Soumya K. S.
Thiruvananthapuram
Summary
Experienced Computer Science educator with over 20 years of teaching experience in higher technical education and over three years of industry experience as a Software Engineer. Currently serving as Head of Department at a Government Polytechnic College under the Department of Technical Education, Government of Kerala. UGC-NET qualified and pursuing doctoral research in Image Processing. Seeking international teaching opportunities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Department in Computer Engineering
Government Women's Polytechnic College
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
05.2025 - Current
- Directed academic programmes at Government Polytechnic College, ensuring alignment with educational standards and enhancing student learning outcomes.
- Reviewed and evaluated departmental performance, presenting reports to senior management with actionable insights and recommendations.
- Collaborated with other managers to plan and direct organisational tasks.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, offering constructive feedback and setting individual objectives.
Lecturer
Government Polytechnic College
, Kerala
12.2005 - 05.2025
- Designed, planned and delivered lectures aligned with curriculum requirements and exams.
- Used diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Mentored students to enhance understanding and achieve target grades.
- Coordinated administrative tasks at Government Polytechnic College to ensure smooth operations.
Software Engineer / Project Associate
Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation (KELTRON)
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
10.2002 - 12.2005
- Developed and implemented new software applications, enhancing company productivity and client satisfaction.
- Developed web-based applications for Web Services Group, utilising HTML, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, and Apache on Linux.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify system requirements, enhancing software functionality and user experience.
- Monitored system performance post-deployment, resolving issues to uphold operational efficiency.
Education
PhD (Pursuing) - Image Processing
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
Kerala06-2026
M.Tech - Computer Science (Embedded Systems)
CUSAT
B.Tech - Computer Science & Engineering
CET Trivandrum
Skills
- Python
- C
- C
- Java
- PHP
- JavaScript
- HTML
- CSS
- Android
- MySQL
- MS SQL Server
- MS Access
- Windows
- Linux
Accomplishments
- Lead and participated in the development of the Examination Management System for the result processing of Diploma and various other courses under the State Board of Technical Education, Kerala, and maintained the official website from 2008 to 2020.
- Developed and supported computer-based test systems and academic workflow applications.
Languages
English
Malayalam
Hindi
Custom Section
UGC-NET Qualified, 2018-12-01, Computer Science and Applications
Timeline
Head of Department in Computer Engineering
Government Women's Polytechnic College
05.2025 - Current
Lecturer
Government Polytechnic College
12.2005 - 05.2025
Software Engineer / Project Associate
Kerala State Electronics Development Corporation (KELTRON)
10.2002 - 12.2005
PhD (Pursuing) - Image Processing
APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University
M.Tech - Computer Science (Embedded Systems)
CUSAT
B.Tech - Computer Science & Engineering
CET Trivandrum