Vittal Damaraju

Director of Engineering

Hyderabad, Telangana, India19 yrs 8 mos experience

AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

22 years of global leadership experience.
Expert in AI transformation and SaaS architecture.
Proven track record in building high-performing teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and Fintech expert with a strong focus on engineering leadership and AI transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Software EngineeringAi TransformationProduct DevelopmentCloud ComputingProduct ManagementEngineering ManagementSoftware DevelopmentApplication ArchitectureTechnical Support

Other Skills

.NETAI/MLASP.NETAgile MethodologiesAgile Project ManagementAmazon Web Services (AWS)AnsibleApplication DesignArchitectureBudgetingBusiness RequirementsC#Change ManagementCloud ApplicationsCloud Services

About

A transformational leader and visionary with 22 years of global and multi discipline experience in managing and leading incredibly talented teams across the globe. Experience in leading diverse products & services across B2B Marketing, Banking , Product Development and Retail domains. Engineering leader with a strong track record in building Multi-Tenant SAAS Architectured Distributed systems for large enterprises and services to support multi-billion dollar businesses. Accomplished People leader with extensive experience in managing diverse, multi-discipline, geo-distributed teams with history of building best in class teams with inclusive culture. My passion is to drive and inspire excellence in myself and my teams . I take pride in building teams that are committed to delivering growth, customer success and extraordinary results. I am passionate about coaching, mentor and enjoy being part of impactful work.

Experience

19 yrs 8 mos

Total Experience

4 yrs 4 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 2 mos

Current Experience

Ge vernova

Director of Software Engineering

Apr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · On-site

I successfully led the mobile portfolio and analytical teams at GE Vernova, driving significant advancements in product engineering and AI transformation.
Developed and implemented a mobile roadmap that aligned with business objectives, enhancing user experience.
Championed cross-team collaboration, resulting in a 25% improvement in project timelines and delivery.
Leveraged AI technologies to optimize SaaS offerings, increasing customer satisfaction and engagement.
Directed AI/ML initiatives in hybrid cloud environments, enhancing software engineering practices.
Led teams through transformational projects, fostering innovation and collaboration.
Implemented modern AI stack technologies including copilot , claude adoption , driving efficiency.
. Improved efficiency in sdlc process by bringing GenAI based automation in NFR and CICD

Mobile ApplicationsAI/MLSaaSCross-team collaborationSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Software Engineering+1

Oracle

Senior Engineering Manager

Nov 2018 – Jun 2021 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Hyderabad Area, India · On-site

I effectively managed cross-functional collaborations to drive product success and enhance customer experiences.
Drove execution of product strategies, resulting in timely feature releases and improved customer satisfaction.
Organized team-building activities, fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture.
Contributed to architectural planning discussions, ensuring robust feature development in Eloqua.

Product StrategiesCross-functional CollaborationCustomer SatisfactionProduct ManagementEngineering Management

Ncr corporation

Engineering Manager

Sep 2016 – Nov 2018 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Hyderabad Area, India

Led the architecture and design refinement for NCR Silver, enhancing fiscalization, payments, and reporting capabilities.
Developed reusable Android components, streamlining product integration and improving development efficiency.
Collaborated with product and sales teams to ensure successful NCR Silver releases, aligning with market requirements.

ArchitectureDesign RefinementProduct IntegrationSoftware DevelopmentEngineering Management

Wells fargo

Application Architect

Sep 2008 – Jun 2016 · 7 yrs 9 mos · Hyderabad Area, India

Designed and architected international banking applications, enhancing system efficiency and user experience.
Integrated global applications with the core banking platform, ensuring seamless operations across regions.
Conducted regular design and code reviews for the Global Application Middleware service, improving code quality and performance.
Developed custom configurations in Oracle Flexcube, tailoring solutions to meet specific business needs.

Application DesignSystem IntegrationCode ReviewsApplication ArchitectureSoftware Development

Tech mahindra

Sr Technical Associate

Sep 2003 – Sep 2008 · 5 yrs · Hyderabad Area, India

I played a pivotal role in enhancing engineering service applications, achieving measurable improvements in design quality and efficiency.
Developed applications for major clients, including TRW and Caterpillar, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
Designed and implemented a session and identity module, optimizing user authentication and security.
Automated Pro E Software processes, which reduced design errors and improved project timelines.

Engineering Service ApplicationsUser AuthenticationProcess AutomationSoftware DevelopmentTechnical Support