Sarat Kondareddy
Summary
Dynamic Senior Leader with 20+ years of experience in software engineering, system integrations, and enterprise architecture. Proven ability to build and lead high-performing software engineering teams, driving strategic technology solutions that align with business goals. Skilled in Agile practices, mentoring technical talent, managing scalable technology platforms, and fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director Data Engineering & Integrations
Carter's
04.2014 - Current
- Lead multiple product-focused software engineering teams comprising 50+ Sr. Managers, Architects, and Engineers, significantly enhancing Agile project delivery efficiency by 30%.
- Mentor and guide technical and professional development of software engineering talent, fostering leadership and technical excellence.
- Collaborate with product leaders to define strategy, roadmaps, and destination architectures, aligning technology execution with business outcomes.
- Manage a diverse technology portfolio, successfully architecting scalable solutions including API-first strategies that integrate seamlessly with 100+ internal and third-party platforms.
- Drive craftsmanship, availability, resilience, and scalability through cloud migrations and unified data platforms, reducing latency by 90% and operational costs by 40%.
- Continuously improve software engineering practices through the implementation of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines, significantly enhancing software delivery speed and quality.
- Champion experimentation with emerging technologies, proactive participation in tech communities, and encourage innovative and inclusive thinking within engineering teams.
- Optimize technology vendor partnerships (AWS, IBM, Informatica), maximizing innovation and achieving optimal financial efficiency (managed budgets exceeding $5M OpEx, $1M CapEx).
Sr. Manager Data Engineering and System Integrations
Cognizant Technology Solutions
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Oversaw a global engineering team of 80+ IT professionals in Agile environments, achieving significant operational efficiency improvements (95%) through scalable integration frameworks.
- Developed architectural vision and problem-solving strategies, spearheading automated ETL pipelines and real-time streaming solutions.
- Fostered high-performance teams, enhancing software quality through rigorous data governance and validation processes.
Principal Consultant
University of Michigan Hospital and Health Systems | Cigna Health care
11.2011 - 07.2014
- Provided strategic technical leadership, bridging IT solutions and business objectives.
- Designed API-driven integration solutions, enhancing data processing efficiency and operational excellence.
- Collaborated with analytics teams to deliver robust data models driving strategic insights.
Sr. Software Engineer / Architect
Tyco - ADT
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Managed stakeholder communication and led successful delivery of critical digital transformation initiatives including Vendor Portal, Online Bill Pay, and Lead Management solutions.
- Architected and implemented complex integrations across Mainframes, J2EE, Oracle, DB2, Informix, and AS400 environments, significantly streamlining business processes.
- Ensured technical solutions strategically aligned with business objectives, achieving measurable improvements in operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Application Integration Architect / Sr. Engineer
MSS Inc
06.2002 - 11.2009
- Designed and delivered sophisticated claim processing interfaces integrating Billing (SMP), Claims, AS400, and Financial systems, ensuring seamless and efficient operations.
- Engineered complex integration solutions between SAP R/3 HR modules and various legacy systems including mainframes and Oracle applications.
- Developed robust integration platforms for Delphi's expense reporting and 3PL Ryder logistics, optimizing data exchange between Delphi plants.
- Executed strategic integration interfaces connecting Siebel CRM, Oracle Applications, and SAP ERP systems, directly supporting critical UAN 2.0/3.0 projects.
- Co-authored and delivered specialized training manuals on IBM WebSphere MQ integration products, conducting training sessions at IBM Corporation in Hursley, United Kingdom.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Engineering Technology
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN01.2002
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Communication Engineering
Gulbarga University
01.1999
Skills
Core Competencies:
- Agile & DevOps Methodologies
- Team Leadership, Mentorship & Growth
- Strategic Technology Roadmaps
- Software Engineering & Architecture
- API & Microservices Architectures
- Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Technical Skills:
- Programming: Java, Python, SQL
- Frameworks & Technologies: Spark, Kafka, Airflow, Databricks, dbt
- Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, Glue, Redshift), Azure, Google Cloud
- Monitoring & Tools: Splunk, Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Jira, ServiceNow
- APIs & Integrations: REST, GraphQL, IBM Integration Bus, MuleSoft
Certification
- AWS Solution Architect Training
- IBM DataPower XI52, WebSphere Message Broker, BPM Advanced, Lombardi Edition certifications
Leadership Management Skills
- Agile Coaching (Scrum, Kanban)
- Strategic IT Planning & Execution
- Vendor Management & Negotiation
- Budgeting & Financial Oversight
- Stakeholder Engagement
Timeline
Director Data Engineering & Integrations
Carter's
04.2014 - Current
Sr. Manager Data Engineering and System Integrations
Cognizant Technology Solutions
08.2013 - 10.2014
Principal Consultant
University of Michigan Hospital and Health Systems | Cigna Health care
11.2011 - 07.2014
Sr. Software Engineer / Architect
Tyco - ADT
11.2009 - 11.2011
Application Integration Architect / Sr. Engineer
MSS Inc
06.2002 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Communication Engineering
Gulbarga University
Master of Science - Computer Engineering Technology
University of Memphis
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