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Sunil Kumar Gosai

Sunil Kumar Gosai

Dallas,USA

Summary

Highly accomplished Enterprise Cloud Solutions/ Infrastructure Architect with 14+ years of experience in crafting innovative solutions for Fortune 500 companies. Expertise spans pre-sales, post-sales, and delivery solutions architecture, encompassing cloud computing, disaster recovery, data migrations, cloud migrations, and AI Ops implementation. Proven ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with large customer teams.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cloud Delivery Lead / Infrastructure/Solutions Architect (Cloud Platform Ops / SRE)

Hitachi Vantara LLC
Dallas, USA
10.2020 - Current
  • Spearheaded a multi-million-dollar, 4-year cloud initiative, crafting technological roadmaps, architecting solutions, and leading high-level board meetings to ensure project alignment with business goals and evolving demands
  • Provided visionary leadership in systems engineering, enhancing design, strategic planning, and troubleshooting processes; achieved a 30% cost reduction and a 20% productivity boost
  • Partnered with HV Engineering, pre-sales, and MGS teams to deliver tailored customer solutions, including CloudOps and HV SRE frameworks
  • Implemented AI Ops (Artificial Intelligence for IT Operations) and Observability framework on using advanced data analytics, machine learning, and automation to enhance IT infrastructure management and system monitoring
  • SRE solutions: Created SRE framework on ensuring system reliability, availability, automation, monitoring, and incident response to maintain service reliability
  • Platform Engineering: Architect framework to Manage and enhance the platform or infrastructure that supports application development and deployment
  • Collaborated directly with client executives to translate business needs into actionable solutions using Hitachi and public cloud technologies, addressing unique user requirements and driving impactful outcomes
  • Implemented robust operational support for AWS environments (300 accounts), advancing EKS Kubernetes integration, platform and data engineering, SDLC, and OpenShift solutions
  • Led architecture, deployment, automation, and maintenance for containerized applications on OpenShift and AWS EKS, focusing on resilience, scalability, and high availability
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to design secure, scalable architectures and troubleshoot complex container and platform issues
  • Expanded the operational footprint from an 8x5, 1-year contract to a 3-year, 24x7 model, adding contractor support to meet growing client needs
  • Delivered comprehensive presentations to develop new business, communicate tech advancements, train teams, and drive operational growth
  • Defined success criteria and managed project expectations, scheduling resources, validating materials, and coordinating with Principal Consultants for task validation
  • Delivered services per project mandates, tracking task status and providing updates to Project Managers for Change Advisory Board review
  • Managed scope by promptly informing Project Managers of any out-of-scope requests, estimating required effort, and ensuring timely delivery of all project deliverables

AWS Cloud Solutions Architect

Hitachi Vantara LLC
Dallas, USA
11.2018 - 09.2020
  • Led enterprise-wide architecture initiatives, partnering closely with senior client stakeholders (CTO, CIO, VP) and cross-functional teams to develop AI and cloud products tailored to meet business demands
  • Contributed strategically as part of the Go-to-Market team, driving solution development efforts that led to a 20% increase in revenue growth
  • Pioneered multi-cloud integrations by architecting REAN Cloud and Hitachi’s on-premises ecosystem solutions, advancing multi-cloud capabilities to address complex customer needs
  • Architected transformative cloud infrastructure solutions, fostering cloud modernization and achieving a 35% increase in cloud adoption for enterprise clients
  • Led the development and deployment of innovative cloud solutions with a global impact, contributing to a $12M strategic initiative to redefine digital infrastructure for major corporations
  • Collaborated with sales and pre-sales teams to design private and public cloud adoption strategies, driving cloud engagement and revenue growth
  • Acted as a public cloud evangelist (AWS, Azure, GCP), integrating cloud offerings into client scenarios based on a deep understanding of customer requirements and business objectives
  • Designed and presented tailored cloud migration, modernization, and managed service solutions, responding to RFPs and leading technical discussions in presales contexts
  • Identified customer requirements to formulate innovative solutions addressing business and operational challenges, consolidating cloud strategy and solution architecture
  • Delivered compelling presentations to inform and influence client stakeholders, building new business, providing technology updates, and expanding operational capabilities
  • Recommended comprehensive cloud migration strategies, tools, and processes to streamline cloud transitions
  • Established credibility with technical leaders, fostering cloud advocacy and strong client relationships
  • Engaged in advanced architectural discussions to support customer success in adopting and migrating applications and services to the public cloud
  • Conducted in-depth training, proof-of-concept sessions, and knowledge transfer for clients in various stages of public cloud adoption
  • Served as Principal Architect for the transition from on-premises to hybrid and public cloud environments (UCP, AWS, Azure), overseeing architecture, configuration, security, and performance
  • Leveraged tools like Cloud Endure, SMS, and Database Migration Services for seamless cloud migrations, alongside Docker, Kubernetes, and microservices architectures
  • Developed and implemented an enterprise strategy for workload migration and automated platform provisioning through an architectural roadmap aligned with organizational goals

