Avinash Prabhakar

About Avinash Prabhakar

I am a seasoned Integration Architect with over 19.5+ years of deep expertise in architecting and delivering robust enterprise integration solutions. My specialty lies in designing API-led architectures, leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Azure APIM, Google Cloud Apigee, AWS, and middleware platforms such as SAP BTP and Informatica IICS.Throughout my career, I\'ve led complex digital transformation programs for global enterprises, successfully integrating extensive ERP solutions including SAP S/4HANA and Oracle ERP. Notably, I\'ve architected solutions managing hundreds of integrations, significantly enhancing efficiency, scalability, and reliability across large-scale systems.My leadership extends to guiding multinational teams, fostering agile methodologies, and consistently delivering strategic initiatives on-time and within scope. With domain expertise across Healthcare, Oil & Gas, and Retail industries, I bridge technical depth and strategic insights to solve intricate business challenges.I\'m passionate about modernizing legacy systems, driving innovation through cloud-native solutions, and nurturing teams to excel in fast-paced, transformational environments.I\'m always eager to connect with fellow technology leaders and integration professionals to share insights or discuss innovative solutions.

Experience

1. Senior Engineering Manager

   PwC

   Apr 2021 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Leading architecture and delivery for extensive integration programs involving 150+ platforms and 700+ integrations, prominently including SAP S/4HANA implementations.Architected and deployed over 250 API services using Azure APIM, integrating critical business modules including Supply Chain Management, Finance, Customer Service, Human Capital Management, and Operations & Maintenance.Managed global teams, consistently delivering major releases with an average velocity of 1200 story points per sprint, maintaining schedules and ensuring minimal disruptions.Enhanced stakeholder engagement and client satisfaction through strategic collaborations and clear communication.Defined integration patterns (real-time, batch, event-driven) and API strategies (REST, SOAP, OData), optimizing Azure APIM architectures that significantly reduced development cycles by up to 60%.

Education

• RV College Of Engineering

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Biotechnology

  2002 — 2006

• Viveka P U College, Kota Udupi

  XII, PCMB

  1997 — 2002

• Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Information Technology Project Management

  2014 — 2016