Jayant Kumawat
Plano,TX
Summary
Strategic and dynamic technology executive with 12+ years of experience leading AI/ML, platform engineering, DevOps, and large-scale transformation across finance, retail, and consumer goods. Proven success in building and scaling enterprise AI solutions, modernizing cloud infrastructure, and driving innovation for Fortune 500 companies. Expert at bridging business strategy and technology execution, managing multi-million dollar portfolios, and delivering measurable business value through high-performing, cross-functional teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
AI Solutions & Platform Lead
PepsiCo
05.2024 - Current
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of end-to-end AI solutions, transforming business challenges into scalable, production-ready systems.
- Built robust AI platforms with integrated observability, enabling real-time monitoring, performance analytics, and proactive issue resolution for AI models and pipelines.
- Partner with the Responsible AI (RAI) team to ensure all AI solutions are ethical, transparent, and compliant; conduct risk assessments for bias, fairness, and explainability.
- Drive adoption of best practices for AI lifecycle management, including model governance, versioning, and continuous improvement.
- Enable cross-functional teams to leverage AI capabilities, accelerating digital transformation and delivering measurable business value.
- Champion automation and platform engineering to streamline AI solution delivery and operational efficiency.
Cloud DevOps Engineering Lead
PepsiCo
11.2019 - 05.2024
- Directed and delivered multi-million dollar cloud and DevOps projects, achieving a 98% on-time delivery rate and consistent budget adherence.
- Led initiatives to enhance developer efficiency by deploying state-of-the-art tools, including GitHub Copilot and an internal developer portal.
- Developed and executed platform engineering strategies, resulting in a 30% improvement in operational efficiency and a 20% reduction in infrastructure costs.
- Fostered a high-performance engineering culture, increasing team productivity by 25% and reducing error rates by 15%.
- Managed day-to-day activities, optimizing cloud resources and achieving a 20% improvement in observability, a 15% increase in reliability, and a 30% reduction in operational costs.
- Orchestrated a complete cloud infrastructure overhaul, leading a cross-functional team of 25 engineers, which resulted in a 20% cost reduction and 30% faster deployment speeds using Kubernetes, Terraform, and AWS.
- Implemented DevOps practices, leveraging cloud technologies to streamline software delivery, resulting in a 40% reduction in time-to-market and a 25% increase in deployment frequency.
- Provided strategic program management, aligning decisions with business goals and driving a 20% improvement in overall program efficiency.
Platform Engineering Lead
Citibank
02.2017 - 11.2019
- Formulated and delivered Cloud DevOps engineering roadmaps, integrating cloud and DevOps practices organization-wide.
- Provided operational and strategic oversight for global teams, including hiring, performance reviews, and career development.
- Implemented Scrum/Agile methodologies, ensuring efficient project execution and delivery.
- Collaborated with Cyber Security and Risk leaders during audits and championed remediation of cloud platform findings.
- Maintained a cost-efficient cloud environment in partnership with the Cloud COE Business office.
- Managed vendor relationships and executed third-party SOWs with procurement.
Team Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
05.2014 - 02.2017
- Led a team of engineers to develop and maintain middleware and cloud solutions, achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate.
- Delivered multiple projects within budget and timeline.
- Implemented DevOps practices using JIRA workflows, improving collaboration and streamlining development.
- Integrated multiple programming languages and technologies for seamless project transitions.
- Mentored and coached team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, Texas01.2023
Bachelor of Technology - undefined
Rajasthan Technical University
01.2011
Skills
- Implementation of AI and ML solutions
- Generative AI expertise
- AI Observability & Responsible AI
- Cloud Platforms: Azure, AWS, GCP
- Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible
- DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code
- Microservices, REST APIs
- Agile/Scrum Leadership
- Product & Vendor Management
- Strategic Planning & Transformation
Accomplishments
- Designed and launched an enterprise-wide AI platform with integrated observability,
- Led the end-to-end development and productionization of 10+ AI solutions, enabling business units to automate decision-making and optimize operations, resulting in over $10M in cost savings and new revenue streams.
- Collaborated with Responsible AI teams to implement robust governance and bias mitigation frameworks, increasing model transparency and trust across the organization.
- Automated key business processes using AI , reducing manual intervention by 40% and boosting operational efficiency.
- Championed the adoption of MLOps best practices, including model versioning, continuous integration, and automated monitoring, recucing model development anf deployment time from weeks to days.
- Mentored and upskilled cross-functional teams in AI/ML technologies and best practices, increasing AI adoption and capability across 10+ departments.
- Drove strategic partnerships with technology vendors and startups to pilot and scale innovative AI solutions, turning early-stage concepts into enterprise standards.
Certification
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator
- Microsoft Azure Architect
- AWS Solution Architect
- SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager
- ITIL v3
Timeline
AI Solutions & Platform Lead
PepsiCo
05.2024 - Current
Cloud DevOps Engineering Lead
PepsiCo
11.2019 - 05.2024
Platform Engineering Lead
Citibank
02.2017 - 11.2019
Team Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
05.2014 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Technology - undefined
Rajasthan Technical University
Master of Business Administration -
Texas A&M International University
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