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Nirav Savani

Cloud Architect
Ahmedabad

Summary

Detail-oriented and collaborative Cloud Architect with a proven track record of solving complex challenges in cloud environments. Adept at working with cross-functional teams to migrate applications, implement secure architectures, and automate deployments. Strong skills in troubleshooting, performance optimization, and ensuring high availability.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications

Work History

Associate Cloud Architect

Searce Cosourcing Services PVT LTD
03.2022 - Current

Projects: HDFC Bank, Temper.works, Ufonia, GuidetoIceland, Berachain, Censanext, CrossInsurance, GivePanel, Moglix, Concirrus

  • Developed and deployed secure, scalable landing zones on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), establishing a strong foundation for various workloads while aligning with industry best practices for compliance and security.
  • Engineered and deployed end-to-end security solutions on GCP to protect sensitive data and mission-critical applications.
  • Partnered with clients to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables, effectively managing expectations and ensuring on-time, successful project execution.
  • Delivered client workshops and presentations, clearly articulating GCP solutions across areas such as folder structure, project setup, IAM, networking, security, GKE, and operations, while addressing client concerns.
  • Cultivated strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert to drive long-term strategic partnerships.
  • Collaborated with Google’s Professional Services Organization (PSO) on multiple engagements, ensuring smooth project execution and impactful client outcomes.
  • Provided mentorship and technical direction to colleagues, promoting a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning and excellence.
  • Maintained thorough documentation of key project decisions, sign-offs, and deliverables, ensuring a transparent and auditable project history.
  • Led the successful design and implementation of VPC Service Controls for a leading private sector bank, covering 71 projects and 15 applications in a complex brownfield setup to significantly reduce data exfiltration risks.
  • Planned and executed migration from Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) using Rapid Migration Methodologies (RMM).
  • Conducted a thorough assessment of the application and its dependencies across various services, followed by move/wave group planning.
  • Executed data and workload migration leveraging STS, M2VM, DMS, and other supporting services to ensure a seamless and efficient transfer process.
  • Guided team members in resolving blockers by troubleshooting issues and delivering effective, targeted solutions.
  • Designed and implemented Enterprise Landing Zone via IaC - terraform

Sr. Software Engineer - DevOps

Helios Solutions LTD.
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Implemented AWS Glue for data transformation and ETL processes.
  • Scaled infrastructure for web app in production, QA and dev environments to accommodate growth
  • Optimized workflow by establishing automated systems for building, deploying, validating, and configuring applications in an AWS environment.
  • Applied the use of Cypress testing tool to automate test processes
  • Achieved higher efficiency by transitioning from traditional infrastructure to a serverless environment.
  • Designed and implemented Grafana solution for real-time monitoring of API's, EC2 Instances, and daily AWS resource spend
  • Streamlined the migration process for transferring resources across AWS accounts.
  • Achieved significant cost savings by optimizing education budget expenditures.

Build & Release Engineer

AdvantMed India LLP
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Enhanced efficiency through automated Jenkins workflows
  • Established and maintained GIT repositories for effective version control.
  • Provided prompt and efficient solutions to user issues regarding GIT.
  • Successfully handled code conflicts in GIT, ensuring timely releases
  • Implemented migration from SVN to GIT for seamless workflow.

Cloud Infrastructure Service Engineer

Sophos Technologies PVT LTD
06.2018 - 08.2020
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism while managing critical incidents, delivering consistent results under pressure.
  • Successfully oversaw troubleshooting and management of Docker and Kubernetes infrastructure
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to plan and coordinate product releases, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop automated patching solutions for increased efficiency and risk mitigation.
  • Enhanced user experience by implementing SSO in both LogicMonitor and OpsGenie.
  • Applied practical experience in AWS to enhance operational efficiency
  • Implemented automation techniques to optimize task completion time
  • Successfully troubleshooted applications and infrastructure at both L1 & L2 levels, resulting in improved performance.
  • Analyzed, troubleshot and diagnosed problems and provided prompt repair and solutions.
  • Managed and supported global datacenters remotely, ensuring uninterrupted operations
  • Enhanced infrastructure monitoring through utilization of Logic Monitor, VictorOps, and SolarWinds.
  • Consistently troubleshooted both application and infrastructure issues for optimal performance
  • Efficiently handled management and monitoring of On-Prem Infrastructure using LogicMonitor.

Jr. Engineer

Panamax Infotech Ltd
11.2014 - 09.2016
  • Executed server rebuilds in accordance with established best practices
  • Responsible for overseeing the organization's computer network infrastructure and hardware.
  • Implemented effective solutions to rectify errors found in server logs through comprehensive troubleshooting.
  • Utilized ACL's to configure VPN connectivity on Router
  • Offering assistance to clients from diverse locations.
  • Contributed to successful completion of business-related IT tasks
  • Enhanced server monitoring capabilities by implementing SNMP configuration
  • Performed maintenance and problem-solving on Virtual Machines hosted in VMware vSphere.
  • Optimized setup and management of backup jobs utilizing Veeam Backup Software.
  • Configured HP StoreOnce Backup Appliance.
  • Developed and maintained Site-to-site VPN infrastructure for Cisco ASA.

Education

M. Tech - Computer Engineering

Gujarat Technological University (Gtu) PG School
Gandhinagar, Gujarat
06.2012 - 04.2014

B.Tech - Information Technology

Institute of Technology, Nirma University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
06.2008 - 04.2012

Diploma - Information Technology

B & B Institute of Technology
VallabhVidhyaNagar, Gujarat
09.2004 - 04.2008

Skills

  • Technologies: Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Computing, Containerization CI/CD Pipeline Design and Creation, Docker, Kubernetes, Helm-Charts
  • Scripting Languages: Bourne Shell, Groovy Script (Used in Jenkins pipeline)
  • CICD Tools: Jenkins, Bitbucket Pipelines, GitHub Actions, CloudBuild, Argo CD, AWS CodeBuild, GitLab
  • Monitoring Tools: CloudWatch, Prometheus, Grafana, DataDog, Cloud Monitoring & Logging, New Relic, Grafana-Loki
  • IaaC: Terraform, Ansible, Puppet
  • Migration Tools: M4VM, Storage Transfer Service, DMS, RMM
  • Source Code Repositories: GitLab, GitHub, Bitbucket, GCP SCR
  • Web Servers: Apache Web Server, Nginx
  • IDE/Editor: VS Code
  • Container Management Services: Kubernetes, Docker, Rancher

Certification

GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer, c91c64e1c6964e1fa3ce7147708ed1b3, 04/06/24

Timeline

Associate Cloud Architect

Searce Cosourcing Services PVT LTD
03.2022 - Current

Sr. Software Engineer - DevOps

Helios Solutions LTD.
05.2021 - 03.2022

Build & Release Engineer

AdvantMed India LLP
08.2020 - 05.2021

Cloud Infrastructure Service Engineer

Sophos Technologies PVT LTD
06.2018 - 08.2020

Jr. Engineer

Panamax Infotech Ltd
11.2014 - 09.2016

M. Tech - Computer Engineering

Gujarat Technological University (Gtu) PG School
06.2012 - 04.2014

B.Tech - Information Technology

Institute of Technology, Nirma University
06.2008 - 04.2012

Diploma - Information Technology

B & B Institute of Technology
09.2004 - 04.2008
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