Sivaraman Kadangode Lakshmanan

Experienced Cloud Architect with 17+ years in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, specializing in driving business transformation. Advanced skills in migration and modernization projects, with a focus on integrating AI solutions to improve operational efficiency and data-driven decision-making. Skilled in designing scalable, cost-efficient, and secure cloud architectures that align with client goals. Committed to delivering innovative solutions that optimize performance and drive organizational success.

• Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft, Feb 2020
• Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft, Aug 2020
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft, Feb 2021
• Power BI Data Analyst Associate,Microsoft, Sep 2021
• Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Microsoft, Dec 2022

• Awarded "Star of the Month" 3 times.
• Awarded "Contextual Master" for the Automations.
• "Hi Tech" Digital profile in the organization.

1. Cloud & AI CoE

Role: Cloud Architect  Period: May 2021 to Present  Domain: CPG   Work Location: India

• Designing and developing scalable, cloud-based solutions to drive business transformation for clients in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) sector.
• Evaluating and creating proposals for cloud migration and application modernization initiatives, ensuring seamless adoption of cloud technologies while meeting clients' strategic objectives.
• Conceptualizing and implementing AI-driven solutions tailored to industry and domain-specific use cases.

2. Pensions & Investments Rectification

Role: Business Analyst  Period: June 2015 to April 2021  Domain: Insurance   Work Locations: India, UK(Onsite)

• Identifying, analyzing, and rectifying discrepancies within insurance policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and operational accuracy.
• Primary focus is to streamline processes, enhance data integrity,and support business transformation efforts for improved customer outcomes.

3. PLM Migration 

Role: IT Analyst  Period: Oct 2007 to May 2015  Domain: Manufacturing   Work Locations: India, USA(Onsite)

• Migrate data from legacy mainframe systems to Windchill PLM,ensuring data integrity and seamless integration with enterprise systems.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements,map legacy functionalities, and conduct end-to-end testing,including UAT, for successful implementation.
• Drive adoption of the new PLM system while minimizing business disruptions.