Rajesh Bandari — CEO

As a Microsoft Cloud & Databricks Platform Architect with 14+ years in IT and 7+ years focused on Azure cloud architecture and data platform modernization, I help organizations transform their digital landscape, optimize costs, and drive operational excellence. I specialize in cloud strategy, platform modernization, FinOps, observability, and high-performance data engineering, with extensive experience leading enterprise programs and migrations. Platform Modernization & Migration I lead large-scale initiatives, including HMS to Unity Catalog, Presto to DBSQL, classic compute to serverless compute, sector data lake modernization, and SQL Warehouse PRO to serverless migration. I drive adoption of Azure & Databricks best practices, DBR upgrades, benchmarking, POCs, and scalable architecture. Observability & Governance I implement platform observability and governance frameworks, enabling proactive monitoring, anomaly detection, secure deployments, and effective decision-making. I establish code review processes and compliance models across platforms. FinOps & Cost Optimization I deliver strategic cloud cost management, achieving $60M+ in savings through forecasting, budgeting, optimization, and efficiency initiatives—ensuring performance and financial accountability. Leadership & Collaboration I lead platform engineers, data engineering, and FinOps teams, managing multiple programs, cross-functional collaboration, and alignment with business goals. I work closely with Databricks and Microsoft to resolve platform issues, implement solutions, and perform RCA for complex challenges. Innovation & POCs I drive proof-of-concept projects to adopt new Azure & Databricks features, benchmark performance, and build scalable, high-impact solutions. Enterprise Platform Expertise Databricks Lakehouse & Unity Catalog Governance High-Performance Data Engineering & Platform Architecture Azure Cloud Architecture, Cost-Efficient Compute, Optimized Storage Multi-Cloud Strategy, Benchmarking, & Feature Evaluation Certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203) Azure Data Analyst Associate (PL-300) Databricks Lakehouse Fundamentals Databricks Design Architect Azure Databricks Platform Architect

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS Cloud Architect with expertise in data engineering and cost optimization.

Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Experience: 14 yrs 7 mos