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GAURAV PILAY

Pune

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Google, adept in driving digital transformation with expertise in system design and architecture patterns. Spearheaded a team to enhance application modernization, reducing development time by 75%. Renowned for strategic mentorship and innovative problem-solving, excelling in Python and fostering professional growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Application Development & Application Modernization Manager

Google
Pune
12.2022 - Current
  • Leading high-impact application development and modernization portfolios within Emerging Practices GSD, driving innovation and digital transformation, and serving global customers from North America, EMEA, JAPAC, and META regions.
  • Successfully leading and managing a team of over 20 skilled professionals, delivering exceptional results in Apigee, application modernization, and development projects.
  • Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders, including EMs, pursuit leads, CEs, and the broader GTM community members, to drive business growth and maintain a robust pipeline.
  • Provide strategic coaching and mentorship to team members, fostering their professional development, and ensuring ongoing knowledge transfer.
  • Oversee and manage customer and partner engagements, providing strategic leadership, and ensuring project success.
  • Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively handle complex escalations, maintaining client satisfaction, and minimizing disruptions.
  • Developed a solution to generate the code for building branded, custom UI/UX on top of GenAI models.
  • This approach dramatically reduced development time by 75% (from 4 weeks to 1 week), significantly improving efficiency, and saving our organization substantial resources.

Sr. Modernization Architect

Amazon Web Services
Nashville
04.2021 - 11.2022
  • Developed and executed a compelling cloud migration and modernization strategy, effectively communicating the benefits and value proposition to clients.
  • Successfully addressed complex technical challenges and removed obstacles in large-scale cloud migration projects, ensuring smooth transitions for clients.
  • Conducted comprehensive migration and modernization readiness assessments, and developed tailored plans to optimize client outcomes and minimize risks.
  • Fostered strong partnerships with AWS and partner teams to deliver innovative solutions that directly addressed clients' business needs, and accelerated their digital transformation.
  • Led the development of comprehensive project plans, including resource allocation, effort estimation, and team composition, for large-scale migration and modernization initiatives.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with C-level executives and key stakeholders, establishing myself as a trusted advisor and thought leader in the industry.
  • Provided guidance on the optimal technical migration approach, tailoring strategies to meet clients' unique requirements, and maximize the benefits of cloud adoption.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to identify and implement strategic initiatives that delivered measurable value and exceeded client expectations.
  • Received the Bravo Series award for Verizon: Migration and Modernization Journey presentation.

Solutions Architect

Deloitte
Nashville
11.2015 - 04.2021
  • Designed and implemented robust, scalable, and globally accessible Tier 1 and Tier 2 systems for Contact Centers, Workplace Experience, and Client and Market Growth channels.
  • Conducted comprehensive build vs. buy analyses to optimize business investments and maximize ROI.
  • Successfully implemented Amelia VPA, resulting in a 60% reduction in contact center call volume, and improved customer satisfaction.
  • Pioneered the implementation of next-generation identity and access management using computer vision, enhancing security and efficiency.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to application architects and solution architects, fostering their professional development and technical expertise.
  • Led strategic initiatives to drive digital transformation within the platform and architecture group at Deloitte, leveraging Gartner's Hype Cycle to identify emerging technologies and trends.
  • Played a key role in establishing a Center of Excellence for Robotic Process Automation, driving efficiency and innovation.
  • Served as a leader in the Cloud Center of Innovation, the AI Center of Innovation, and the Business Continuity Planning Architecture Review Board, driving strategic initiatives and ensuring operational resilience.
  • Conducted thorough technical evaluations of RFPs to inform build vs. buy decisions, optimizing resource allocation, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Contributed to the recruitment process as an interview panelist for architect positions at Deloitte Application Studios.
  • Received multiple outstanding performance and applause awards for architecture designs and delivery.
  • Won the International Innovation Challenge at Deloitte (Chicago, 2016).