GSS Specialist Strategic Solutions Consultant / Private Cloud Architect

Hitachi Vantara LLC
Dallas, USA
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Leadership in Cloud Engineering: Managed and mentored a high-performing team of 20 cloud engineers and engineering leads
  • Spearheaded technology innovation, facilitated executive review meetings, and collaborated closely with engineering managers, architects, and product managers to architect strategic system solutions
  • Talent Development and Team Readiness: Played a key role in hiring and onboarding new engineering talent, conducting targeted training to equip the team for evolving business demands and technical challenges
  • Client-Centric Solution Innovation: Identified customer pain points and developed innovative solutions addressing business, operational, and financial challenges, including footprint consolidation, cloud strategy formation, and architectural solutions
  • Strategic Presentations and Business Growth: Delivered impactful presentations tailored to executive and technical audiences, contributing to new business acquisition, revenue growth from $6M to $12M, employee training, and operational expansion
  • Cross-Functional Solution Leadership: Led a team of 16 architects and engineers to develop and present customer-centric cloud, IoT, and AI/ML solutions, providing Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) to senior client leadership
  • Technical Escalation and Client Satisfaction: Managed escalations effectively, resolving complex technical consulting issues and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
  • Cloud Storage Subject Matter Expertise: Demonstrates deep expertise in Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) storage solutions, covering hardware, software, and Cloud UCP infrastructure, driving best practices and solution optimization
  • Data Migration Expertise: Acted as the subject matter expert for complex data migrations from third-party arrays to Hitachi systems, designing and executing robust data center migration and disaster recovery solutions
  • Hybrid and Public Cloud Solution Delivery: Implemented hybrid cloud architectures using Hitachi Enterprise Cloud, alongside AWS public cloud solutions, optimizing for both public/private cloud infrastructures
  • AWS Solution Proficiency and POC Leadership: Conducted Proofs of Concept (POCs) for AWS solutions, including VPC, security groups, IAM, EC2, EBS, S3, RDS, ELB, auto-scaling, Route 53, CloudTrail, and more, ensuring secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud configurations
  • Infrastructure Automation and Cloud Monitoring: Utilized Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and CloudFormation, alongside monitoring tools like Nagios and DataDog, to automate cloud operations and maintain performance visibility
  • DevOps and CI/CD Expertise: Managed a DevOps pipeline with tools like GitHub, Jenkins, and Maven, employing CI/CD practices, security protocols, and endpoint encryption to streamline deployments and enhance security across environments

GSS Specialist Technical Consultant/ Migrations Architect

Hitachi Data Systems
Englewood, USA
06.2013 - 08.2017
  • Crisis Management and Executive Collaboration: Spearheaded technical review sessions on crisis management, collaborating with senior directors and VPs to establish resolution strategies and improve system resilience
  • Strategic Project Leadership: Guided technology refresh initiatives by developing roadmaps, assessing project risks, and establishing comprehensive mitigation plans to ensure project success
  • Operational Excellence in High-Demand Environments: Led a team of 12 consultants in migrating client data centers, contributing $6M in revenue and maintaining 100% system availability during critical sales periods
  • Hybrid Cloud Cost Optimization: Delivered strategic plans for future-state data centers that employed hybrid cloud models, reducing client CapEx by 35% and OpEx by 15%
  • Enhanced Client Collaboration: Fostered cross-team synergy between Hitachi and client engineers, producing tailored solutions that addressed client needs effectively
  • Infrastructure Management: Oversaw zoning and health monitoring for Brocade and Cisco SAN switches, employing Brocade SAN Health to optimize infrastructure reliability
  • Issue Resolution and Vendor Coordination: Diagnosed and resolved storage and SAN hardware issues, working closely with vendors to implement timely fixes
  • Seamless Non-Disruptive Migrations: Executed Hitachi’s non-disruptive migration strategies, ensuring continuity and minimizing impact during transitions
  • Automation and Scripting Expertise: Developed migration scripts using Windows batch and bash shell, facilitating efficient, automated processes
  • Customer Support and Post-Sales Management: Delivered post-sales support, including problem resolution and escalation management, enhancing client satisfaction and service reliability
  • Comprehensive Storage Solutions Implementation: Led the deployment of SAN, NAS, HCP, UCP, and UCS solutions, reinforcing the organization’s technical capacity and client-facing services
  • Data Migration Expertise: Led large-scale migrations for major corporate clients, transitioning data from EMC, IBM, 3PAR, and HDS storage to Hitachi VSP systems (G1000, Gx00, HUSVM, USPV)
  • Leveraged Hitachi's UVM for seamless array externalization and utilized Hitachi Tiered Storage Manager and CCI raidcom tools for effective data transition
  • Disaster Recovery Leadership: Architected advanced multi-site DR solutions, implementing complex data replication through Universal Replicator, True Copy, Shadow Image, Thin Image, and Global Active Device (GAD) technologies
  • Storage Architecture Optimization: Designed and optimized storage arrays by planning and implementing Hitachi Dynamic Tiers (HDT) and Dynamic Pools (HDP) for enhanced performance and scalability

