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Kannadasan G

Kannadasan G

Chennai

Summary

Enterprise .NET and Azure Architect with over 15 years of experience in crafting scalable, cloud-native, and AI-enabled enterprise solutions. Specializes in Azure architecture, microservices, distributed systems, and DevOps automation using .NET Core to deliver secure, high-performance platforms. Certified as an Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure AI Engineer Associate, and SAFe 6 Agilist, driving enterprise modernization initiatives with expertise. Recognized for contributions to innovation and startup ecosystem assessment as a panel member for the Student Startup Venture Grant Evaluation at VIT Vellore.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Architect – Technology

Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
Chennai, India
01.2025 - Current

Client: World Bank Group

  • Designed and implemented AI-powered agents for OneCMS and HR operational workflows, automating manual processes and reducing request handling time by 40%+, improving operational efficiency across departments.
  • Architected and deployed an automated SharePoint document archival system, optimizing storage utilization by 35–45% through intelligent archival based on access frequency and file size, resulting in significant reduction in storage costs.
  • Integrated Azure AI services (CLU, Azure Cognitive Search) to deliver AI-driven search and classification capabilities, improving document discovery accuracy by 50% and reducing manual data lookup efforts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders and business leaders to translate complex requirements into scalable technical architectures

Senior Lead Software Engineer

Virtusa Consulting Services
Chennai, India
03.2022 - 01.2025

Client : Pratt & Whitney

  • Engineered robust microservices solutions on Azure, optimizing Pratt & Whitney's MRO collaboration dashboard for improved operational efficiency.
  • Designed event-driven workflows using Azure Service Bus, improving throughput by 35%.
  • Evaluated and implemented architectural solutions focused on improving performance and ensuring long-term resilience.
  • Guided engineers in mastering system design architecture and implementing best practices.

Assistant Technical Lead

SSG Consulting Pvt Ltd
Chennai, India
11.2019 - 03.2022

Client : Cornerstone Home Lending, USA

  • Designed Azure-hosted microservices for a lending platform, reducing processing time by 30%.
  • Built secure, scalable REST APIs using .NET Core and SQL Server.
  • Led agile execution and improved release predictability.

Senior Software Engineer

DSRC
Chennai, India
10.2017 - 11.2019
  • Developed and managed ResourceXpress Cloud, a centralized SaaS application for efficient booking of meeting rooms, desks, and huddle spaces.
  • Contributed to application framework design, enhancing system architecture.
  • Collaborated on API and database design projects to optimize data management and integration.
  • Analyzed and improved API performance metrics while implementing security protocols to safeguard data integrity.
  • Provided comprehensive post-implementation support to enhance system functionality and user satisfaction.

Technical Lead

Sulekha.com
Chennai, India
03.2011 - 10.2017
  • Oversaw end-to-end implementation of customer-facing platforms to enhance user experience.
  • Executed system design and CI/CD integration to streamline release management processes.
  • Led teams of up to eight engineers to drive project success.
  • Contributed to team success, earning Sixer Award for outstanding performance.

Education

B.E. - Electronics & Communication Engineering

GTEC, Anna University
Vellore, India
05-2009

HSC - Maths, Science & Biology

Govt Boys Higher Secondary School - KV Kuppam
Vellore, India
05-2005

Skills

  • System Design & Architecture
  • Microservices/Event-Driven Systems
  • High Availability & Scalability
  • Performance Optimization
  • People Management
  • Agile Project Management
  • Cross Functional Collaboration
  • NET Core / C#Net / Angular
  • Web API / Python/ SQL Server
  • Azure App Service & VM
  • Azure Functions & Service Bus
  • Azure Storage & AI Services

Certification

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate
  • Certified SAFe 6 Agilist

Achievements

  • Built and led 3 high-performing teams from scratch, each with 6+ members, fostering collaboration and innovation from the ground up
  • Initiated tech stack & cloud optimization that resulted in cost savings of up to 30%.

INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT

Panel Member – Student Startup Venture Grant Evaluation, VIT Vellore

Timeline

Architect – Technology

Cognizant Technology Solutions, CTS
01.2025 - Current

Senior Lead Software Engineer

Virtusa Consulting Services
03.2022 - 01.2025

Assistant Technical Lead

SSG Consulting Pvt Ltd
11.2019 - 03.2022

Senior Software Engineer

DSRC
10.2017 - 11.2019

Technical Lead

Sulekha.com
03.2011 - 10.2017

HSC - Maths, Science & Biology

Govt Boys Higher Secondary School - KV Kuppam

B.E. - Electronics & Communication Engineering

GTEC, Anna University
Kannadasan G