Girish Kumar

About Girish Kumar

With over two decades of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud transformation, and enterprise solutions, I specialize in architecting, delivering, and optimizing Private and Hybrid Cloud environments. My career spans designing complex data center transformations, implementing SAP S4 HANA solutions, and leading high-performing technical teams to achieve operational excellence.Currently, as a Solutions Engineering Manager at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, I lead the Hybrid Cloud Solutions Engineering Team, driving end-to-end delivery of Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud and SAP S4 HANA solutions. I have successfully onboarded the Azure Stack HCI Private Cloud and VMware Cloud Foundation New Product Introduction to HPE Green Lake platform, integrating servers, storage, networking, and automation through Python and Ansible.I partner closely with product owners, engineers, and clients to define technical roadmaps, execute certification processes, and deliver high-impact solutions aligned with business goals.Over the years, I have led cross-functional teams of architects and engineers, managed multi-million-dollar projects, and spearheaded initiatives across cloud, virtualization, storage, and data center technologies.I have designed and implemented large-scale infrastructure migrations, automation frameworks, disaster recovery solutions, and high-availability systems while ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance standards.My Key Highlights & Expertise: Private & Hybrid Cloud Solutions – AWS, Azure, VMware Cloud Foundation, Azure Stack HCI, HPE GreenLake SAP Solutions Engineering – S4 HANA Predefined and Custom Configurations, Certification & Recertification Cloud & Data Center Transformation – Build, Consolidation, Migration, Refresh Programs Virtualization & