KANNAN S

Summary of Qualifications

Accomplished Lead Software Engineer with over 13+ years of experience in designing, developing, and delivering high-performance software solutions across diverse industries. Known for driving innovation, optimizing development processes, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable, and high-impact systems. Expertise in full-stack development with a strong command of Ruby on Rails, Scala, React, and cloud-native architectures. Adept at leading complex projects from concept to deployment while ensuring seamless collaboration across global teams. Passionate about cutting-edge technologies, with a particular focus on AI/ML, computer vision, and Generative AI. Currently pursuing a Master's in AI/ML from BITS Pilani to deepen expertise and apply advanced machine learning techniques to real-world challenges. Recognized for excellent communication, mentorship, and problem-solving skills, I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and am committed to delivering innovative solutions that drive business growth and efficiency.

Professional Experience

• PowerSchool India Pvt Limited — Lead Engineer (Jul 2023 – Present)
  • Leading a Ruby on Rails and React JS team, managing deployments, and collaborating with US and Canada teams to ensure seamless integration and development.
  • Overseeing the deployment lifecycle and troubleshooting production issues to ensure high uptime and smooth releases.
  • Driving improvements in team collaboration, including regular cross-border meetings, and ensuring adherence to best practices in coding and deployment.
• Infosys Limited — Senior Technologist (Jan 2020 – Jul 2023)
  • Led a 50+ member team specializing in Ruby on Rails, Scala Play, and Big Data technologies, overseeing the development of large-scale enterprise applications.
  • Implemented scalable solutions for clients in diverse sectors, ensuring high performance and seamless integrations with third-party systems.
  • Mentored junior engineers and led several knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance team capabilities and foster growth.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines, automating testing and deployment for faster delivery cycles.
• Global Achievers (Payroll) — Senior Ruby on Rails Consultant (Contract with Infosys) (Mar 2019 – Dec 2019)
  • Provided expert Ruby on Rails consultancy, working closely with clients to improve and scale their payroll and financial software solutions.
  • Enhanced the product's functionality by implementing performance optimization strategies, reducing load times and increasing efficiency.
  • Worked on both front-end and back-end code to ensure the seamless integration of new features with existing systems.
• Ephicacy Lifescience Analytics Pvt Ltd, Bangalore — Senior Ruby on Rails Programmer (Aug 2015 – Feb 2019)
  • Developed and maintained pharmaceutical research software with a focus on architecture design, scalability, and secure deployment.
  • Worked closely with researchers and analysts to develop custom tools for data analysis, improving overall research productivity.
  • Led the integration of third-party services and APIs to enhance the software's data processing capabilities.
• Carmatec IT Solutions Pvt Ltd, Bangalore — Senior Software Engineer (May 2014 – Aug 2015)
  • Worked on full-stack Ruby on Rails development, focusing on building efficient and scalable applications for clients across multiple industries.
  • Contributed to the design and debugging of applications, using RSpec for testing and ensuring high-quality code.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather requirements, iterate on features, and ensure timely delivery of all projects.
• Changepond Technologies Pvt Ltd, Chennai — Software Engineer (May 2013 – May 2014)
  • Designed and developed scalable software solutions using Ruby on Rails for clients in the healthcare and finance sectors.
  • Implemented both front-end and back-end features, ensuring robust and user-friendly applications.
  • Worked on enhancing existing codebases and optimizing application performance for better scalability.
• Panda Communications (formerly Shriram IT Solutions Pvt Ltd) — Ruby on Rails Web Developer (Apr 2012 – May 2013)
  • Focused on advanced Ruby on Rails development, working on the optimization of legacy systems for improved performance.
  • Emphasized test-driven development (TDD) using RSpec to ensure code quality and reduce bugs in production.
  • Collaborated with front-end developers to enhance UI/UX and implement responsive designs for better user engagement.