Sankar Ramaswamy

Software Engineer

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India2 yrs 10 mos experience

AI ML PractitionerHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Reduced manual test effort by 40% through automation.
Automated critical database operations, cutting execution time by 60%.
Developed RESTful APIs to streamline database management.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Site Reliability Engineer with strong automation and database management skills in a SaaS environment.

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Skills

Core Skills

Software EngineeringTest AutomationSite Reliability EngineeringDatabase ManagementAutomation

Other Skills

PythonJavaAnsibleMySQLDjangoRedisMongoDBSoftwareSoftware TestingTechnical OperationsSystem AdministrationRisk ManagementAnalytical SkillsData StructuresQuality Assurance

About

Inspired by the transformative potential of technology, I ventured into the field of Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) as an intern shortly after graduating from college. Recognizing the impact of programming in driving a business, I was drawn to the SRE domain, eager to contribute to team success and gain practical experience in optimizing system performance. With a focus on creating robust yet elegant solutions, I thrive on the opportunity to learn and contribute to the operational aspects of software systems. Constantly seeking new challenges, I am motivated by the potential to leverage my skills and expertise to drive operational excellence and ensure reliable and efficient digital experiences. Skills/Interests: Python: Proficient in utilizing Python for automation, system monitoring, and incident response. Angular: Developing skills in building dynamic and responsive web applications using the Angular framework. Flask & Django: Gaining experience in building robust and scalable web applications using Flask and Django frameworks. Ansible: Acquiring knowledge in using Ansible for configuration management and infrastructure automation. Oracle DB & MongoDB: Gaining exposure to managing and optimizing Oracle and MongoDB databases. C++ & Java: Proficient in C++ and Java programming languages, enabling me to contribute to the development of reliable software solutions.

Experience

2 yrs 10 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 10 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 10 mos

Current Experience

Cisco

3 roles

Software Engineer 2

Promoted

Mar 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos

Developed and maintained test automation scripts using Python and pyATS, reducing manual test effort by 40% across key modules.
Contributed to backend feature enhancements in Java.
Improved automation coverage by 30% and cut test development time by 25% through custom Python modules and reusable utility functions.
Collaborated cross-functionally with QA and Dev teams to triage and debug issues, accelerating root cause identification by 30%.
Streamlined testing workflows by automating regression and sanity test suites, reducing overall test cycle time by 2+ hours per release.

PythonJavaTest AutomationSoftware Engineering

Site Reliability Engineer

Aug 2023 – Mar 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos

Automated critical database operations using Ansible, reducing manual effort by 60% and cutting task execution time by 3+ hours per week.
Served as a MySQL SME, supporting L1–L3 teams and resolving high-priority issues, reducing MTTR (mean time to resolution) by 40%.
Developed RESTful APIs using the Django framework to streamline DB management, reducing manual touchpoints by 50% and improving operational consistency.
Automated DB patching and refresh workflows using Python, reducing deployment time by 70% and minimizing manual errors.
Built and maintained Flask and FastAPI services to automate Redis DB tasks, improving efficiency and cutting routine operational cycles by 2–3 hours per instance.
Leveraged Ansible for DB compliance and risk management automation, increasing audit readiness and reducing compliance check cycles by 80%.
Actively debugged and resolved system-level issues in MySQL and Oracle DB, shortening downtime and improving RCA turnaround time by 30–50%.

AnsibleMySQLDjangoPythonRedisSite Reliability Engineering+1

Technical Intern

Jan 2023 – Jul 2023 · 6 mos

As an SRE Intern:
Played a key role in the development of an automated disaster recovery activation solution, showcasing my proficiency in disaster recovery, automation, and system resilience.
Demonstrated expertise in UI development, showcasing my skills in front-end technologies and user experience design.
Applied my knowledge of backend programming to contribute to the robustness and efficiency of the solution.
Utilized Ansible for automation, highlighting my proficiency in configuration management and infrastructure orchestration.
Leveraged MongoDB for database management, showcasing my understanding of modern database technologies.
Collaborated closely with a talented team, demonstrating my ability to work effectively in cross-functional environments.
Contributed to Cisco IT's mission of ensuring uninterrupted business operations, emphasizing my commitment to supporting organizational goals and objectives.

AnsibleMongoDBSoftwareSite Reliability EngineeringAutomation