Laxman S
Bangalore
Summary
Innovative Technical Lead with strong focus on driving software development initiatives. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, deliver complex projects, and implement cutting-edge solutions. Skilled in identifying and resolving technical challenges, fostering collaboration, and enhancing productivity. Committed to delivering robust, scalable, and high-quality software products that align with business goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Lead
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Bengaluru
01.2023 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver software projects within time and budget constraints.
- Managed project timelines, risks, and priorities to optimize team performance.
- Provided mentorship and career development guidance to junior engineers.
- Managed technical team in addressing and resolving tickets for SharePoint, Power Platform, Teams, OneDrive, and Planner.
- Streamlined SharePoint architecture, reducing over 90 sites and adopting out-of-the-box web parts for Global and Regional News and targeted Ads for Business Units & Regions.
- Spearheaded rebranding of SharePoint Site Template, overseeing operations of landing site to improve user experience.
- Conducted training for new joiners in SharePoint, Power Apps, and React JS, facilitating quicker adaptation to technologies.
- Collaborated with product managers to define technical requirements and roadmaps.
- Provided accurate estimations for project enhancements, ensuring resource allocation aligned with project scopes.
- Conducted code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to best practices.
- Implemented agile methodologies to improve team efficiency and deliverables.
- Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues impacting project progress.
- Developed reusable components for Power Apps and SharePoint to optimize project workflows.
- Designed and implemented responsive user interfaces in Power Apps from scratch, focusing on user experience and functionality.
- Contributed to SharePoint Framework Projects, enhancing the platform's capabilities and user engagement.
- Stayed abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.
- Facilitated communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Innovated data visualization by integrating Streamlit UI with Databricks, eliminating the need for SQL as an intermediate storage solution.
Senior Associate
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Bengaluru
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Streamlined project team workflows through effective ticket categorisation and development of automation tools, improving project execution.
- Conducted analysis of project tickets within the Business Unit to assess automation potential, leading to enhanced efficiency and improved project delivery timelines.
- Recommended process improvements by identifying and eliminating redundant ticketing procedures, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Advocated for the adoption of advanced tools and software upgrades to meet project requirements and maintain technological leadership.
- Collaborated with multiple project teams to accurately estimate and plan resource needs for future projects, ensuring effective forecasting and resource allocation.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones were met within established deadlines and budgetary guidelines.
- Developed reusable components for SharePoint, Power Platform, and PowerShell Scripts to improve tool efficiency and increase team productivity.
- Led training sessions for junior staff members, focusing on skill enhancement and the promotion of industry best practices.
- Performed in-depth research and development on the latest Microsoft software releases to ensure the company stays at the forefront of industry developments.
Senior Project Engineer
Wipro Technologies
Bangalore
09.2015 - 11.2021
- Managed Wipro Conversational Assistant project, overseeing development and maintenance of dashboards and chatbots to improve client engagement.
- Implemented Microsoft Bot Framework Chatbots for various clients, playing a key role in securing multiple business deals.
- Executed Azure Search implementation for an Oil and Gas Company, enhancing document search capabilities to streamline information retrieval.
- Customized Azure Search with a Custom Skill Set and integrated OCR technology to extract information from images and documents.
- Developed and trained Language Understanding models for sectors including Airport, Finance, HR, Oil and Gas, and Telecom.
- Created and managed Knowledge Bases for Office 365, Dynamics 365, and client-specific products to support Chatbot responses.
- Implemented Feedback Learning for Chatbots to address unanswered queries and developed an Analytics Dashboard for interaction monitoring.
- Designed and implemented SharePoint SPFX Dynamic Content WebParts, improving web content management.
- Led the analysis and conceptualization of Microsoft Technology proposals, aligning with customer requirements for Wipro's Microsoft Solutions team.
- Developed and presented Proof of Concept demonstrations, illustrating proposed solutions' value and capabilities to clients.
- Maintained up-to-date expertise in Microsoft Technologies such as Azure, Microsoft Flow, PowerApps, Blazor, and SharePoint Online.
- Adhered to agile methodologies, ensuring timely completion of projects and POCs with a commitment to error-free solution delivery.
