Zscaler

DevOps Architect

Bluebeam, Inc.

Software Architect

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-   Participated in the Architecture Board, which governed best practices, cross-cutting concerns, and technical proposals
-   Introduced a Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to address quality issues and reduce production incidents by 90%+
-   Led the organization of the first Architecture Summit to discuss high-level concerns and processes
-   Increased batch job processing throughput by 4x through hands-on troubleshooting and developer coaching
-   Designed API throughput performance improvements for a 10-15x reduction in deployment resources and related costs
-   Mentored engineers by sponsoring technical designs, offering career guidance, and enhancing technical skills
-   Promoted methodologies for performance testing and data-driven decision making
-   Developed strategies and systems for decomposing a monolith into microservices
-   Collaborated with the event bus team on designs for eventing and serverless functions
-   Improved testing frameworks and guided developers on Test Driven Development (TDD)
-   Worked with the Security Team to address security concerns and implement secure coding practices
-   Utilized Python, Google Cloud Platform/Functions, API First designs, Microservices, Dapr, Redis, Docker/container images, Kubernetes, MySQL, and ElasticSearch

Principal Engineer/Software Architect

Pulse Secure

- Served on the Architecture Board, responsible for determining overall software architecture and development practices
- Architected and led a team for the development of a Zero Trust microservice platform
- Coordinated security hardening, evaluation, and best practices for most Python-based software
- Designed and led the development of the Python framework at the core of most of the company's Python software
- Designed various features, including authentication token management, multi-tenancy, WebSockets, event messaging, RBAC, user management, certificate management/PKI, OpenAPI adoption, Docker image builds, Postgres migrations, async function queues, and inter-service APIs
- Advocated for Python Best Practices, API design, Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Delivery
- Maintained several open-source projects core to the company's Python frameworks
- Coordinated Python 2 to Python 3 conversion of many microservices
- Utilized Python, Azure, AWS, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes, Docker/containers, Postgres, MySQL, Nginx (Lua), OpenAPI, AsyncAPI, Terraform, MongoDB, and ElasticSearch

Principal Engineer/Architect

- Leader of team that converted newly acquired MobileSpaces's Mobile Device Management (MDM) software to Pulse Workspace
- Architect for Pulse One, a VPN server manager and orchestrator that is Docker based, SaaS and On-premise
- Team lead for conversion of Pulse One from a SaaS solution to a cluster-able, on-premise solution within 6 months. Its Docker based architecture can be installed on custom VPN hardware or ran in VMware

Senior Staff Engineer/Server Architect

Various startups and consulting roles

Through many years of software engineering, I gained a broad range of experience from various startups, consulting companies, and open-source projects. I've deployed to every major cloud hosting provider. I've been hands-on with every major programming language. I have developed SaaS, on-premise, desktop, and mobile applications. Some notable highlights include:

-   Co-founding a software contracting agency called Massive Forge, where we developed multiple applications using Python and Javascript. A client acquired the company.
-   Software Architect Consultant for several Hong Kong-based startups, including Libbler and Pingspot, where I developed applications using Python, Javascript, MongoDB, Redis, AWS, and iOS.
-   MapMyFitness (acquired by Under Armour), a fitness tracking SaaS and mobile app, where I primarily developed with Python and Django. I also worked with Hadoop, Cassandra, and Java for analytics.
-   Zenoss, IT monitoring software, where I designed a new event processing and service monitoring suite as part of a project to convert the software from Python to Java.
-   A fintech startup called Bancvue Interactive (now known as Kasasa), where I developed SaaS products for community banks and credit unions.

Additional Software Engineer Experience

Pingspot

Pingspot (http://pingspot.com/) was "A fun, new way to record and recommend your favorite businesses.". It's an iOS application with a Python backend. For Pingspot I developed the mobile application as well as designed and developed the backend. The app graphics were designed and created by Catchlight Productions (http://www.catchlight.com/).

Technologies used: Python with Flask and Celery, MongoDB, Redis, Foursquare API, Facebook API, iOS SDK, Heroku, Cloudinary

Software Architect Consultant

Libbler

Libbler (http://libbler.com/) is "The ultimate career launchpad for entry level professionals. Features include: resume builder and guide, comprehensive employer database for graduate, internship, entry level opportunities and practical industry advice to help develop career skills.". 

