Experience - Yashwanth Krishnan

Work Experience

Professional journey building scalable systems and leading engineering teams.

IBM (WatsonX.Data)

2023 – Present

• Leading Serviceability team and Presto query engine development for IBM's enterprise data lakehouse platform
• Architecting distributed systems and microservices for AI-ready data workloads across hybrid cloud environments
• Implementing OpenTelemetry-based observability and monitoring solutions for platform reliability
• Driving cloud-native architecture decisions using Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized workloads
• Leading Agile delivery, sprint planning, and cross-functional team coordination
• Mentoring engineers on best practices, code reviews, and technical excellence
• Optimizing system performance, scalability, and operational excellence for enterprise data platforms

Litmus7

2019 – 2023

• Architected and developed scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Dropwizard frameworks
• Built unified data platform with enterprise ETL pipelines using MuleSoft, Python, and AWS services
• Implemented Snowflake-based data warehousing solutions with automated data workflows and transformations
• Integrated NetSuite and Salesforce Commerce Cloud for e-commerce and ERP solutions
• Designed event-driven architectures using Kafka and RabbitMQ for real-time data processing
• Automated reporting systems and business intelligence dashboards for enterprise clients
• Implemented CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Docker, and AWS deployment automation

LuLu International Exchange / Pearl Data Direct

2018 – 2019

• Developed backend microservices for international money transfer and financial systems using Java and Spring Boot
• Built RESTful APIs for high-volume transaction processing with real-time exchange rates and multi-currency support
• Designed and implemented RDBMS and NoSQL database solutions for financial data management
• Led digital transformation initiatives and modernization of legacy financial systems
• Implemented security and compliance features for financial transactions and regulatory requirements
• Developed POC implementations and conducted technical testing for new features
• Mentored junior developers and promoted Agile development methodologies
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams on system integration and deployment strategies

Instio

2017 – 2018

• Architected and developed guest experience management platform for hospitality industry
• Built microservices using Java, Spring Boot for feedback collection and marketing automation
• Developed NLP-based sentiment analysis systems for customer feedback processing
• Designed and implemented MongoDB and PostgreSQL database solutions
• Integrated analytics dashboards and reporting systems for business intelligence

Dexlock Technologies

2015 – 2016

• Led development of document extraction system using LLMs and custom semantic matcher (Mandrake)
• Built NLP and machine learning backend systems using Python, Stanford CoreNLP, and OCR technologies
• Architected rapid application development framework with microservices
• Designed scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows for enterprise data processing
• Led product engineering for multiple projects
• Mentored junior developers and established coding standards and best practices

Solutions Infotech

2013 – 2015

• Developed native Android applications using Java and Android SDK
• Built backend services and RESTful APIs for mobile applications
• Implemented database solutions using SQLite and MySQL
• Delivered technical training programs on Android development and programming fundamentals
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams on mobile app design and deployment

Additional professional engagements and training roles.

Centre for Development of Imaging Technology

2013 – 2015