- Received appreciation emails from customers and delivery managers for delivering efficient solutions to complex problems.
- Consistently achieved a 5-Star Rating in quarterly performance reviews, demonstrating a high level of dedication and skill.
- Automated the Interviewer Feedback process and established an approval workflow for COVID-19 Travel Passes, streamlining organizational processes.
- Integrated OCR with Chatbots and Azure Search, advancing data extraction capabilities for improved information retrieval.
Project Engineer
Wipro Technologies
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Achieved a 98% on-time delivery rate for project milestones, adhering to strict timelines set by senior management.
- Employed agile methodology to enhance team efficiency and responsiveness to changing project requirements.
- Spearheaded the implementation of innovative features for the Email Automation Tools, enhancing overall functionality.
- Applied comprehensive understanding of coding standards to deliver quality-assured updates and modifications to WTP.
- Maintained Wipro Transformation Platform Tool (WTP) source code, ensuring effective migration of SharePoint to SharePoint Online.
- Acquired new technological skills to contribute to major project components shortly after training.
Project Engineer
Wipro Technologies
Bengaluru
01.2016 - 04.2017
- Successfully executed the migration of SharePoint MOSS 2007 sites to SharePoint Online using both manual methods and automation tools.
- Possess in-depth knowledge of migration processes using Content Matrix Metalogix and ShareGate, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Developed numerous scripts to facilitate the accurate migration of data from source systems to target environments.
- Utilised Metalogix, PowerShell, and CSOM to troubleshoot and resolve complex project issues, enhancing overall project delivery.
- Transitioned manual comparison tasks between SharePoint versions to automated scripts, enhancing accuracy and speed.
- Identified repetitive tasks and spearheaded the transformation of these into automated scripts/tools to increase efficiency.
- Achieved a 60% reduction in manual effort by converting processes to automated procedures, optimizing project resource allocation.
- Automated routine tasks to improve parallel processing capabilities.
- Consistently achieved a 5-star performance rating each quarter, reflecting exceptional work quality and dedication.
- Received recognition for outstanding performance, reflecting expertise and commitment to achieving project goals.
- Updated Wipro Transformation Tool with latest code enhancements, ensuring improved functionality and user experience.
Education
Master of Science - M.Tech, Software Engineering
BITS Pilani
Bengaluru, KA01-2019
Bachelor of Science - BCA, Computer Applications
Krupanidhi Degree College
Bengaluru, KA01-2015
Skills
- Cloud solutions expertise
- Azure
- Power Platform expertise
- SharePoint development
- Software development
- Programming proficiency
- Web technologies understanding
- Technical troubleshooting
- Agile methodologies
- Programme delivery
- Roadmap planning
- Leadership expertise
Certification
- Azure Fundamentals AZ-900, Microsoft, 2028-06-30
- Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900, Microsoft, 2028-06-30
- Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900, Microsoft, 2028-06-30
- Azure Developer Associate AZ-204, Microsoft, 2026-06-30
- Azure AI Engineer Associate AI-102, Microsoft, 2026-06-30
Accomplishments
- Provided a solution to improve the turnaround time for rendering the reports on the dashboard, which impressed the customers.
- Provided a solution for complex, business-critical problems and received appreciation from the Delivery Manager.
- Received multiple customer appreciations for providing an on-time solution.
- Secured a 'Round of Applause' for Creativity and Innovation.
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Tamil
Upper Intermediate
B2
Kannada
Advanced
C1
Telugu
Upper Intermediate
B2
Interests
- World Travelling
- Playing Cricket
- Watching Movies
Timeline
Technical Lead
Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2023 - Current
Senior Associate
Cognizant Technology Solutions
12.2021 - 12.2022
Project Engineer
Wipro Technologies
05.2017 - 01.2018
Project Engineer
Wipro Technologies
01.2016 - 04.2017
Senior Project Engineer
Wipro Technologies
09.2015 - 11.2021
Master of Science - M.Tech, Software Engineering
BITS Pilani
Bachelor of Science - BCA, Computer Applications
Krupanidhi Degree College