Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
LANGUAGES
Hobbies and Interests
Domain Knowledge
Websites
Timeline
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Kathirvel Perumal

Kathirvel Perumal

Chennai

Summary

Seasoned IT leader with 25+ years of diverse experience in XR practice leadership, digital innovation, delivery management, and end-to-end solution design and implementation. Currently heading the XR, Games, and Spatial Experiences Practice at TCS Interactive, driving immersive technology initiatives across global engagements.

Seeking a senior executive or leadership role with XR/3D-focused product companies or captive centers in India, with a vision to build and scale cutting-edge immersive solutions that seamlessly integrate creativity, technology, and user-centric design.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Tech Practice Head-XR Games Metaverse

Tata Consultancy Services, TCS
08.2012 - Current
  • Lead end-to-end strategic initiatives (sales through delivery) for XR, Games, and 3D Spatial Design solutions across industries and global markets.
  • Defined and executed the TCS XR roadmap, including strategic partnerships with industry leaders, talent development programs, and dedicated studio-to-customer collaboration models.
  • Delivered multiple XR engagements for marquee clients such as J&J, Pfizer, GE, Cummins, BestBuy, CUA, Kearney, Dayton, JLR, and Titan.
  • Strong cross-domain expertise in the digital ecosystem, spanning AI, Mobile (Native & Hybrid), Web, UX/UI, IoT, Digital Marketing, eCommerce, Analytics, Blockchain, Cloud, Social Media, Open Source platforms, and CMS solutions.
  • Managed multi-channel engagements with global enterprises including BOA, PMI, AXA, VitalityHealth, Tata Sons, and BSC.
  • Consistently grew accounts by sustaining existing customers through business mining and securing an average of two new logos annually.

Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
05.2005 - 07.2012
  • Led customer-facing engagements onsite in the USA for Getty Images, Office Depot, and Intuit, achieving ~35% YoY business growth through strong relationship management and delivery excellence.
  • Directed end-to-end delivery of Oracle ERP applications, overseeing design, development, implementation, and production support with measurable business impact.
  • Managed global service operations for State Street, ensuring SLA adherence and operational excellence through effective offshore–onsite coordination and high-performing team leadership.
  • Strengthened client partnerships by serving as a trusted advisor for Fortune 500 customers, enhancing long-term engagement and account growth.
  • Built techno-functional expertise across Oracle Applications (AR, AP, GL, INV, OM, PO, iProc, iExpenses, CDH), Oracle Fusion BPEL, SQL/PL-SQL, and Oracle 10g, enabling delivery of complex enterprise solutions.

Module Lead

Satyam Computers Services Ltd
04.2004 - 04.2005
  • Led Oracle ERP implementation and customization for Cisco Systems, USA, focusing on the Quote-to-Cash (QTC) cycle.

Technical Lead

ProtechSoft Systems
07.2002 - 04.2004

Designed and implemented Port Operations Management system for Mormugao Port Trust, Goa, covering Marine, Traffic, and Cargo Handling modules using Oracle Forms, Reports, SQL, and PL/SQL.

Programmer and Sr Developer

Pentasoft Technologies Limited
10.2000 - 06.2002

Streamlined HR and payroll operations at Tuticorin Port Trust by designing and implementing a Personnel Information System covering Attendance, Leave, Loan, Advances, GPF, Payroll, and Pension modules, leveraging Oracle Forms, Reports, SQL, and PL/SQL.

Education

PhD -

Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute Open University
09.2025

Master of Science - Human Excellence

Bharathidasan University
03.2020 - 03.2021

MCA - undefined

Indira Gandhi National Open University
01.2003

CIC - undefined

Indira Gandhi National Open University
01.1999

PGDCA - undefined

SISI Academy, Govt. Of India
01.1998

BSc - undefined

Kamaraj College, Manonmanium Sundaranar University
01.1997

Skills

  • Visionary Leadership
  • Strategic Execution
  • Customer Centric
  • Mentoring
  • Innovator
  • Presentation
  • Gamification

Accomplishments

  • Engaged directly with CEO, business heads, board members, and directors to present success stories, strategic achievements, and growth opportunities.
  • Managed $5M in direct deliveries, built a $15M qualified pipeline, and influenced ~$100M in indirect opportunities.
  • Established TCS as an industry leader in XR and 3D through solution execution, analytical insights, and multiple industry awards.
  • Spearheaded solution offerings and branding initiatives at international forums, roadshows, and global events.
  • Pursuing a PhD in VR and AI for Healthcare; first Scopus-indexed journal published, with thesis completion targeted by next year.
  • Honored with multiple awards, including Government recognition for educational games and Tata Sons Best Innovation (4-time finalist).
  • Consistently achieved an average Customer Satisfaction Index >92% across engagements.
  • Skilled in leading XR/3D ecosystems: Unity, Unreal Engine, Blender, 3DS Max, Maya, WebXR tools; proficient with XR devices including Meta Quest, Apple Vision Pro, HTC Vive, Lenovo ThinkReality, and MS HoloLens.

Certification

  • Gamification
  • NVIDIA Sales
  • PMP
  • CSM
  • SAFe Agilist
  • Design Thinking
  • ITIL V3

LANGUAGES

English
Tamil

Hobbies and Interests

Immersive Technology

Hackathon

Ideation

Reading Books

CSR Initiatives

Content writing

Team building

Domain Knowledge

  • LifeScience
  • Manufacturing
  • Energy sector
  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Travel and Hospitality
  • Banking and Insurance
  • Retail
  • Utilities

Timeline

Master of Science - Human Excellence

Bharathidasan University
03.2020 - 03.2021

Tech Practice Head-XR Games Metaverse

Tata Consultancy Services, TCS
08.2012 - Current

Project Manager

Wipro Technologies
05.2005 - 07.2012

Module Lead

Satyam Computers Services Ltd
04.2004 - 04.2005

Technical Lead

ProtechSoft Systems
07.2002 - 04.2004

Programmer and Sr Developer

Pentasoft Technologies Limited
10.2000 - 06.2002

MCA - undefined

Indira Gandhi National Open University

CIC - undefined

Indira Gandhi National Open University

PGDCA - undefined

SISI Academy, Govt. Of India

BSc - undefined

Kamaraj College, Manonmanium Sundaranar University

PhD -

Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute Open University
Kathirvel Perumal