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BHUSHAN PATIL

San Antonio

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Iron Mountain, excelling in technical proficiency and client relationship management. Spearheaded solution architecture and pre-sales support, driving successful outcomes and establishing thought leadership. Skilled in technical consulting and architecture governance, I consistently deliver innovative solutions, enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Principal Solution Architect

Iron Mountain
09.2021 - Current
  • Pre-Sales Solution Design & Enablement: Develops and delivers pre-sales technical configurations and diagrams, including technical review and approval processes, empowering Account Managers and Sales Management to effectively position solutions
  • Technical Sales Support: Provides expert technical support during sales calls and solution presentations, collaborating with Enterprise Account Executives to manage the deal cycle and drive successful outcomes
  • Strategic Technical Consulting: Engages early with prospects to consult on proposed architectures, technical change management strategies, and program risk mitigation, building trust and establishing thought leadership
  • Architecture Governance & Quality Assurance: Ensures business and quality objectives are met by providing architectural oversight and management throughout the project lifecycle
  • Business Development: Contributes to business development activities, identifying and qualifying potential opportunities
  • Solution Architecture Design & Scope Management: Designs robust and performant solution architectures, effectively defining scope for delivery teams to ensure successful project execution
  • Solution Validation & Proof of Concept: Performs 'As-Is' to 'To-Be' analysis, develops and delivers compelling solution demonstrations, and defines and supports the scope for Proof of Concepts or Pilot programs

Sr. Project Manager

Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2010 - 09.2021
  • Technology-Enabled Transformation: Leads change across large platforms and functional areas, leveraging technology solutions to achieve strategic objectives
  • Global Pre-Sales Capability: Fosters a global community of Presales Solutions Architects, providing training, mentorship, and guidance on the new solution architecture framework
  • Provided Critical Technical Support: Delivers expert 'SWAT' coverage for key customer-facing events, ensuring successful outcomes and client satisfaction
  • Proactive Client Communication: Proactively communicates overall strategy, key issues, and critical updates to clients in a timely and transparent manner
  • Understands Client Needs: Analyzes clients' physical and digital information environments, identifies challenges, and provides effective problem-solving solutions
  • Contributed to Solution Architecture: Participates in application architecture design, providing technical expertise for architectural and design decisions, including HLD and LLD design and reviews
  • Designed & Scopes Solutions: Scopes Cognizant solutions across the Digital portfolio, ensuring alignment with client needs and business objectives
  • Delivers Solution Presentations & Demonstrations: Presents compelling solution overviews and demonstrations to clients, showcasing value and addressing their specific requirements
  • Enhanced Systems & Processes: Developed and implemented a support model that identifies and capitalizes on opportunities to enhance current systems and improve operational efficiency
  • Drives Agile Delivery: Employs agile methodologies, including sprints, daily stand-up meetings, and effective communication strategies, to ensure on-time, high-quality deliverables and increased productivity
  • Facilitated Technical Design: Participates in technical design discussions and decisions, contributing to robust and effective solution architectures

Project Lead

BNP Paribas India Solutions
Mumbai
02.2008 - 12.2009
  • Managed accountability for technical deliverables throughout project lifecycle.
  • Led the architecture and management of the technical change management process.
  • Facilitated discussions with stakeholders for in-depth requirement analysis.
  • Outlined application functionalities through meticulous solution design processes.
  • Coordinated end-to-end architectural processes from conceptual design to execution.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
  • Resolved conflicts within the project team to maintain a positive working environment.

Software Development Lead

MphasiS Software and Services (India)
Mumbai
05.2004 - 01.2008
  • Analyzed system functionality to develop tailored software applications.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of software initiatives.
  • Prepared structured summaries of application functionalities and system processes.
  • Mentored team members, driving productivity and professional development.
  • Coordinates project timelines and monitors software deliverables to ensure timely completion.
  • Developed efficient solutions for critical technical interface challenges.
  • Proactively identifies software issues to ensure optimal performance.

Education

MBA - Business Analysis, Economics for Managers, Financial Accounting

Harvard Business School Online
Boston, MA
09-2023

B.E. - Computer Engineering

Mumbai University
India
01.2004

Skills

  • Technical Proficiency
  • Pre-sales support
  • Solution architecture
  • Technical consulting
  • Architecture governance
  • Strong Verbal Skills
  • Client Relationship Management

Affiliations

  • Founder of Non Profit helping the underprivileged children education

Certification

  • AWS Certified Architect Professional

Timeline

Principal Solution Architect

Iron Mountain
09.2021 - Current

Sr. Project Manager

Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2010 - 09.2021

Project Lead

BNP Paribas India Solutions
02.2008 - 12.2009

Software Development Lead

MphasiS Software and Services (India)
05.2004 - 01.2008

MBA - Business Analysis, Economics for Managers, Financial Accounting

Harvard Business School Online

B.E. - Computer Engineering

Mumbai University
BHUSHAN PATIL