I designed and developed the original libbler.com from top to bottom -- except for the graphic design.

Technologies used: Python with Flask and Celery, Spine.js, Coffeescript, MongoDB, Redis, Oneall single-sign-on, Heroku and AWS

Massive Forge

A software contracting agency that I started with my business partners. We developed several applications, primarily with Python and Javascript. The company was acqui-hired by a client.

Co-Founder/CTO

MapMyFitness

- Maintained and developed new features for primary website platform using Python/Django and MySQL
- Developed new API platform using Python and Flask while utilizing Django ORM
- Developed new live race tracking platform using Flask and integrated with remote tracking services using Python and RabbitMQ
- Created APIs for mobile developers to integrate with race tracking
- Maintained fitness statistics reporting engine using Hadoop, Cassandra, and Java
- Created and maintained new unit test infrastructure using py.test
- Developed continuos build solution for development virtual boxes using VirtualBox, Vagrant, and Python

Senior Software Engineer

Zenoss, Inc.

Zenoss provides dynamic system monitoring for IT services across physical, virtual, and hybrid cloud infrastructures. The core of Zenoss is open source and built on Zope/Python, Ext JS, and MySQL.

- Helped wrap up development of UI refresh for 3.0 release
- Developed Dynamic Service View using Flex and yfiles
- Use Agile methodologies for software development
- Design new event processing and service monitoring suite which uses Java, RabbitMQ, SOLR/Lucene, and Neo4j.

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Mike Thornton

MindsWideOpen.In

As the Founder and AI Catalyst at MindsWideOpen.In in Bengaluru, I lead the charge in propelling startups for exponential growth for startups through bold and effective AI adoption and ExO-2.0 principles. By developing innovative AI solutions, I optimize operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive revenue growth.

• Led the development of cutting-edge AI solutions to optimize operations and enhance customer experiences.
• Implemented ExO-2.0 principles to drive revenue growth and propel startups towards success.

Founder and AI Catalyst

Tesser Insights

Strategic Advisor

Tesser Insights is an Azure based cloud platform that makes use of most Azure data management components including Azure Data Lake, Azure Storage, Databricks, SQL Server, Machine Learning, Application Services and other integration components. Tesser integrates all these components for business analysts for seamless insights discovery. Our orchestration layer eliminates the complexity of managing a cloud environment, allowing you to focus on your business transformation to a digital world supported by a world class analytics platform and an unmatched self-service experience

Chief Operating Officer

DXC Technology

- Lead an Engineering team that explores emerging technologies (like Blockchain / M2M /
Conversational AI / QC) to develop PoCs and Solutions in collaboration with partners-  Enable 
- Competency and Graduate Delivery
- Lead conversations with customers and partners on Next-Gen Technology Offerings.

Director DXCLabs(India)

Chief Technology Officer - DXC India

- Advanced Technology Development : Integrate best-of-breed CSC and partners technology capabilities in novel ways to help bring consumer-like experiences to modernized Outside-In enterprises
- Support Build, Solution and Sell Next Gen Offerings in areas of Cyber, Cloud & BigData
- Lead customer conversations on Next Gen Offerings
- Engage with partner organizations in India with focus on 
** Managing industry alliances and partnerships in the region with focus on 
** Increasing awareness and knowledge of the choices  in delivery
- Lead India Units of  BDA, Cyber & CSPD–Application Architects
- Lead / Support Technology Skills Development Programs, Innovation Initiatives, Campus
- Recruitment & Training Strategy
- Agility + DevOps enablement

CTO - CSC India (Advanced R&D & Innovation)

- Managing development and support of Industrialized Service Offerings in the applications space (Application Management, Application Development and Application Cloud Enablement Offerings) 
- Driving innovation initiatives and programs including account innovation, capability show casing through internal and external events, industry and academia collaboration
- Leading and supporting process / quality excellence initiatives 
- Managing industry alliances and partnerships in the region with focus on 
** Effectively integrating partner tools into our service offerings
** Increasing awareness and knowledge of the choices  in delivery
- An active member of LEF (Leading Edge Forum) 
- Location Lead for Bangalore Delivery Center

Head  - Office of Innovation and Director - Business Practices - Global Applications

