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Arnab Mandal

@arnabmandal

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Director of Engineering with 17+ years in software development.

India

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and offers opportunities for strategic leadership and team development.

With over 17 years of experience in software engineering, I have progressed from a software developer to a Director of Engineering, acquiring a comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). My career includes leadership roles at prestigious companies such as ZapScale, ThreadSol, LinkedIn, Ericsson, Cognizant, and Tata Consultancy Services. Currently, I lead end-to-end software development at ZapScale, a B2B SaaS startup, where I am responsible for requirement analysis, system architecture, coding, and performance optimization. My contributions extend to business strategy, ensuring quality delivery and innovation.

I am proficient in Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, with a strong focus on CI/CD pipelines and scalable system designs. My technical expertise includes cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, database management with PostgreSQL and MongoDB, and big data solutions such as Apache Spark. Beyond my technical skills, I excel in team leadership and mentorship, fostering a culture of innovation. I am also exploring generative AI and NLP to drive transformative solutions, combining my technical prowess with strategic vision to achieve impactful results.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director of Engineering

Current

ZapScale

Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)

As Director of Engineering at ZapScale, I lead the complete software development lifecycle, manage a team of 25+ engineers, and drive high-quality software delivery. My role involves strategic planning, CI/CD pipeline management, and exploring cutting-edge technologies like NLP and generative AI.

Software Development Lifecycle CI CD Pipelines Azure DevOps AWS Microservices Performance Optimization Team Leadership NLP Generative AI

Development Manager

ThreadSol - Part of Coats Digital

Sep 2017 - Oct 2021 (4 years 1 month)

Led the development of scalable software solutions for the apparel and textile industries, managing cross-functional teams and driving Agile practices to enhance collaboration and productivity. Implemented CI/CD pipelines to improve release efficiency.

Agile Practices CI CD Pipelines API Development Team Management Software Development Performance Optimization AWS Postman Swagger

Senior Solution Integrator

Ericsson

Oct 2014 - Aug 2017 (2 years 10 months)

Developed and enhanced telecom-focused projects, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. Led the design and coding of modules for applications, contributing to performance reporting and network management tools.

Module Design performance reporting Agile Methodologies Cross Functional Collaboration Testing

Consultant

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Aug 2010 - Sep 2014 (4 years 1 month)

Worked as a Team Lead and Developer across various domains, designing applications to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency. Focused on lifecycle management and robust workflow solutions.

Application Development Team Leadership Workflow Management PCI Compliance API Development Agile Methodologies Documentation

Assistant Systems Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services

Jul 2007 - Aug 2010 (3 years 1 month)

Developed and enhanced systems across multiple domains, focusing on efficient order processing and document management. Played a key role in design, coding, and testing, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Order Processing Document Management Testing Agile Methodologies Documentation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Calcutta University

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science and Engineering

2004 - 2007

Earned a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering from Calcutta University, focusing on software development, system design, and engineering principles.

Calcutta University

Bachelor of Science (Honours), Computer Science

2001 - 2004

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Honours) at Calcutta University, gaining foundational knowledge in computer science principles and practices.