Shruthi Chandrappa
Lead Solution Architect
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with more than 20 years of extensive experience in Network Infrastructure Engineering, people management and Product. Seeking a challenging leadership role where I can leverage my technical expertise and leadership skills to drive team performance and optimize infrastructure.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Lead Solution Architect(Technical Product Owner)
Lumen Technologies
03.2024 - Current
- Created product roadmaps and managed product lifecycle from conception to launch in a fast-paced startup environment
- Established relationships with key stakeholders to drive product development and launch
- Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration to ensure product development timelines were met
- Analyzed data and metrics to measure product performance and identify areas for improvement
MGR INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Lumen Technologies
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated leadership in managing a 15-member technical team across server, network, and security, overseeing critical installation and decommissioning operations. They prioritize team development through performance reviews, personalized feedback, and recognition initiatives. Additionally, they ensure strategic alignment by collaborating on recruitment and job role definition.
ASSOCIATE MGR INFORMATION SYSTEMS II
Lumen Technologies
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Leading, mentoring & monitoring the performance of team members to ensure efficiency in process operations; developing competency among the team members; conducting interviews to recruit the right talent & resources
Lead
Century Link IT Infrastructure
04.2016 - 01.2021
- Drives India-based technical implementations (PE/CE), ensures zero datacenter outages during builds, and develops strategic network roadmaps and policies aligned with company needs."
Network Infrastructure Engineer Senior, Design
Akamai Technologies
12.2012 - 04.2016
- Managed infrastructure support, designed hardware deployments, and developed comprehensive infrastructure process documentation and standards."
Design Consultant
Cable and Wireless
09.2007 - 12.2012
- ecognized as 'Best Employee of the Year' in 2012 for exceptional project delivery, demonstrates proven expertise in network design and global project leadership. They spearheaded a large-scale MPLS deployment across 106 locations, providing critical support throughout design, implementation, and migration, while also producing detailed, customer-focused network documentation."
Network Analyst
Wipro
11.2006 - 09.2007
- Conducted maintenance of LAN setup
- Led the installation/ maintenance/ configuration
- Supported and monitored the existing infrastructure
Desktop Support Engineer
Wipro Technologies (on payroll of ACS)
12.2005 - 11.2006
Networking faculty
Jetking Jayanagar
03.2005 - 12.2005
Networking Faculty
IIHT Mysore
04.2004 - 03.2005
Lecture
SGM Polytechnic & Govt. Polytechnic
08.2003 - 04.2004
Education
BE - Electronics and Communication
V.V.I.E.T Mysore
Skills
Network design and implementation
Proven leadership experience
Project execution and deployment
Workflow optimization
Product strategy development
Stakeholder collaboration
Digital strategy implementation
Experience with AWS platforms
Proficient in Google Cloud
Certification
Could Digital Leader (CDL) Certification, 2027
Key Impact Areas
- Network Engineering
- Leadership skills
- Project Development & Deployment
- Process Management
- Product Management
- Client/Stakeholder Engagement
- Digital Transformation
- Transition & Transformation
- Cloud (AWS), Google & Data Centre
- SD-WAN and Python
- Team Building & Management
- ITIL Framework
Recent Technical Trainings
- A10 Load Balancer from Lumen
- Python from Lumen
- Microsoft Power shell scripting from Lumen
- AWS from Cloud Guru
- Intermediate of AI and ML
- Training GCP(Google)
Management Trainings
- Raising leaders from Lumen
- Giving and receiving feedback from Lumen
- Coaching session from Lumen
- Certified Lumen Interviewer
- Leadership skills from IIM A
- Process Management from IIM B
- Intentional Career Pathing (ICP) from Lumen
- Digital transformation from IIM B
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/19/80
Summary
· Consistent High Performance: Proven ability to deliver exceptional results, recognized with multiple top performer awards.
· Innovation and Efficiency:Demonstrated initiative in automating processes through Python scripting, leading to significant time savings and an "Innovator" award.
· Effective Project Management: Successfully managed high-priority projects, consistently meeting deadlines and achieving high-quality results.
· Positive Team Impact: Contributes to a positive work environment, consistently achieving high employee engagement scores.
· Strong Communication and Leadership: Actively develops public speaking and leadership skillsthrough Toastmasters, including participation in speech contests and completion of leadership pathways.
· Wellness and Engagement Advocacy: Proactively promotes employee well-being through participation in ERGs, organizing sports events, yoga day celebrations, and virtual wellness seminars.
· Team Building: Successfully organizes large-scale team events, fostering camaraderie and cohesion.
Timeline
Lead Solution Architect(Technical Product Owner)
Lumen Technologies
03.2024 - Current
MGR INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Lumen Technologies
03.2023 - 03.2024
ASSOCIATE MGR INFORMATION SYSTEMS II
Lumen Technologies
01.2021 - 03.2023
Lead
Century Link IT Infrastructure
04.2016 - 01.2021
Network Infrastructure Engineer Senior, Design
Akamai Technologies
12.2012 - 04.2016
Design Consultant
Cable and Wireless
09.2007 - 12.2012
Network Analyst
Wipro
11.2006 - 09.2007
Desktop Support Engineer
Wipro Technologies (on payroll of ACS)
12.2005 - 11.2006
Networking faculty
Jetking Jayanagar
03.2005 - 12.2005
Networking Faculty
IIHT Mysore
04.2004 - 03.2005
Lecture
SGM Polytechnic & Govt. Polytechnic
08.2003 - 04.2004
BE - Electronics and Communication
V.V.I.E.T Mysore