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Gokulamurthy Purushothaman

Sydney

Summary

Technical Lead / Staff Engineer with a strong track record of designing and delivering scalable software systems. Experienced in integrating Generative AI, LLMs, and RAG architectures into production-ready applications across mobile, web, and cloud platforms. Adept at driving technical strategy, mentoring engineers, and collaborating across cross-functional teams in Agile environments. Passionate about solving complex problems at scale and aligning deep tech with business impact.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Lead, Projects

Intertek SAI Global
04.2019 - Current
  • Implemented Generative AI scripts and RAG architectures to extract and convert PDF content into structured formats with human-readable descriptions, enabling accurate and context-aware AI chat interactions.
  • Managed and Collaborated closely with multiple teams of around 15 people across onshore and offshore locations to design, develop, and deliver the Standards Subscription Web Portal using Python, PHP and Typescript in an AWS environment
  • Actively contributed to architecture decisions, development, and deployment while ensuring best practices through technical guidance, code reviews, and mentoring
  • Worked alongside the team to develop an AI assistant chat and standards comparison system using OpenAI, hosted in Azure Search Index, enhancing data retrieval and conversational AI capabilities
  • Provided hands-on contributions to AI model integration and optimization
  • Led the design and development of a cross-platform mobile application for the i2i platform, enabling seamless access to standards
  • Built the app using Capacitor, ensuring smooth performance across iOS and Android while collaborating with developers to optimize functionality
  • Implemented secure authentication and data synchronization mechanisms across web and mobile platforms, integrating multi-factor authentication (MFA) for a seamless and secure user experience
  • Worked closely with the team to refine security protocols and enhance data flow efficiency
  • Drove architectural improvements to ensure scalability, maintainability, and performance for web and mobile solutions
  • Successfully managed timelines, sprints, and resource allocation for on-time and quality delivery
  • Supervised work of programmers, designers and technicians, assigned tasks and monitored performance against targets.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.

Technical Architect

Hexaware Technologies
10.2015 - 04.2019
  • Led development of a blockchain-based prototype for capital market workflow automation using Hyperledger Fabric, GoLang, and MongoDB
  • Provided architecture design and mentorship to a team of 6, enhancing development efficiency and code quality
  • Worked closely with stakeholders to define workflows and technical strategies, ensuring solution readiness for real-world scale
  • Optimized performance and scalability of blockchain networks, aligning with security and transparency goals
  • Hexaware Technologies is a global IT services company that provides IT, BPO, and consulting services
  • Provided current best practices and third-party solution alternatives when necessary for functional design documentation.
  • Collaborated with clients to determine project specifications and scope.
  • Developed network and system architecture according to business needs.
  • Performed quality code review and removed technical debt and security vulnerabilities.
  • Monitored and tested application performance to identify potential bottlenecks, develop solutions and collaborate with developers on solution implementation.

Associate Technical Lead

Cognizant Technologies
07.2012 - 10.2015
  • Developed a real-time monitoring system for large-scale email infrastructure using Ruby on Rails and Faye.js
  • Built a centralized dashboard integrating multiple APIs for seamless system oversight by administrators
  • Hired and trained 4 junior engineers, fostering team growth and knowledge sharing
  • Ensured high availability, scalability, and performance for systems handling millions of daily messages
  • Versatile professional with strong problem-solving skills and history of adapting to diverse challenges. Applies innovative solutions and technical expertise to deliver exceptional results. Committed to streamlining processes and advancing organizational objectives.
  • Developed technical requirement documentation for new software products.
  • Developed next generation integration platform for internal applications.

Senior Development Engineer

Pramati Technologies
02.2010 - 07.2012
  • Analyzed work to generate logic for new systems, procedures and tests.
  • Built databases and table structures for web applications.
  • Designed and developed forward-thinking systems that meet user needs and improve productivity.
  • Designed and implemented scalable applications for data extraction and analysis.
  • Tested and deployed scalable and highly available software products.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Rapidly prototyped new data processing capabilities to confirm integration feasibility into existing systems.

Web Application Developer

Broadspire
06.2006 - 07.2009
  • Designed, implemented and monitored web pages, plugins, and functionality for continuous improvement.
  • Alternated between frontend and backend development duties, fulfilling Full Stack development commitments on 5 projects.
  • Maintained advanced knowledge of several programming languages like Ruby, PHP & ASP.
  • Performed pre-release and live diagnostic testing, eliminating bugs and security flaws from in-development and extant product releases.
  • Implemented UI and usability changes based on customer feedback, addressing end user pain points with post-launch patches.

Education

Masters in Computer Applications -

Anna University
05.2006

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Madras University
04-2003

Skills

  • Engineering Leadership & Mentoring
  • Cross-Platform Mobile & Web Development
  • Hands on Python, PHP, Ruby, Typescript
  • AI/ML Integration (OpenAI, Azure AI)
  • Gen AI, RAGs and LLM implementation
  • API design and development
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS & Azure
  • Continuous integration & deployment
  • Jenkins & Terraform deployments
  • Performance optimization
  • Agile Project Management & Delivery
  • Functional requirements expertise

Accomplishments

  • Achieved AI Chat by completing PDF parsing using Gen AI and LLMs with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of standards management subscriptions portal.
  • Achieved more subscriptions by introducing Mobile app to view and download documents online / offline.
  • Resolved product issues like SSO, LTI, etc through consumer testing.
  • Achieved high performance by introducing server less app for file downloads.

Certification

  • Certified AWS Cloud Practitioner
  • Certified Scrum Master

Timeline

Technical Lead, Projects

Intertek SAI Global
04.2019 - Current

Technical Architect

Hexaware Technologies
10.2015 - 04.2019

Associate Technical Lead

Cognizant Technologies
07.2012 - 10.2015

Senior Development Engineer

Pramati Technologies
02.2010 - 07.2012

Web Application Developer

Broadspire
06.2006 - 07.2009

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Madras University

Masters in Computer Applications -

Anna University

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