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Ramesh Krishnan S

Chennai

Summary

Technically driven Product Engineering Lead with 20 years of hands-on experience in building and scaling SaaS platforms, cloud-native applications, and FinTech solutions. Expertise in leading engineering teams through the entire SDLC, from architecture, design, to deployment, and optimization. Highly skilled in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture, driving the development of scalable, resilient systems. Adept at aligning technical solutions with business goals to deliver high-impact, customer-centric products in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager – Engineering Lead

Jio Platforms Limited
Chennai
03.2018 - Current
  • Lead the engineering strategy and architecture for a large-scale SaaS platform focused on cloud infrastructure management, resource provisioning, cost optimization, billing, and analytics.
  • Designed and implemented solutions for efficient resource management, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization across hybrid cloud environments.
  • Managed platform observability tools to monitor system health, ensuring high availability, and proactive issue resolution.
  • Spearheaded the development of Laas (Logging as a Service), improving operational insights, and enabling data-driven decision-making.
  • Implemented cost management and billing systems, enabling clients to efficiently track and optimize their cloud resource spending.
  • Performed performance tuning to meet high transactions per second (TPS) requirements, ensuring the platform’s scalability and responsiveness.
  • Oversaw Payment Bank operations, managing CBS modules, and ensuring seamless financial transactions.
  • Fostered a culture of high performance, collaboration, and technical excellence, leading teams to deliver innovative solutions.
  • Championed best practices for DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud architecture, optimizing platform performance and operational efficiency.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions.

Product Technical Architect

Edgeverve Systems Limited
Chennai
08.2015 - 03.2018
  • Led the architectural design and development of cutting-edge, scalable products in the FinTech and SaaS space, utilizing Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices
  • Played a key role in the Finacle Product Architecture unit, focusing on developing frameworks and automating DevOps processes for financial software
  • Spearheaded cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions, aligning technical strategy with business objectives and ensuring high-quality execution
  • Collaborated with product managers and business stakeholders to shape product roadmaps and prioritize features
  • Oversaw the full product lifecycle from design through development, deployment, and post-launch optimization

Product Technical Architect

Infosys Limited - Finacle
Chennai
02.2008 - 08.2015
  • Led the design and development of large-scale, enterprise-level applications in the FinTech and SaaS domains using Java, Spring, and Microservices architecture.
  • Worked as part of the Finacle Product Architecture unit, contributing to framework development and streamlining DevOps automation for banking solutions.
  • Managed a team of engineers, providing mentorship, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
  • Designed and optimized backend systems for scalability, high availability, and performance.
  • Enhanced the deployment process through CI/CD practices, improving system stability, and reducing release time.

Associate Consultant

Oracle Financial Services Limited
Chennai
12.2006 - 02.2008
  • Developed and maintained critical financial applications using Java and Oracle technologies
  • Enhanced system performance and scalability through database optimization and efficient coding practices
  • Collaborated with clients to understand business requirements and delivered tailored software solutions
  • Worked closely with the QA team to ensure high levels of software reliability and compliance with industry standards

Software Engineer

Igenesis
Chennai
06.2004 - 12.2006
  • Developed and maintained web applications using Java and early frameworks
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement software solutions
  • Contributed to the architecture and optimization of backend services
  • Ensured high-quality code through rigorous testing and code reviews

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Madras University
Chennai
05-2004

Skills

  • Java programming
  • Enterprise application development
  • Spring / Springboot framework expertise
  • SOA (Service-Oriented Architecture)
  • Implementing RESTful API solutions
  • Proficient in Hibernate ORM
  • Microservices architecture
  • Oracle application development
  • Elastic technology expertise
  • Kafka messaging expertise
  • Cloud system architecture
  • Microsoft Azure expertise
  • Infrastructure automation
  • Continuous integration and delivery
  • Collaboration using Git
  • Jenkins automation
  • DevOps practices
  • Maven project management
  • Problem solving
  • Proficient in agile practices
  • Scrum framework knowledge
  • Containerization expertise
  • Kubernetes deployment expertise
  • Experience with scalable systems
  • Proficient in system observability
  • Project management
  • Performance tuning
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Troubleshooting expertise
  • Operations oversight
  • Decision-making
  • Analytical skills
  • Effective leader
  • Top talent recruiting, hiring, and retention
  • Leadership and team building

Timeline

General Manager – Engineering Lead

Jio Platforms Limited
03.2018 - Current

Product Technical Architect

Edgeverve Systems Limited
08.2015 - 03.2018

Product Technical Architect

Infosys Limited - Finacle
02.2008 - 08.2015

Associate Consultant

Oracle Financial Services Limited
12.2006 - 02.2008

Software Engineer

Igenesis
06.2004 - 12.2006

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Madras University

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