Kailash Sridharan

Results-driven cloud platform engineer with 9 years of experience specializing in infrastructure automation, and design architecture. Proficient in leveraging Python, Terraform, and Helm to streamline cloud deployments and orchestrate Kubernetesenvironments. Skilled in designing robust and scalablepipelines, making informed technology decisions to optimize efficiency and performance. Experienced in building infrastructure for public cloud environments and utilizing Helm for efficient package management. Demonstrated expertisein end-to-end automation across the completedeployment lifecycle. Collaborated closely with customersto ensure the successful deployment of Sandvine's cloud solutions. Adept at taking ownership of projects, managing work for a small team, and driving streamlined pipeline delivery. Committed to delivering high-quality solutions, drivingcustomer success, and fostering technical excellence.

Senior Software Engineer II : Cloud RnD

Sandvine

Sep 2021 - Present(1 year 11 months)

1. Collaborated closelywith customers to understand their networking requirements and provide tailoredsolutions for theirdeployment needs.
2. Leveraged cloud and analyticstechnologies to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and enhanceproduct offerings.
3. Led the design and implementation of AWS deployment pipelines for Sandvine's solutions, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
4. Automated deployment processes using Terraform, Python, and Helm to streamline provisioning of networking infrastructure.
5. Mentored and managed a small team,fostering collaboration and successful projectdelivery with a customer-centric approach.
6. Ensured adherenceto best practicesand industry standards in cloud architecture and deployment, contributing to the organization's overall success in cloud and analytics initiatives.

Senior Software Engineer : Cloud RnD

Sandvine

Sep 2020 - Sep 2021 (1 year 1 month)

1. Managed OpenStackand AWS environments, designing deployment architectures and automating infrastructure provisioning usingHeat templates for OpenStack and Terraform for AWS.
2. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enablecloud-native solutions, 3. ensuring seamlessdeployment and scalability on OpenStack and AWS platforms.
3. Provided expertguidance in designingand deploying applications on both OpenStackand AWS, leveraging deep knowledge and expertise in cloud technologies.
4. Led the migration of VM-based productsto the cloud, optimizing performance, scalability, and resource utilization for enhancedefficiency.

Senior Software Engineer : Customer Enablement

Sandvine

May 2018 - Sep 2020 (2 years 5 months)

1. Developed and maintained a validation tool to ensureoptimal performance of virtual productsand hypervisors, including CPU-pinning, isolation, memory allocation/ballooning, NUMA mapping, and supportedNIC drivers.
2. Dimensioned Verticadatabase based on analytical stats to effectively manage and optimizedatastorage and retrieval.
3. Created audit and support tools to mitigaterevenue loss and enhance operational efficiency.
4. Demonstrated expertisein designing and implementing solutionsto support criticalbusiness processes and maximize revenuegeneration.

Engineer-I(Developer)

Qualcomm

Aug 2016 - Apr 2018 (1 year 9 months)

1. Developed and maintained an automation-centric test framework for WLAN featurefunctionality, utilizing languages such as NSIS, Python, and C# to streamline testingprocesses.
2. Conducted comprehensive testing of 802.11nprotocols, networking, and WLAN functionality, utilizingtools like IXIA, iperf, Wireshark, and OmniPeek.
3. Successfully identified and fixed bugs in the automation code,ensuring reliable and error-free test execution.
4. Collaborated with cross-functional teams,utilizing Jira and Jenkins for bug tracking,seamless integration, and efficient test management.

Software Engineer

Zilogic Systems

Nov 2015 - Aug 2016 (10 months)

1. Collaborated with a team to gain hands-on experience with the Olimax board during trainingsessions, fosteringteamwork and knowledge sharing.
2. Played a key role in the design and implementation of an in-houseIoT solution, workingclosely witha cross-functional team to ensuresuccessful project execution.
3. Demonstrated effectiveteamwork skills while contributing to the development and deployment of thein-house IoT solution, fosteringcollaboration and achievingproject goals.

Technical Engineer

Nandini Electronics

Jun 2012 - Jun 2013 (1 year 1 month)

1. Facilitated seamless communication and collaboration between customers and the manufacturing team, ensuringcustomer requirements were effectively understood and translated for the manufacturing process.
2. Demonstrated strong customer-centric approachby actively engagingwith customers, understanding their needs, and effectively conveyingtheir requirements to the manufacturing team.
3. Acted as the sole engineer in a small-scale transformer company, takingon a multifaceted role that involved customer engagement, requirement translation, and technical expertise to drive successfulmanufacturing outcomes.

Newcastle University

Master of Science (MS),Wireless Embedded Systems

2013 - 2014       

Thesis: A Study on Physically Unclonable Functions (PUFs).