Ashwath Kaushik
Technical Program Manager 2, Microsoft
Bellevue,WA
Summary
Critical thinker and problem solver by analyzing the data and execute on the solution. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to have a positive impact on the company goals. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute towards the success of the business. Eager to apply, develop and gain deeper knowledge and expertise on cloud-based services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Technical Program Manager 1 & 2
Microsoft
Redmond, WA
06.2022 - Current
- Delivered high-impact presentations to stakeholders demonstrating program value, progress updates, and strategic recommendations.
- Achieved goals set with leadership by coordinating with development and implementing features to improve service performance and reliability.
- Drove network deployment of key software features to support future growth, increasing network coverage support from 80% to 98.5%
- Successfully managed multiple simultaneous projects while adhering to strict deadlines for optimal progress tracking.
- TPM 1 from June 2022-Sep 2024, promoted to TPM 2 Sept. 2024-NOW
Engineer, Systems Architecture
T-Mobile
Redmond, Washington
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Led transition from virtualized architecture running on RedHat OpenStack to container based architecture running on kubernetes.
- Analyzed problematic areas within network flow to identify solutions to better improve network performance and decrease latency
- Participated in internal design reviews of proposed changes to the network and provided input on feasibility and potential technical improvements.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to implement proposed architectural goals and design concepts to further enhance the network.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Devised tools and benchmarks to improve team performance and monitor production.
- Prepared written summaries to accompany results and maintain documentation
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service
- Coordinated installation and configuration of new deivces and system components in the Data Center
- Developed team communications and information for meetings
Associate Engineer, Systems Architecture
T-Mobile
Redmond, WA
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Led full project lifecycle by providing leadership from design phase, through quality assurance and to production deployment.
- Designed tools to support cross-functional teams and reduce dependency between diverse operational teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 09.2015 - 12.2019
Skills
Product Design
Network Architecture
Network Troubleshooting
Network Protocol Expertise
Vendor Sourcing
Python
Linux
Vendor management
Certification
AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundemantals
Timeline
Technical Program Manager 1 & 2
Microsoft
06.2022 - Current
Certified Kubernetes Administrator
02-2022
AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundemantals
01-2022
Engineer, Systems Architecture
T-Mobile
09.2021 - 06.2022
Openstack IaaS through T-Mobile Percipio
02-2020
Associate Engineer, Systems Architecture
T-Mobile
06.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Washington
09.2015 - 12.2019
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