Senior Lead Technical Consultant

Yash Solutions LLC
Atlanta, USA
03.2010 - 06.2013
  • Led a Professional Services team of 8 across the United States, India for large Datacenter Migrations and operations support
  • Centralized regional data centers into a single, highly efficient facility, achieving a $2M reduction in operational costs by streamlining resources
  • Automated complex tasks to cut migration timelines by over 40%, accelerating project completion and efficiency
  • Oversaw multi-petabyte storage infrastructure, managing advanced Hitachi storage arrays, including VSP F1500, VSP G series, USP-V utilizing Hitachi Command Suite for optimized performance
  • Led dynamic provisioning and tiering pool management, leveraging Hitachi technologies to maximize resource allocation and scalability
  • Executed high-level in-system replications with Shadow Image software to ensure data redundancy and recovery capabilities
  • Directed the migration of 9980 and 9990 storage systems to VSP arrays, upgrading and future-proofing storage capabilities
  • Engineered SAN fabric and switch configurations using Brocade 12K and 48K, optimizing data flow and network performance
  • Developed comprehensive operational documentation and troubleshooting guides for Hitachi Command Suite and Tuning Manager, streamlining issue resolution and training
  • Implemented disaster recovery solutions using Hitachi Universal Replicator (HUR) for VSP arrays supporting billing systems with Oracle ASM across multiple zones
  • Installed CCI for replication management on Linux and Solaris servers, enhancing backup and recovery
  • Facilitated seamless data migration from legacy VMAX systems to advanced VMAX3, XtremeIO, and XIV arrays, employing Open Replicator and SRDF/ACP for optimized data transfer

Education

Business Development Strategy - Disruptive Innovation

Harvard Business School-X Cohort
12.2019

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Texas at Arlington
TX
12.2008

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

JNTU
HYD
12.2006

Skills

  • Kubernetes Containerization technologies
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Strategy
  • AI Ops and SRE
  • Cloud Solutions
  • Presales technical expert
  • Platform engineering

Certification

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, Amazon Web Services, 08/01/18
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, Amazon Web Services, 01/01/20
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect-Associate, Oracle OCI, 08/01/20
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator, Linux Foundation, 01/01/23

Awards

  • WA (Platinum - Inspired Recognition), Managed customer expectations after running into product challenges, with proactive communications and finding a timely resolution, customer awarded two more migration projects because of service delivery quality.
  • WA (Platinum - Inspired Recognition), Successful completion of a large cloud transition project and exceeding customer expectations. Received many accolades from Citi Bank that established HV credibility on Public Cloud Business.

Timeline

Cloud Delivery Lead / Infrastructure/Solutions Architect (Cloud Platform Ops / SRE)

Hitachi Vantara LLC
10.2020 - Current

AWS Cloud Solutions Architect

Hitachi Vantara LLC
11.2018 - 09.2020

GSS Specialist Strategic Solutions Consultant / Private Cloud Architect

Hitachi Vantara LLC
09.2017 - 10.2018

GSS Specialist Technical Consultant/ Migrations Architect

Hitachi Data Systems
06.2013 - 08.2017

Senior Lead Technical Consultant

Yash Solutions LLC
03.2010 - 06.2013

Business Development Strategy - Disruptive Innovation

Harvard Business School-X Cohort

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

University of Texas at Arlington

Bachelor of Science - Electrical and Electronics Engineering

JNTU

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