SAKTHIVEL SETHU
Technology Architect
Chennai
Summary
Innovative and results-driven Software Architect with over 15 years of experience in designing, developing, and scaling enterprise-grade systems across cloud, web, and distributed environments. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to architect high-performance, secure, and resilient solutions with a focus on scalability, maintainability, and cost efficiency. Skilled in leveraging modern technologies and design principles including microservices, event-driven architecture, and containerization across platforms such as GCP. Proven expertise in Go, Python, and C++ with a strong background in omnichannel ecommerce platforms, banking, mobile, wireless and backend optimization. Recognized for aligning technology strategies with business goals to drive transformation, improve efficiency, and accelerate digital innovation.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Technology Architect
INFOSYS
10.2021 - Current
- Led the backend architecture and development of a scalable, cloud-native eCommerce CRM application designed for Optimum Customer’s sales and support agents. The platform enables seamless customer management, order tracking, and service interactions via secure APIs and microservices deployed on GCP.
- Architected and implemented a distributed microservices ecosystem using Go, gRPC, and Protocol Buffers, improving inter-service communication efficiency by 60% compared to legacy REST interfaces.
- Designed and optimized Cloud Spanner schemas and indexing strategies, achieving sub-150 ms query latency while handling over 1 million customer and order records.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure 99.9% uptime and high system availability under peak load during holiday sales.
- Delivered a robust, cloud-hosted CRM system that supported over 500 active agents and processed 20,000+ transactions per hour, resulting in a 35% improvement in customer response time and boosting operational efficiency across the organization.
Lead Consultant
VIRTUSA
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Led the successful migration of banking risk management applications from Solaris to Linux systems, ensuring compatibility, performance optimization, and data integrity.
- Redesigned migration strategies by conducting comprehensive system analysis, dependency mapping, and implementing robust testing procedures.
- Developed shell scripts and Autosys automation tools to streamline the migration process, reducing manual effort by 40%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including developers, testers, and infrastructure engineers to ensure smooth cutover with minimal downtime.
- Implemented post-migration performance tuning and monitoring solutions, improving application stability and operational efficiency.
Software Lead
VVDN TECHNOLOGIES
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Led a team of 8 engineers in the design and development of Wi-Fi drivers for Linux platforms, focusing on performance optimization and stability enhancements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and product managers to deliver scalable, reliable solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Implemented advanced debugging and profiling techniques to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, improving driver efficiency.
- Mentored junior engineers and conducted peer code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable code.
Senior Software Engineer
ARICENT TECHNOLOGIES
06.2012 - 01.2019
- Contributed to the design and implementation of LTE network features, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Assisted in testing and validation of new 4G network functionalities to meet quality and compliance standards.
- Conducted regular network audits, identified bottlenecks, and implemented resolutions to improve service quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex network issues and enhance system resilience.
Software Engineer
SASKEN TECHNOLOGIES
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Implemented SIM Application Toolkit (SIM ATK) applications to enhance mobile network services and expand end-user functionalities.
- Performed rigorous testing using industry-standard tools and frameworks to ensure reliability, security, and compliance with telecom standards.
- Collaborated with development and QA teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and improve feature usability.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Communications Engineering
05.2009
Skills
Technical skills: Golang, Python, C, C, Java Scripting, Svelte
API protocols: gRPC, Protocol Buffers, JSON, Soap, REST
Database systems: Cloud Spanner, Redis, MySQL, PostgreSQL
Version control: Git, Github, Bitbucket
Operating environments: Linux, Windows
Cloud infrastructure: Google Cloud Platform
Project methodologies: Scrum, Waterfall
Project management tools: JIRA, Confluence
Accomplishments
- Leadership Program on Organizational Analysis from Stanford University
- Received "Infosys Great Manager Program" certification from eCornell university
- Earned the "AI for Everyone" certification from DeepLearning.AI
Timeline
Technology Architect - INFOSYS
10.2021 - Current
Lead Consultant - VIRTUSA
11.2019 - 09.2021
Software Lead - VVDN TECHNOLOGIES
02.2019 - 10.2019
Senior Software Engineer - ARICENT TECHNOLOGIES
06.2012 - 01.2019
Software Engineer - SASKEN TECHNOLOGIES
08.2010 - 05.2012
Anna University - Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics And Communications Engineering