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Senior Director – Platform Engineering & SRE | Multi-Cloud | Kubernetes | Cloud Transformation | DevSecOps | AI/ML Infrastructure | FinOps | Engineering Leadership

About

With over a year of experience at Sirion as Sr. Director of Cloud Transformation & DevOps, I lead initiatives across DevOps, SRE, FinOps, CloudOps, Platform Engineering, AI Infrastructure Adoptions and DBA teams. My focus is on building scalable, automated cloud infrastructures and operational frameworks that drive innovation and enhance the reliability of SaaS platforms. My expertise spans architecting and scaling cloud environments on AWS and Azure, designing CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins, GitLab, and Terraform, and championing container orchestration through Kubernetes, Docker, and OpenShift. Dedicated to enabling secure, high-performing systems, I aim to deliver cutting-edge solutions that align with organizational goals for scalability, automation, and operational excellence.

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Pune

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Work experience

Senior Director – Platform Engineering, DevOps & AI/ML Infrastructure | Leadership at Sirion, Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos, Gurugram, Haryana, India, Leading a Dynamic Team of DevOps, SRE, FinOps, CloudOps, Platform Engineering & DBA's Hands-on leader in cloud operations and DevOps strategy, shaping the future of our SaaS platforms through innovation and automation. 1. Leading the design and implementation of large-scale, automated DevOps and CloudOps architectures. 2. Architecting and scaling infrastructure on AWS and Azure with a focus on performance, security, and reliability. 3. Managing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab, Ansible, Terraform, and Helm for seamless application delivery. 4. Championing container orchestration with Kubernetes, Docker, and OpenShift. 5. Overseeing production deployments, system enhancements, and cloud-native application rollouts. 6. Collaborating cross-functionally with Engineering, QA, Product, and IT teams for end-to-end release management. 7. Building a culture of continuous improvement through system monitoring, observability (Prometheus, Nagios), and performance tuning. 8. Administering message queues (Kafka, Pulsar) and version control systems (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, SVN). 9. Delivering deployment documentation and acting as a technical escalation point for customers and stakeholders. 10. Spearheading DevSecOps practices ensuring secure and compliant cloud operations. 11. Providing mentorship, leadership, and support to DevOps/SRE teams. 12. Driving cost optimization initiatives with a FinOps mindset.

Associate Director at Deloitte, Jan 2024 - Apr 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos, Hybrid, Associate Director | Deloitte | ICICI Bank Project (04/2024 – Present) 1. Architected and deployed multiple OpenShift clusters, enhancing scalability and performance. 2. Designed and implemented AirGap OpenShift lifecycle management for secure, restricted environments. 3. Established a resilient, high-performing container platform aligned with banking compliance standards. 4. Reduced operational downtime by 15% through improved disaster recovery strategies. 5. Led DevSecOps adoption, embedding security in CI/CD pipelines for a secure software supply chain. 6. Designed centralized logging aligned with NPCI/RBI compliance, enhancing audit readiness. 7. Spearheaded multi-site OpenShift deployment for Tier-0 banking applications, ensuring seamless BCP. 8. Managed a 30+ member team executing cloud migration projects. 9. Improved platform efficiency by 30% with microservices architecture. 10.Optimized project profitability by $200K annually through cost-effective cloud strategies.

Associate Director at Deloitte, Jul 2023 - Dec 2023 · 6 mos, Gurugram, Haryana, India, Driving Excellence: Navigating Large Deals in Cloud & DevOps It's been an exhilarating journey, engaging with large deals and pioneering innovation in the realm of cloud and DevOps. Over the past year, I've had the privilege to work on many projects that have showcased our commitment to excellence: 1. RFI & RFP Responses: We've passionately tackled Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP), crafting detailed responses that demonstrate our prowess in cloud and DevOps solutions. 2. Customized Approaches: Our team has meticulously designed and developed tailored approaches to meet our customers' unique needs, ensuring we deliver solutions that truly resonate. 3. Detailed Design Documents: We've prepared comprehensive Cloud and DevOps design documents, covering architecture, resourcing, licensing, and Bill of Quantities (BOQ), providing a clear roadmap to success. 4. Project Planning Expertise: Our detailed project planning, including phases from mobilization to project closure, has kept us on track, ensuring successful outcomes every step of the way. 5. Customer Workshops: We've actively engaged in customer workshops, gaining a deeper understanding of their requirements and providing agile support for any urgent or ad-hoc needs. 6. Strengthening Deloitte's Capabilities: Alongside our cloud and engineering teams, we've been dedicated to developing solutions that bolster Deloitte's Cloud & DevOps capabilities, reinforcing our position as industry leaders. 7, Deloitte's CODE Initiative: As part of Deloitte's CODE (Cloud Orchestration and Delivery Excellence) initiative, we've been at the forefront of driving innovation and excellence in cloud and DevOps solutions. These accomplishments stand as a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence and commitment to driving value for our clients. I'm incredibly proud of our team's dedication and expertise, which have made these achievements possible. #Cloud #CODEInitiative #Transformation

Associate Director at Deloitte, Oct 2022 - Apr 2025 · 2 yrs 7 mos, On-site, Associate Director | Deloitte | REA Migration Project (11/2023 – 04/2024) 1. Developed a Terraform-based accelerator for rapid infrastructure provisioning. 2. Designed and implemented 45+ IaC modules for seamless migration. 3. Deployed multiple EKS clusters, boosting reliability and performance. 4. Implemented Istio service mesh for secure and observable microservices communication. 5. Integrated Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, and Dynatrace for end-to-end monitoring. 6. Configured external/internal ingress controllers for optimized traffic flow. 7. Established GitOps workflows using ArgoCD for automated deployments. 8. Increased deployment efficiency by 40% with streamlined CI/CD pipelines.

Director of DevOps at DELOITTE INDIA, Oct 2022 - Mar 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos, Client: ICICI Bank (India's leading private-sector bank). Role: Senior Solutions / Platform Architect.

Solutions Architect DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure at HCL Technologies, Sep 2017 - Nov 2022 · 5 yrs 3 mos, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, Responsible for DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure - AOM Practies, Design & Implementation. ▪ Responsible for Volvo AOD DevOps Planning & Implementation. ▪ Responsible for Volvo AOD Onetime Delivery Projects. ▪ Responsible for Volvo OpenShift / Kubernetes Integration & Implementation. ▪ Responsible for Volvo AWS & GCP Integration & one-time solutions. ▪ Responsible for Factory Master SAP & Citrix Integration & Solution Design. ▪ Solution Architect and Solution design for DR and BCP as per of Operational Stability Program. ▪ IT Infrastructure Management i.e. Design and Implementation. ▪ Leading & Managing OpenShift Team & Scrum /Agile Planning. ▪ Migration of Openshift 3.10 On prime to Azure Environment Openshift 4.6. ▪ Leading Agile SCRUM Planning for VCC Project. ▪ Leading Nexus Migration on Azure Rancher Platform with 10TB of Data.

Infrastructure Architect at HCL Technologies (Clients: Volvo AB, Volvo Cars, UD Trucks), Sep 2017 - Sep 2022 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Consultant at HCL Technologies, Aug 2017 - Nov 2022 · 5 yrs 4 mos, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

Education

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Information Technology, Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation - University

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation - University