Headline

VP Engineering / Engineering Head | Built & Scaled Global Capability Centers (0→250) | $10M+ Programs | Cloud & Mainframe Modernization | Offshore Delivery Leader

About

GCC Builder | Engineering Leader | Offshore Scale Specialist I build and scale Global Capability Centers (GCCs) from the ground up. Built and scaled GCCs from 0→250+ engineers with <5% attrition, delivering $10M+ programs across cloud transformation and mainframe modernization. Led global engineering and offshore delivery models focused on cost optimization, scalability, and long-term operational stability. Core focus areas: • Global Capability Centers (GCC) • Engineering Leadership (VP Engineering / Head of Engineering) • Offshore Delivery & India GCC setup • Cloud Transformation & Platform Engineering • Mainframe Modernization • Large-scale team building (0→250+) • Cost Optimization & Efficiency My mantra: The path is as important as the destination — done right leads to sustainable success. Keywords: Global Capability Center (GCC), Engineering Leadership, VP Engineering, Head of Engineering, Offshore Delivery, India GCC, Cloud Transformation, Platform Engineering, Digital Transformation, Team Scaling, Cost Optimization Also aligned with roles such as: VP Engineering, Head of Engineering, Delivery Head, GCC Leader

Location

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AI stack

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Work experience

Managing Director, Engineering Head at Cloudangles, Nov 2021 - Mar 2024 · 2 yrs 5 mos, India, Built and scaled a GCC from 0→250 across India & U.S., delivering $10M+ programs with strong cost optimization Built and scaled a Global Capability Center (GCC) across India and the U.S., establishing the foundation for offshore delivery and global operations Defined and executed enterprise strategy spanning engineering, operations, governance, and organizational design, ensuring scalable and predictable growth Established GCC operating model including leadership structure, delivery governance, financial controls, and talent strategy, enabling execution at scale Led cloud transformation, platform engineering, and AI-enabled solution initiatives aligned to customer outcomes and long-term scalability Implemented enterprise-wide cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance frameworks, embedding governance into day-to-day delivery operations Acted as executive sponsor for strategic enterprise customers, driving $XM+ programs, delivery assurance, and long-term account stability Built vendor and partner ecosystem to support scale, cost optimization, and resilient delivery across global operations

Vice President at Innova Solutions, Mar 2017 - Oct 2021 · 4 yrs 8 mos, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Led $8M+ enterprise programs and built offshore delivery capabilities across India, Europe and U.S. Led technology strategy and delivery for $8M+ multi-year enterprise engagements across India and U.S., driving scalable execution and customer outcomes Partnered with sales and business leadership to shape deal strategy, solution positioning, and offshore/GCC delivery models for complex programs Built and scaled engineering and analytics teams from X→Y members, establishing leadership layers and execution discipline across data platforms Delivered enterprise automation and process optimization initiatives using RPA and analytics, improving efficiency and decision-making Acted as executive escalation point for delivery, quality, and customer satisfaction across key accounts

Senior Software Engineering Manager at Oracle, Mar 2010 - Mar 2017 · 7 yrs 1 mo, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Built global engineering foundation across distributed teams and enterprise platforms Led global, distributed product engineering teams delivering enterprise-grade platforms used in large-scale enterprise deployments Established engineering governance, quality frameworks, and release discipline across the product lifecycle, ensuring scalability, compliance, and reliability Owned end-to-end release management across engineering, QA, and delivery teams, enabling predictable and high-quality enterprise software releases Contributed to platform architecture and long-term technical strategy through participation in architecture councils and advisory forums Drove engineering productivity and efficiency improvements through automation, CI/CD pipelines, and standardized development environments

Career transition at Career Break, Feb 2009 - Feb 2010 · 1 yr 1 mo, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Senior Program Manger at Ness Technologies | נס טכנולוגיות, Jul 2001 - Jan 2009 · 7 yrs 7 mos, Hyderabad, Telangana, India, Built and scaled multiple Global Capability Centers (GCCs) for global enterprises (10→300+ team sizes), laying the foundation for offshore delivery and global engineering operations. Built and scaled multiple Global Capability Centers (GCCs) for global enterprises including Franklin Templeton, PayPal, Motive, and M&T Bank, establishing offshore delivery foundations across India and global locations Led large, multi-technology enterprise programs spanning infrastructure modernization, application platforms, and distributed systems across multiple regions Established program governance frameworks covering risk management, financial oversight, and stakeholder reporting, enabling predictable execution in complex global environments Managed cross-functional teams across mainframe, client-server, and distributed technology stacks, ensuring integration, compliance, and operational continuity Acted as primary interface between global delivery teams, client stakeholders, and executive sponsors, aligning execution with business priorities and long-term outcomes

Education

Executive MBA, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, The ICFAI University, Tripura