Prasad Chandane

Director of Engineering

India16 yrs 5 mos experience

Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

Led major cloud initiatives across complex SaaS landscapes.
Expert in cloud architecture and digital transformation.
Proven track record in enhancing system reliability and security.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS Infrastructure Architect with expertise in cloud migration and digital transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Cloud ArchitectureInfrastructure ManagementDigital TransformationSecurity ManagementProject ManagementCloud MigrationInfrastructure AutomationCloud StrategyApplication ManagementDatabase AdministrationChange ManagementOperational Management

Other Skills

AnsibleOCISplunkAzureDevSecOpsAgileSecurityAccess ControlData ReplicationInfrastructure OptimizationDevOpsAWSDatabase ManagementOracle BICloud Infrastructure

About

I am a Common Man who builds systems with both vision and precision. I approach technology like a learning machine: I constantly learn, unlearn, and relearn, staying ahead of emerging tools, cloud trends, and architectural patterns.I have led central infrastructure, security, and cloud initiatives across complex SaaS landscapes, overseeing critical platforms while ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. My experience spans cloud architecture (OCI, Azure, AWS), digital transformation, OTM/TMS platforms, and integration strategies, enabling business outcomes at scale.I enjoy collaborating with teams who are intelligent, visionary, and sincere, turning complexity into clarity and delivering measurable business impact.If you are building systems that scale, innovate, and endure, I bring both the strategic vision and operational rigor to make it happen.

Experience

16 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs 6 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 2 mos

Current Experience

Dhl

Senior Architect

Apr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

Leading the Central Infrastructure & Security Team overseeing one of the largest OTM SaaS footprints, driving continuous optimization and implementing niche initiatives that improved system reliability and operational efficiency.
Directed security, access control, data replication, and performance strategy for the multi-year “Transport of Tomorrow” digital transformation, enabling seamless scaling and strengthening platform stability for global operations.
Delivered the OTM v6.5.2 → v6.5.3 migration on Azure (IaaS) ahead of schedule, streamlining infrastructure and improving platform resilience through cloud-native best practices.
Collaborated with Infrastructure Automation teams using DevSecOps and Agile practices to reduce manual effort, accelerate releases, and ensure consistent, secure deployments.
Managed automated quarterly OTM 6.5.3 patching, cutting execution time and maintaining compliance while minimizing business disruption.
Led end-to-end security patching initiatives, closing critical vulnerabilities rapidly and strengthening overall security posture across all environments.
Implemented proactive monitoring using Azure Log Analytics, Splunk, and custom Python/Shell/SQL tooling, enabling real-time issue detection, faster incident response, and prevention of high-severity outages.

AnsibleOCISplunkAzureDevSecOpsAgile+2

Ey

Manager

May 2016 – Apr 2024 · 7 yrs 11 mos

Led the TMS & OCI Presales Team at EY, driving successful client engagements and securing high-value opportunities in logistics and supply chain technology.
Directed an Infrastructure Automation team using DevOps and Agile frameworks, streamlining deployments and boosting operational efficiency across multiple projects.
Managed OTM v6.4.3 → v6.5.2 upgrade on Azure (IaaS), optimizing cloud infrastructure and enhancing enterprise system reliability.
Oversaw 19c database upgrades for OTM 6.4.3, ensuring smooth transitions and high-performance database operations for leading logistics clients.
Led OTM v6.4.3 upgrade on Azure for a global logistics market leader, standardizing processes and improving cross-geography system stability.
Managed AWS → Azure migration, simplifying infrastructure and enhancing maintainability while supporting critical business workflows.
Delivered multiple JDA / Blue Yonder TMS projects, driving master data maintenance, implementations, and upgrades aligned with business goals.
Developed Oracle BI reports (On-Premises + Cloud), translating business requirements into actionable insights for operational and strategic decision-making.
Conducted three technical assessments for OTM On-Premises → Cloud migration, creating actionable roadmaps for seamless adoption and optimization.
Led OTM v6.2.8 → v6.4.1 upgrade and ongoing DBA support for India’s largest and Asia’s second-largest paints corporation, ensuring system continuity and operational reliability.
Executed OTM v6.3.6 & SAP GRC integration (Access Control via SAP AVM), strengthening governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
Implemented proactive monitoring for applications and databases at no additional cost, saving software license fees and improving operational visibility.

DevOpsAgileAzureAWSDatabase ManagementOracle BI+2

Ibm

Package Solution Consultant: Oracle Edge

Sep 2014 – May 2016 · 1 yr 8 mos

Led two OTM Support Projects, managing technical, functional, and DBA activities to maintain system stability and deliver uninterrupted business operations.
Owned the OTM application during Data Centre migration, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal disruption to critical workflows and operations.
Directed end-to-end OTM 6.2.x version migration, upgrading functionality and streamlining processes to enhance system reliability for operational teams.

OTMDBA ActivitiesData Centre MigrationApplication ManagementDatabase Administration

Tieto

Database Administrator

Nov 2011 – Sep 2014 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Managed OTMaaS (Private Cloud), ensuring high availability and seamless operations for enterprise clients.
Led OTM Support Projects for Shipment & Rate Management, streamlining processes and accelerating issue resolution for critical workflows.
Implemented Oracle RODOD solution, including Oracle EBS R12 installation and upgrade to 12.1.3, enhancing system reliability and functionality.
Served as Change Manager for OTMaaS servers, executing major system changes with minimal operational disruption.
Optimized SAP MM master data uploads across multiple environments, improving data accuracy and reducing manual processing time.

OTMaaSOracle RODODSAP MMDatabase AdministrationChange Management

Clover infotech

Technical Associate

Jan 2010 – Nov 2011 · 1 yr 10 mos

Managed 350+ production database servers, ensuring high availability and supporting mission-critical business operations across the enterprise.
Directed weekly capacity planning and performance optimization, preventing outages, streamlining resource usage, and maintaining peak database performance.

Database ManagementCapacity PlanningPerformance OptimizationDatabase AdministrationOperational Management