AI Engineering | Databases | AWS | RAG & LLM Platforms | Ex- Expedia | AI Governance | AI Security

India

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

Noida

Gurgoan








B.E, Computer Engineering
Pune university
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Cloud and AI Lead with over 17 years of experience specializing in enterprise cloud, database, and platform modernization. My passion lies in leveraging deep technical expertise and strategic delivery leadership to drive large-scale digital transformation initiatives. I am committed to architecting innovative, high-performance, and compliant solutions that optimize operational efficiency and enhance scalability for global enterprises. My experience spans across various industries, where I have successfully managed complex programs and aligned cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions on time and within budget. Throughout my career, I have developed a proven track record in architecting and operationalizing DBaaS platforms, as well as implementing AI-driven solutions that improve intelligence and response times. I possess strong technical skills in cloud platforms, databases, and programming, which I utilize to deliver innovative solutions that reduce costs and accelerate business outcomes. I am excited to continue my journey in cloud modernization and database management, driving impactful change in organizations. Key Achievements: - Automated Oracle GoldenGate deployments on AWS, significantly reducing setup time and eliminating manual errors. - Built an AI-powered RAG-based engineering search solution, enhancing developer productivity by 70%. - Led AWS cost reduction initiatives, achieving a 75% reduction in infrastructure costs through effective resource utilization. - Successfully managed large-scale Oracle Exadata migrations, improving system uptime by 22% and reducing transaction failures by 20%. - Architected and deployed a DBaaS platform that reduced provisioning timelines by 60% and standardized global deployments.
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Lead Solutions Architect (AI For Tech) at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 8 mos, India, • Platform & DevEx: Engineered AI-powered Engineering Search solution using RAG and LLMs, improving developer productivity by 70% • Program Leadership: Led cross-functional teams across engineering, platform, and security to deliver AI-driven platform capabilities aligned with enterprise priorities • Event-Driven Architecture: Automated Oracle Goldengate deployments on AWS via Terraform for real-time data synchronization • Strategic Architecture: Defined mid-to-long-term roadmap for legacy modernization using Generative AI, reducing manual effort by 50% • Execution Oversight: Managed dependencies, risks, and delivery milestones across multiple teams ensuring timely and high-quality releases • Shift-Left Strategy: Implemented DevSecOps practices at IDE level, reducing build costs by 30%
Architect at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Mar 2022 - Aug 2026 · 4 yrs 6 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Sr. DBA - Lead at Expedia Group, Oct 2018 - Feb 2022 · 3 yrs 5 mos, Gurgaon, Haryana, India, As the Lead Program Manager for the DBA Practice at Expedia Group, I managed large-scale Oracle Exadata migrations, ensuring risk mitigation and stakeholder alignment. I conceptualized and deployed a self-service DB user provisioning portal, which reduced access lead time by 70% while enhancing governance and audit compliance. My role also involved executing cloud cost optimization strategies and leading cross-functional teams in zero-downtime migrations across various platforms. Achievements: - Managed large-scale Oracle Exadata migration, improving system uptime by 22% and reducing transaction failures by 20%. - Conceptualized and deployed an AD-integrated self-service DB user provisioning portal, reducing access lead time by 70%. - Executed capacity planning and automation strategies, achieving a 75% reduction in infrastructure costs. - Led zero-downtime migrations across Hive and MongoDB platforms, coordinating engineering, security, and operations teams.
Sr. DBA at Adobe, Apr 2015 - Sep 2018 · 3 yrs 6 mos, Noida, In my role as Module DBA Lead at Adobe, I was responsible for architecting and deploying an automated Database-as-a-Service platform. This initiative reduced provisioning timelines by 60% and standardized global deployments. I also managed MySQL and MongoDB production systems, ensuring high availability and performance for enterprise workloads while leading compliance initiatives for GDPR readiness. Achievements: - Architected and deployed an automated DBaaS platform, reducing provisioning timelines by 60%. - Managed MySQL and MongoDB production systems with 99.99% uptime for enterprise workloads. - Led GDPR readiness programs for enterprise database ecosystems, implementing encryption and audit frameworks.
Sr. DBA at Sapient, Jan 2013 - Apr 2015 · 2 yrs 4 mos, Gurgoan
DBA at Sears Holdings Corporation, Jun 2011 - Jan 2013 · 1 yr 8 mos
B.E, Computer Engineering, Pune university