheus, Splunk, Grafana, Dynatrace ✅ Cloud Technologies: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Elastic Search ⚡️ ✅ QA: Manual/Automation testing, Python, Compatibility, Performance, Security, API Testing, ⚡️ 🔹 Additionally, I possess a deep understanding of cloud and host-based Security products such as DLP (Data Loss Prevention), CASB (Cloud access security broker), DELL APEX Subscription, Cloud reporting, IAM as well as encryption-based products. 🔹 As a manager, I prioritize the use of CI/CD tools for continuous integration & deployment, such as Jenkins, Gitlab and Argo CD to ensure a streamlined development process and timely delivery of software releases. ⏩🚀 🔹 Throughout my career, I have successfully delivered high-quality projects by collaborating with cross-functional teams and leveraging agile methodologies. 🔹 My managerial responsibilities also include strategic planning, resource allocation, performance evaluations, and ensuring that projects meet both technical and business objectives. I am committed to fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning within my team. 🔹 I actively lead scrum planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring that the team is aligned, productive, and continuously improving. My focus on agile practices helps to maintain clear communication, set realistic goals, and adapt to changing requirements efficiently. #SoftwareEngineeringManager #TechLeadership #AgileMethodologies #TeamLead #TechMentor #StrategicPlanning #ProjectManagement #ScrumMaster #ContinuousImprovement
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cybersecurity and DevOps expert in the SaaS industry.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 18 yrs 10 mos
Skills
- Devops
- Cloud Security
- Cybersecurity
Career Highlights
- Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams.
- Expertise in cloud security and DevOps practices.
- Strong focus on agile methodologies and continuous improvement.
Work Experience
Procore Technologies
Senior Engineering Manager (1 yr 9 mos)
Dell Technologies
Engineering Manager (1 yr 9 mos)
Trellix
Software Engineering Manager (1 yr)
FireEye, Inc.
Staff Software Engineer (2 yrs 11 mos)
Senior Software QA Engineer (1 yr 2 mos)
Intel Corporation
Senior Cloud Quality Engineer (1 yr 8 mos)
McAfee
Senior Software Engineer (2 yrs 11 mos)
Software QA Engineer (4 yrs 8 mos)
Associate Software QA Engineer (1 yr)
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA at Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies
B.E. at Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Vishwavidyalaya
