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Lalitha Selvam

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, India
08.2010

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

ANNA University
Chennai, India
08.2005

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