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Jeyanth Xavier

Jeyanth Xavier

Louisville,KY

Summary

A dynamic and results-driven technology leader with over 20 years of experience in strategic planning and complex problem-solving in the retail, telecommunication, and QSR industries. Expertise includes networking, marketing, cross-functional communication, employee supervision, and process improvements. As a decisive leader, I have leveraged my cloud computing as well as DevSecOps leadership expertise to drive innovation, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver exceptional solutions. I have a track record of excellence in executing complex programs for retail customers and for organizations such as Papa Johns. I am passionate about tackling complex problems and coming up with innovative solutions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director, Enterprise Platform Engineering

Papa Johns International Inc.
Louisville, KY
09.2022 - Current
  • Led and coached a team of 40+ platform and DevSecOPs engineers in managing Google Cloud services for Papa Johns Enterprise infrastructure across multiple regions.
  • Led enterprise Cloud Migration program for transferring 2 On-Prem Data Centers Workloads to Google Cloud, involving over 1500 virtual servers, 200 microservices, and hosting more than 300 applications within a span of 15 months.
  • Developed and implemented a top-performing Cloud-FinOps framework that achieved an annual cost reduction of 3% ($200k) across all service areas using AI framework.
  • Played an instrumental role in developing a thorough technology roadmap for Papa Johns business divisions encompassing 8 domains, outlining key investments and dependencies to guide strategic initiatives across the organization.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of an automated Threats and Vulnerability Program utilizing BigFix tool, ensuring monthly patching and reporting of all servers (1500+) to minimize OS security threats.
  • Utilized extensive Agile experience and coached developer communities, implementing a future-proof DevSecOps Framework. Managed 1000+ Jenkin CI, CD, and CT Jobs to ensure faster and more secure delivery of applications with exceptional quality for millions of Papa Johns customers.

DevOps/QA Automation Manager

INFOSYS
Chicago, IL
10.2018 - 09.2021

CLIENT: KraftHeinz

  • Managed a diverse team size of 40+ professionals to effectively implement Azure DevOps portfolio. Specialized in QA Automation and Functional Testing.
  • Successfully established efficient Azure DevOps CI/CD/CT Pipelines for the deployment of applications across different technologies like .Net Stack, Salesforce, and Angular JS.
  • Strategized and implemented a comprehensive plan utilizing Azure DevOps full stack to seamlessly build Continuous Integration, Deployment, and Testing Pipelines
  • Facilitated the adoption of best practices through training and playbooks on branching strategies, QA automation, Pipelines and agile dashboards.
  • Led a proficient Testing COE responsible for end-to-end oversight of automation, performance, and functional testing.
  • Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.

Project Manager/QA Lead

INFOSYS
Columbus, OH
10.2011 - 09.2018

CLIENT: Lbrands

  • Played Testing COE QA Program lead in Merchandise Planning and allocation and logistics landscape.
  • Led larger QA Programs in parallel including Victoria Secret International Operating Model (VSIOM) and Rosetta Master Data Projects.
  • Increased efficiency and ensured high quality through the development of reliable Automation Testing suites using selenium web-driver, apache POI, and extent report. Enhanced the speed of validating e2E regression scripts.
  • Executed testing for JDA EP, IKB upgrades, JDA Allocation, Data stage Upgrade, Manhattan TMS Implementation projects with a team of 25+ engineers from Infosys and Lbarnds.
  • Trained and coached testing team, implemented optimal testing practices, and demonstrated MP&A - TcoE as the superior track within enterprise TCoE initiative.
  • Coordinated a back office testing program for 'Stores Out of Stock' and 'Buy Online Return in Stores'. Developed business test scenarios, performed data mining, executed scripts alongside 15 individuals representing the client's business group and offshore team.
  • Forecasted project timelines, monitored personnel performance and ensured cost efficiency.

QA Lead

InfoSys
Plano, TX
05.2010 - 10.2011

CLIENT: JC Penney

  • Worked on Testing of JCP's .com platform migration from its Old legacy system to Sterling
  • Led both Manual and Automation releases with 10-member offshore team for End to End testing of JCP.com Applications.
  • Successfully delivered JCP. Com all QA deliverables for OMNI migration, all seasonal and monthly releases.
  • Mentored JCP QA associates with defined QA processes and industry best practices.

Test Specialist

IBM
05.2009 - 03.2010

CLIENT: Nokia Siemens

  • Served as a Test Specialist in the HiQ product team, responsible for defining automation test scripts to upgrade all legacy call processing services on the next generation platform.
  • Facilitated defect identification by executing automation scripts on new builds, then retested to resolve issues and ensure seamless implementation.
  • Utilized standardized tests and measurements to evaluate data accuracy and record results.

System Engineer

Nortel
Ottawa
05.2008 - 05.2009
  • Played a Test SME role with Nortel - IBM product verification transition program and successfully acquired Versatile Service Engine (VSE) product knowledge and defined in Nortel GSM/CDMA next generation telecommunication products and tested the products with a robust test plan.
  • Involved in Knowledge transition to offshore team and mentoring the team to pick up validations seamlessly.

Test Engineer

Alcatel
Chennai
12.2004 - 05.2008
  • Customers Worked: DTAG-Germany, Telmex-Mexico, Turkey, Played as a key Software Test Engineer role for several S12 switch and MGC 5020 switch projects to help with creation of robust test cases around Functional and User acceptance testing to uncover key issues during early testing cycles.
  • Played a Generalist role to analyze issues reported by Customers or during testing phases around CFCS-Call Facility and Call Services modules which support supplementary features for all connected residential subscribers and business subscribers
  • And Produced Solution reports with new code change to Design architects.
  • Key responsibilities: gather requirements, test scenarios/cases creation, peer review, execution, defect resolution, UAT, production testing support.
  • Identified and resolved hardware and software interface obstacles and oversaw system integration.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Government College of Engineering
Manonmanium Sundaranar University
2004

Skills

  • Cloud Computing Strategic Planning
  • Technology Roadmapping
  • Cloud Modernization and FinOps
  • DevSecOps & Cloud AI Platforms
  • Cross-Functional Team Management
  • Innovation Management
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
  • Process Implementation
  • Disaster Recovery Planning

Affiliations

  • Awards from Lbrands client won for Complex Program Delivery
  • MVP awards from Infosys

Certification

AZ-400 Azure DevOps Engineer Expert Certification.

Timeline

Director, Enterprise Platform Engineering

Papa Johns International Inc.
09.2022 - Current

DevOps/QA Automation Manager

INFOSYS
10.2018 - 09.2021

Project Manager/QA Lead

INFOSYS
10.2011 - 09.2018

QA Lead

InfoSys
05.2010 - 10.2011

Test Specialist

IBM
05.2009 - 03.2010

System Engineer

Nortel
05.2008 - 05.2009

Test Engineer

Alcatel
12.2004 - 05.2008

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Government College of Engineering
Jeyanth Xavier