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PremaLatha Thambidurai

PremaLatha Thambidurai

Chennai

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience at Cognizant Technology Solutions, specializing in Python scripting and PowerShell automation. Successfully developed the AskiVA bot, significantly improving production assistance and reducing client dissatisfaction by 80%. Known for strong collaboration and project management skills that enhance operational efficiency and drive innovative solutions.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Automation Architect | Neuro ITOps

Cognizant Technology Solutions
Chennai
11.2023 - Current
  • Focused on digitalizing observability and monitoring tools.
  • Upgrading and migrating the observability tool stack to meet the current emerging trend.
  • Generated concept designs, collaborated with customers to gain feedback and directed entire design process.
  • Streamlined and automated internal processes to improve overall workflows.
  • Observability tools involved were CA Spectrum (MoM), ServiceNow ITOM, ACC, Dynatrace, Foglight, Autosys, vCenter, SolarWinds, etc.

Project Manager| AI Ops

Cognizant Technology Solutions
Chennai
09.2017 - 10.2023
  • Engineered AskiVA bot with GPT-3.5, leveraging advanced AI techniques for robust production assistance.
  • Designed service desk management tool named SD Chat.
  • Developed bot and service desk tool using Python, Node.js, PHP, and Angular.js.
  • Integrated bot with various external interfaces including MS Teams, Cisco, Zoom, and Alexa.
  • Developed containerized infrastructure using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Collaborated with the product team to manage risks and identify opportunities.
  • Managed client relations, effectively reducing dissatisfaction by 80%.

Project Lead |Mainframe and Middleware

Cognizant Technology Solutions
Chennai
09.2014 - 08.2017
  • Handled maintenance and support tasks for the BCMS Billing Support System.
  • It deals with the core billing applications, like BCMS, PC Pay Plan, TCR, STG, and IMIS.
  • Completed onboarding and stabilization of offshore team as planned.
  • Collaborated with diverse reporting managers fulfilling resource planning and scheduling tasks.
  • Led a multi-disciplinary team specializing in Mainframe, Informatica, Java, and Dotnet.
  • Championed state-wise billing system conversion for multiple business lines.
  • Enhanced file loading, data processing, and code deployment efficiency with advanced programming techniques.
  • Facilitated daily scrum, sprint planning, sprint demo, and retrospective meetings within the SAFe Framework.

Project Lead | HRSF and SS

Infosys Technologies
Chennai
04.2010 - 09.2014
  • Oversaw finance legacy systems interacting with SAP along with various web apps like Asset Disposition Plan and Miscellaneous Receivables.
  • Maintained existing applications and implemented minor enhancements.
  • Handled core transportation applications including Train Schedule Maintenance and forecasting.
  • Participated in all SDLC phases, including analysis and design.
  • Optimized natural screen changes through comprehensive system modification.
  • Implemented file-based VSAM to DB2 conversion.
  • Conducted regular assessments to ensure project outcomes met SLA goals.
  • Produced weekly progress reports for senior management.

Software Engg | Development

Infosys Technologies
Trivandrum
08.2008 - 04.2010
  • Enhanced project efficiency by leading development efforts on Store Number Expansion.
  • Expanded store size by increasing from 4 to 5 bytes amid merger efforts.
  • Developed comprehensive test plans and detailed test cases.
  • Created thorough impact analysis documents for modified programs and coding modules.
  • Programmed as per comprehensive technical documents leveraging COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and DB2.
  • Utilized CA Xpeditor to troubleshoot and improve application performance.

Education

M.E - Computer Science

Mepco Schlenk Eng. College
Sivakasi
04.2007

B.E - Electronics & Instrumentation

Kamaraj College of Engg & Tech
Virudhunagar
04.2004

Skills

  • Python Scripting
  • PowerShell automation
  • Experience with Microsoft Bot Framework
  • GPT Utilization
  • Natural Language Processing Expertise
  • Proficient in language models
  • HTML/CSS Proficiency
  • Container Orchestration Expertise
  • ServiceNow Administration Knowledge

Certification

  • Attended internal ITSM certifications in Cognizant.
  • A formal training in Software Development, Open Systems – C, C++, Oracle, VB, RDBMS, Unix and Perl Scripting at Infosys, Mysore (Global Education Center) after graduating from college.
  • Attended training sessions on AS400 Technology – RPGLE, RPG sub files and SQL/400, CL/400 and Hawkey.
  • Completed internal Domain Certifications at Infosys in Fundamentals of product development and Testing, Supply Chain and Warehouse Management, Transportation & Logistics and Retailing Domains.
  • Completed internal Technical Certifications at Infosys in Open systems and Mainframe Technology.

Accomplishments

Client Comrade - For stepping in and completed the committed deliverables to ETEX customer on time

Above and Beyond - For playing the role of Problem Manager for an Insurance customer.

For Hardwork and commitment - For leading a maintenance project for Billing team on Insurance domain.

Prima Award - Awarded for outstanding contribution to the maintenance project on Finance, HR, Payroll Apps on Retail domain.

Best Maintenance Project Award - For playing the major role in an Expansion project on Retail domain.

Best Managed Project - For January 2009 to June 2009 for playing major role in a migration project in Retail domain.

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Automation Architect | Neuro ITOps

Cognizant Technology Solutions
11.2023 - Current

Project Manager| AI Ops

Cognizant Technology Solutions
09.2017 - 10.2023

Project Lead |Mainframe and Middleware

Cognizant Technology Solutions
09.2014 - 08.2017

Project Lead | HRSF and SS

Infosys Technologies
04.2010 - 09.2014

Software Engg | Development

Infosys Technologies
08.2008 - 04.2010

M.E - Computer Science

Mepco Schlenk Eng. College

B.E - Electronics & Instrumentation

Kamaraj College of Engg & Tech

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