Technical Architect

Synechron
12.2009 - 11.2015
  • Architected and developed a scalable mobile handset insurance enrollment platform for major telecom providers, including AT&T, Verizon, and Bouygues Telecom (France)
  • Contributed to the design and development of enterprise-grade applications using Microsoft technologies, including high-level and low-level design specifications
  • Led the technical aspects of software development projects, overseeing design, development, performance optimization, and code quality
  • Provided technical leadership and support throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring project success and team efficiency
  • Conducted thorough feasibility analyses and accurate effort estimations to inform project planning and resource allocation
  • Created a time-saving code generator platform that accelerated new client launches by 80%, recognized with a Surpass Award in 2012
  • Streamlined reporting processes for the program management team by automating the generation of reports for all managed services teams
  • This innovative solution reduced report generation time from one day to just five minutes, significantly enhancing efficiency and data accessibility
  • Received Surpass Award in 2012
  • Received Employee of the month Award

Technical Specialist

Infosys Technologies
05.2008 - 12.2009
  • Designed and implemented a comprehensive platform for the Government of India to efficiently manage Special Economic Zones (SEZs)
  • Developed a flexible and scalable core component with a pluggable architecture, enabling its integration into various projects and business lines
  • Optimized web application performance through meticulous tuning and code reviews, ensuring optimal efficiency and user experience
  • Provided technical leadership and guidance throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring project success and team efficiency
  • Effectively diagnosed and resolved complex technical problems, ensuring system stability and performance
  • Received most valuable player award for designing & implementing a reusable plugin-based architecture which enabled feature-based selling of a product for different customers

Associate Systems Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services
Pune
10.2004 - 05.2008
  • Contributed to cutting-edge software research and innovation as a developer at TCS Software Research & Innovation Lab (TRDDC).
  • Published a white paper on 'Conceptualization and Realization of Smart Next Generation Process' at the Technical Architects Conference (TacTics) in Hyderabad.
  • Developed various third-party add-ins (Rational Rose, Word, Visio) for the platform.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Electronics

Bharati Vidyapeeth’s college of Engineering
Pune
12.2004

Skills

  • System design
  • Architecture patterns
  • Go
  • Python
  • ReactJS
  • C#
  • JS
  • CSS
  • GraphQL
  • MS SQL
  • DynamoDB
  • DB2
  • RPA
  • Alexa Skill Development
  • Amelia IPSoft
  • Computer vision using OpenCV
  • AWS
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Flutter
  • IOS development using XCode and Swift 30
  • OutSystems
  • SVN
  • Git
  • TFS
  • Cloud Formation
  • Terraform

Certification

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
  • MIT Sloan & MIT CSAIL Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy Program

Publications

  • Math behind Multiple Linear Regression, 2018, https://gauravpilay.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/MyArticles/Math+Behind+Multiple+Linear+Regression.pdf
  • Math behind Simple Linear Regression, 2018, https://gauravpilay.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/MyArticles/Simple+Linear+Regression+-+v2.pdf
  • Conceptualization and Realization of Smart Next Generation Process, https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/gauravpilay/MyArticles/Next+Generation+Process.pdf
  • Diving into IAM Roles for Service Accounts, https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/containers/diving-into-iam-roles-for-service-accounts/
  • MIT Solve 2020 Challenge Submission, https://solve.mit.edu/challenges/health-security-pandemics/solutions/23006

Keyhighlights

  • Leading Application Modernization and Development portfolios within Emerging Practices (GSD), managing a team of 20+ professionals.
  • Worked as a Sr. Modernization Architect in AWS Professional Services and leading Migration and Modernization engagements for a leading Telco customers.
  • Worked as AWS Advisor & SME in Deloitte Application studios guiding & mentoring teams on cloud adoption and application design.
  • Co-led Cloud Practice in Deloitte Application Studios.
  • Co-led AI Practice in Deloitte Application Studios.
  • Was Member of Architecture Review Board for Business Continuity Planning (DR) in Deloitte.
  • Won International Innovation Challenge in Deloitte (Chicago - 2016).
  • Developed a socially impactful mobile application (in Flutter) to track essential supplies during the COVID-19 crisis. This independent project was submitted on the MIT Solve 2020 challenge, demonstrating my passion for technology and social good.

Accomplishments

  • Won International Innovation Challenge in Deloitte (Chicago - 2016)
  • Received multiple outstanding performance & applause awards for Architecture designs and delivery

Affiliations

  • Developed a socially impactful mobile application (in Flutter) to track essential supplies during the COVID-19 crisis. This independent project was submitted on the MIT Solve 2020 challenge (https://solve.mit.edu/challenges/health-security-pandemics/solutions/23006), demonstrating my passion for technology and social good.

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Application Development & Application Modernization Manager

Google
12.2022 - Current

Sr. Modernization Architect

Amazon Web Services
04.2021 - 11.2022

Solutions Architect

Deloitte
11.2015 - 04.2021

Technical Architect

Synechron
12.2009 - 11.2015

Technical Specialist

Infosys Technologies
05.2008 - 12.2009

Associate Systems Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services
10.2004 - 05.2008

Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Electronics

Bharati Vidyapeeth’s college of Engineering

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