- Lead  / Roll out global Office of Innovation programs in India, facilitating Account Innovation, managing  alliances with technology / service partners & academic / research institutes in India and promoting global CoEs & Service Offerings out of India Delivery Centers
- Lead Technology pursuits and projects (under application services), including business enablement, technology consulting and solutions development in the areas of enterprise integration (incl. SOA, SaaS, collaboration and content management portals), business intelligence and data warehousing

Head - Office of innovation & Strategic Technology Services

Covansys

- Business Enablement, Vendor Alliance Management, Technology Enablement and Delivery Support with focus on strategic new initiatives, customer acquisitions in the areas of chosen technologies viz, EAI/J2EE, MS.Net and DW/BI.
- Manage a set of practice leaders, consultants and architects across chosen practices. Incubate and sustain CoEs.
- Targets on Business Enablement, Revenue Earned and Competency Development for the group and the corporation
- Projects Delivery and resource coordination of projects delivered out of Bangalore Center having about 300 technical staff

Vice President, Head of Technology and Head Bangalore Center

- Projects Delivery and resource management of projects delivered out of Bangalore Center having about 300 technical staff. (largely E-Biz, E-Commerce projects)
- Technology and Pre-sales support for all projects out of India. 
- Management of developer partnership with Microsoft, IBM etc.

General Manager - Head Bangalore Center

- Lead & Deliver all E-Commerce projects (on Web/J2EE/.NET technologies) for global customers (largely .COM startups)
- Lead Corporate's Solutions Engineering Group to develop industry solutions. 
- Lead strategic technology initiatives and vendor alliances.
- Program Manager and thought leader of a special interest group consisting of 30 members focusing on Microsoft Technologies including .NET and Share Point Portal

General Manager - E-Commerce Projects and Solutions

Complete Business Solutions Inc

Lead & Deliver E-Commerce / E-Biz projects (on Web/J2EE/.NET technologies) for global customers (largely .COM startups)

Senior Project Manager

Project Manager

Consultant / Senior Consultant

Tata Unisys Ltd.

Manager

Lead Analyst

System Analyst

Indian Telephone Industries Ltd.

Asst. Executive Engineer

𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐰𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧: 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
With 37 years of experience, Ganesh Swaminathan (JiYes) has driven growth and innovation at the intersection of technology and business. Specializing in next-generation business models, Ganesh accelerates Exponential Organizations (ExOs) through technologies like AI, Blockchain, and Quantum Computing.
Ganesh’s mission as a strategic advisor is to empower businesses to navigate digital complexities and achieve sustainable growth. By combining visionary leadership and future-focused solutions, he enables organizations to harness technology for lasting impact.

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:-
•	Pioneering Technologies: Expertise in Cloud Computing, AI, Blockchain, Digital Twins, and Quantum Computing.
•	Global Experience: Professional engagements across Europe, the US, and India, enhancing cultural and business adaptability.
•	Entrepreneurial Vision: Driving ethical and impactful integration of technologies into business models.
•	Evaluation and Enablement: Assessing technologies, engaging partners, and empowering businesses and communities.

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲
- Founder, MindsWideOpen.In (2021–Present)
Guides startups with AI insights and ancient wisdom, fostering exponential growth and sustainable innovation.
- COO, Tesser Insights (2021–2023)
Led the creation of Spoggle, a self-serve analytics platform transforming data into actionable insights.
- Director of Labs & CTO, DXC (2017–2020)
Advanced emergent technologies, including Blockchain, M2M Commerce, and AI, driving global innovation.
- Head of Innovation & CTO, CSC (2007–2017)
Redefined enterprise strategies with initiatives in Cloud Computing, Big Data, and Cybersecurity.
- VP, Covansys (2000–2007)
Led technology CoEs in e-commerce and data solutions, aligning tech with business goals.
- SWIFT Innovator (1992–1998)
Developed PC Connect, a groundbreaking financial communication tool integrating PCs with SWIFT’s network.
- Tech Lead, Swissair & SITA (1990–1992)
Enhanced terminal operations, streamlining aviation communication and logistics.
- Systems Architect, ITI (1987–1990)
Built Real-Time Operating Systems and voice/data switching products, laying the groundwork for innovation.

𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Ganesh mentors entrepreneurs and leaders, applying science, math, and quantum computing to practical solutions. His vision integrates ethical innovation and societal progress, creating a legacy where technology drives meaningful change.

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