HARSHAVARDHAN CHENNAMCHETTY
SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING MANAGER
LEANDER,Texas
Summary
Adaptable software engineering manager dedicated to streamlining and maximizing the profitability of multiple projects. Expertise in architecting and developing scalable, cloud-native applications using Java, .NET, Spring Boot, and .NET Core. Passionate about building resilient, fault-tolerant, and high-availability systems in cloud environments like AWS, GCP, and Azure. A firm believer in holistic and collaborative management strategies, providing exceptional oversight and hands-on guidance to improve throughput figures and quality metrics.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering Manager
HOME DEPOT
12.2021 - Current
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation for software development projects, ensuring optimal use of resources and timely delivery of milestones.
- Lead architecture, development, and optimization of large-scale applications using Java, Spring Boot, .NET Core, and React
- Collaborated with product managers to define clear project requirements, aligning engineering efforts with business goals.
- Guided the team through cloud migration strategies, leveraging GCP, Kubernetes, and Docker to ensure scalability and high availability
- Designed and implemented RESTful APIs and event-driven microservices using Spring Boot, .NET Core, and Kafka
- Provided hands-on mentorship, debugging critical production issues, and implementing best practices for software engineering
- Defined SLAs/SLOs and set up monitoring dashboards (Datadog) to ensure application reliability and performance
Lead Software Developer
COX AUTOMOTIVE
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Developed and maintained cloud-based applications using Spring Boot, .NET Core, Node.js, and AWS (DynamoDB, SQS, SNS, S3)
- Led microservices implementation, improving system scalability and reducing downtime
- Championed a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the development team, inspiring colleagues to push boundaries and strive for excellence in their work.
- Migrated legacy monolithic applications to containerized microservices, enhancing system resilience and deployment speed
- Implemented CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Docker, Kubernetes) for automated deployments and monitoring.
Application Developer IV
WORLDPAY US INC
09.2012 - 04.2018
- Spearheaded the development of payment processing microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and .NET Core
- Led the transition from monolithic architectures to service-oriented architectures (SOA) and API-driven development
- Built and optimized high-performance APIs for financial transactions, integrating with third-party providers securely
- Developed serverless solutions using AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, and API Gateway, improving efficiency and reducing costs
- Initiated code reviews within the team to improve overall code quality and minimize potential errors during deployment phases.
- Developed custom solutions for clients based on their unique business requirements and objectives.
Education
Master’s - Electrical and Electronics
Northwestern Polytechnic University
Fremont, CASkills
Java
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Java (Spring Boot, Hibernate, JPA), .NET Core (C#, ASP.NET), JavaScript (React, Angular), Node.js, AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Cassandra, Kafka, Redis, Agile, Scrum, TDD, RESTful APIs, CI/CD, Observability (New Relic, Datadog)
Why Me
- Dual Expertise in Java & .NET – Bridging the gap between two major ecosystems to deliver best-in-class software solutions.
- Hands-On Leadership – A true engineering manager who codes, debugs, and unblocks the team when needed.
- Cloud-Native Architect – Deep experience in cloud platforms, microservices, and scalable software design.
- Proven Track Record – Successfully delivered enterprise-scale solutions, reducing costs and improving system resilience.
Connect
Harsha8373@gmail.com, (971) 285-6577, Austin, TX
Key Strengths And Skills
- Java & .NET Full-Stack Development – Proficient in Java (Spring Boot, JPA, Hibernate, Microservices), .NET Core (C#, ASP.NET), and front-end frameworks (React, Angular).
- Microservices & Cloud-Native Architecture – Expertise in designing, developing, and deploying microservices-based applications on AWS, GCP, and Azure.
- Leadership & Team Mentorship – Strong background in leading cross-functional engineering teams, ensuring technical excellence, and unblocking developers.
- DevOps & CI/CD – Hands-on experience with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and automated deployment pipelines.
- Scalability & Performance Optimization – Skilled in optimizing databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Cassandra), improving application performance, and implementing caching (Redis, Ehcache).
- Agile & Engineering Best Practices – Experienced in Agile, Scrum, and implementing robust coding standards, TDD, and design patterns.
Accomplishments
- Led Cloud Migration at Home Depot, transitioning critical applications to GCP and Kubernetes, improving system uptime by 99.99% and reducing operational costs by 30%.
- Spearheaded Microservices Adoption at Cox Automotive, reducing monolithic dependencies and enhancing deployment speed by 40%.
- Optimized API Performance at Worldpay US, cutting transaction processing time by 50% through Spring Boot and .NET Core enhancements.
- Championed DevOps Best Practices, implementing Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Terraform, achieving 95% automated deployments and reducing failures.
- Mentored and Led Engineering Teams, training over 25 engineers in modern cloud-native development, resulting in improved code quality and faster delivery cycles.
Timeline
Software Engineering Manager
HOME DEPOT
12.2021 - Current
Lead Software Developer
COX AUTOMOTIVE
04.2018 - 12.2021
Application Developer IV
WORLDPAY US INC
09.2012 - 04.2018
Master’s - Electrical and Electronics
Northwestern Polytechnic University