Vijish Varghese
Software Engineering Manager
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Strategic Software Engineering Manager with 20+ years of experience leading high-impact engineering teams, specializing in mobile and web applications for global retailers. Adept at building scalable systems, mentoring diverse teams, and aligning engineering strategy with business goals. Proven success in driving innovation, optimizing delivery pipelines, and improving user experience through technical excellence and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering Manager
Qurate Retail Group
Charlotte, NC [REMOTE]
12.2022 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams of 30+ engineers across the US, EU, and APAC to deliver mobile and web solutions aligned with strategic business goals.
- Provided regular feedback to both junior engineers and senior leadership on individual performance metrics and observations.
- Spearheaded development for QVC (multi geographical) and HSN mobile apps (iOS, Android), adhering to platform guidelines and publishing to Apple App Store, Google Play Store and Amazon App Store.
- Collaborated with product managers to define clear project requirements, aligning engineering efforts with business goals.
- Facilitated open lines of communication between engineering teams and other departments for seamless project handoffs and efficient collaboration on cross-functional initiatives.
- Resolved critical production issues quickly and effectively by leading incident response efforts during system outages or security breaches.
- Managed software release cycles with careful planning, coordination, and communication across various departments.
- Streamlined deployment processes by automating build pipelines and leveraging modern infrastructure-as-code practices.
- Directed the Core Framework Team, enhancing architecture consistency and scalability across QVC digital platforms.
- Championed engineering excellence through modular architecture, automated testing, CI/CD via Azure DevOps, and code reviews.
- Oversaw REST API development using Node.js and Nest.js, improving performance, accessibility, and reliability.
- Utilized Akamai and Azure API Management for global traffic handling, security, and developer efficiency.
- Planned strategic roadmaps using Roadmunk; managed project delivery, capacity planning, and risk with Smartsheet.
- Collaborated with Product, Design, QA, and Analytics teams to ship impactful user experiences.
IT Manager – Mobile Applications
Belk
Charlotte, NC
01.2013 - 12.2022
- Managed a team of 12+ developers, leading the transition from native to React Native mobile apps to increase efficiency and consistency.
- Implemented Apple Pay integration for mobile and web, improving checkout experience.
- Led key API integration initiatives, working with Salesforce Commerce Cloud (OCAPI) to enhance e-commerce capabilities.
- Leveraged Akamai and Fastly for performance and security improvements across mobile platforms.
- Partnered with design, backend, and business teams to deliver strategic features with measurable outcomes.
- Drove best practices, agile adoption, and release reliability across mobile delivery pipelines.
Technology Architect
Infosys Technologies Ltd
Naperville, IL
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Architected solutions for clients like Nordstrom, Sears, Sysco, and Ulta.
- Designed RWD for Ulta using Bootstrap; built serialization frameworks to streamline mobile development.
- Led teams of up to 25 engineers (iOS, Android) and mentored junior talent across delivery centers.
- Spearheaded offline sync warehouse management apps using Sybase Unwired Platform.
- Delivered client proposals and secured major deals (Vodafone, Hilti, Sysco).
Team Lead
IBS Software Services
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Developed and customized multiple module in end-to-end airline cargo solutions using Java, Oracle, Spring, and messaging frameworks.
- Participated in implementations for major airlines (NCA, Air New Zealand), working directly with clients onsite in Japan and New Zealand.
- Progressed from developer to team lead, managing delivery and mentoring junior engineers.
- Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
Skills
- Leadership in engineering projects
- Mobile application development including cross-platform
- Multi Geographical Mobile App Management
- Proficient in Agile practices
- Conflict resolution
- Project leadership for scope and risk Management
- Strategic technical roadmapping
- Resource management
- Continuous integration and delivery
- Cloud Infrastructure (Azure, GCP, AWS)
- Development of REST APIs
- Software development life cycle
- Technical leadership
- Attention to detail
- Security & Compliance
- Device procurement & Management
Third Party Integration Experiance
Dynatrace, Firebase, Granify, Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, Seligent, Karte, Meta Business, Narvar, Bluecore, Bloomreach, Constructor IO, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Galaxy Store, Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Amazon App Store, SFMC, SFCC, CIAM, Branch IO, Criteo, Braintree, ACI Payment Gateway, Zebra TC51,
Devevelopment Proficiencies
Java, Typescript, Java Script, Kotlin, Swift, Objective-C, KMP, iOS, Android, React Native, Node.js, Nest.js, ADO, Git, Github, Fastly, Akamai, Swagger, Spring Boot, APIM, Google Bigquery, JIRA, Confluence, Trillio, Smartsheet, Roadmunk, MS Tools, xcode, Android Studio, Intellij, Charles Proxy, Wireshark, VS Code, Webservers, Application Servers
Education Certifications
- Bachelor of Technology, Cochin University of Science and Technology
- Sun Certified Java Programmer, Sun Microsystems
- Akamai Web Performance Certified Administrator
Awards Recognition
- Best Mobile Development Leader – Infosys
- Recognized for mentoring and technical contributions in mobile development
Timeline
Software Engineering Manager
Qurate Retail Group
12.2022 - Current
IT Manager – Mobile Applications
Belk
01.2013 - 12.2022
Technology Architect
Infosys Technologies Ltd
01.2010 - 12.2013
Team Lead
IBS Software Services
01.2005 - 01.2010
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