Iyyappan Periyasamy

Experienced Technical Lead with 12 years of expertise in leading cross-functional teams and delivering innovative software solutions. Over 3 years of experience in driving product development, defining technical roadmaps, and aligning engineering efforts with business objectives. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders, managing product backlogs, and optimizing product strategies to create impactful user experiences. Proficient in full-stack technologies, including Node.js, Angular, React.js, and leveraging technical expertise to bridge the gap between engineering teams and business needs. Skilled at ensuring the successful launch of scalable products that meet both technical and market requirements, while fostering a strong, collaborative team environment.

• 2009, B.E. degree in Computer Science and Engineering, Hindusthan College of Engineering, Coimbatore, Anna University, 71%
• 2024, AI Product Management, Pendo
• 2024, PGPMEx, Great Lakes Executive Learning
• 2025, PMP certified, Simply Learn, PMP exam in process

• Product Development & Management: Proficient in defining product roadmaps, aligning technical strategies with business objectives, and delivering high-quality, scalable products.
• Front-end Development: Expertise in building rich, dynamic UIs using JavaScript frameworks, TypeScript, and streaming technologies like Kafka and RabbitMQ.
• Back-end Development: Strong backend experience with Node.js (Express.js, Nest.js) integrating with MongoDB and PostgreSQL.
• Cloud Infrastructure & Deployment: Experienced with GCP, AWS cloud management, and deploying web applications with a focus on performance and scalability.
• Database Management: Hands-on experience in designing and optimizing database structures, ensuring efficient data flow and access.
• CI/CD & DevOps: Knowledgeable in using Jenkins for continuous delivery and deployment pipelines.
• Agile Methodology: Skilled in facilitating Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) to ensure team alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Collaboration & Documentation: Proficient in documenting features, technical specifications, and infrastructure requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to convert business needs into technical specifications.
• AI Integration: Utilization of AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, DeepSeek) for code development, adhering to ethical boundaries.
• Version Control & Tools: Experience with JIRA, Git, and SVN for project and version management.
• Leadership & Team Management: Proven track record in leading multi-disciplinary teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring alignment with business goals.