Lalitha Selvam
Frisco,TX
Summary
Director of Data Engineering with expertise in leading high-performing teams in dynamic settings. Proficient in utilizing advanced analytics, machine learning, and data warehousing to enhance strategic decision-making and improve operational efficiency. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills contribute to successful project execution and streamlined operations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Data Engineering & Analytics
O’Reilly Auto Parts
Springfield, MO
07.2025 - Current
- Lead enterprise-wide data engineering, analytics, and data governance functions across retail, digital, supply chain, and customer domains.
- Drive modernization of O’Reilly’s legacy data systems into cloud-native, scalable, real-time architectures using Kafka, GCP, SNOWFLAKE and microservices.
- Own strategy and delivery for digital/omni-channel pipelines supporting e-commerce, curbside, pricing, personalization, inventory, and marketing analytics.
- Establish enterprise data roadmap, quality standards, lineage, and governance aligned to business, legal, and compliance requirements.
- Manage multi-year programs for Customer 360, CDP modernization, MDM, and operational analytics.
- Lead a cross-functional team across engineering, analytics, architecture, and governance, cultivating a culture of ownership, innovation, and excellence.
- Partner with senior leadership across business, product, and IT to define data vision and deliver high-impact outcomes.
- Oversee budgets, vendor partnerships, and operational processes ensuring scalability, reliability, and cost efficiency.
Senior Engineering Manager II
Walmart Inc.
Dallas, TX
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Directed engineering team of over 20 across multiple locations to ensure cohesive operations.
- Established near real-time data pipelines that processed millions of transactions per second.
- Proposed Kafka connect bandwidth solution on WCNP, achieving 90% cost savings.
- Implemented migration to GCP Cloud Functions, reducing Dataproc costs by 80%.
- Led strategy development efforts with analysts and engineers to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed metrics services for pipeline monitoring and governance frameworks.
- Managed budgets and resources for projects, optimizing asset utilization.
- Represented US Walmart Global Tech at Grace Hopper Conference 2023.
Senior Engineering Manager I
Walmart Inc.
Bentonville, AR
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Established performance metrics for monitoring team progress towards key objectives, driving accountability and transparency among team members.
- Developed proposals for clients outlining project scope and timeline.
- Implemented process improvements that resulted in reduced production costs and increased profit margins.
- Improved team efficiency by streamlining engineering processes and implementing new project management tools.
- Trained and developed team of qualified and motivated employees and managed resources.
- Created innovative solutions to architectural problems, enabling successful project completion.
Staff Software Engineer
Walmart Inc.
Bentonville, AR
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Contributed to company-wide coding standards, promoting consistency and maintainability across projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products on schedule.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement through regular code reviews and constructive feedback sessions among team members.
- Conducted regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement data management best practices.
- Consistently met project deadlines, prioritizing tasks effectively and maintaining open lines of communication with stakeholders.
- Led architecture discussions, guiding team in making informed decisions about technology choices for various projects.
Senior Software Engineer
Walmart Inc.
Bentonville, AR
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
- Optimized code performance for improved user experience and system efficiency.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
- Streamlined development workflows, increasing team efficiency and reducing time spent on repetitive tasks.
Software Engineer III
Walmart Inc.
Bentonville, AR
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Refactored legacy codebase for improved maintainability, paving way for easier future updates.
- Provided technical guidance to junior developers, fostering positive team environment and promoting professional growth.
- Established efficient communication channels within team, leading to better collaboration among members during project development phases.
- Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.
Software Engineer
Kitestring Technical Services
Bentonville, AR
11.2015 - 12.2019
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Contributed ideas and suggestions in team meetings and delivered updates on deadlines, designs, and enhancements.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
- Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements.
- Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of software.
Senior Technical Lead
DTG Consulting Solutions, Inc
Richmond, VA
10.2014 - 11.2015
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
- Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements.
- Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of software.
Senior Technical Lead
HCL America INC
Rochester, NY
04.2011 - 09.2014
- Investigated system issues and implemented resolutions to reduce downtime.
- Assessed project milestones and team performance to keep staff on-task.
- Organized system operating procedures to strengthen controls.
- Researched and adopted new technologies to add value to existing offerings.
- Led the development and execution of end-to-end testing strategies for complex projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables that met client expectations.
Technical Leader
Wipro Technologies
Bangalore, India
05.2008 - 05.2011
- Streamlined project workflows for improved efficiency, resulting in timely project completion.
- Coordinated release activities, managing deployment schedules while mitigating risks associated with change management procedures.
- Increased customer satisfaction through efficient issue resolution and proactive communication of updates.
- Optimized software performance by leading thorough testing and debugging efforts.
- Managed resource allocation effectively, balancing workload distribution among team members to prevent burnout.
- Delivered high-quality products by enforcing strict adherence to coding standards and best practices within team.
- Contributed to strategic planning initiatives by providing valuable insights on current technology trends and market demands.
Software Engineer
California Software Co. Ltd.
Chennai, India
08.2005 - 05.2008
- Used Agile Scrum model to deliver solutions with high level of flexibility and adaptability.
- Developed custom UI components to address unique business requirements and improve overall functionality.
- Worked with design teams, project managers and business analysts to create intuitive and easy-to-use software.
- Enhanced team collaboration by actively participating in Agile/Scrum meetings, providing valuable insights on quality assurance aspects.
- Enhanced software quality by developing and implementing comprehensive testing strategies.
Education
MBA - Technology Mangament
Anna University
Chennai, India08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
ANNA University
Chennai, India08.2005
Skills
- Operations oversight and strategic planning
- Customer relationship management
- Training and mentoring
- Operational efficiency
- Requirements analysis
- Performance optimization
- Agile methodology
- Project management
- Cloud infrastructure design
- Budget management
- Data architecture
Accomplishments
Gold Medalist (College Topper) in UG (B Tech - Information Technology)
Career Achievements
- Best Performer Award, 2024 Walmart Inc
- Best performer, Xerox Corporation, for the Feature 'Just Print It'
- 'Feather in my Cap' award, Wipro, for the CL-Agent
Timeline
Director of Data Engineering & Analytics
O’Reilly Auto Parts
07.2025 - Current
Senior Engineering Manager II
Walmart Inc.
03.2024 - 06.2025
Senior Engineering Manager I
Walmart Inc.
05.2023 - 03.2024
Staff Software Engineer
Walmart Inc.
10.2022 - 04.2023
Senior Software Engineer
Walmart Inc.
12.2020 - 10.2022
Software Engineer III
Walmart Inc.
12.2019 - 12.2020
Software Engineer
Kitestring Technical Services
11.2015 - 12.2019
Senior Technical Lead
DTG Consulting Solutions, Inc
10.2014 - 11.2015
Senior Technical Lead
HCL America INC
04.2011 - 09.2014
Technical Leader
Wipro Technologies
05.2008 - 05.2011
Software Engineer
California Software Co. Ltd.
08.2005 - 05.2008
MBA - Technology Mangament
Anna University
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
ANNA University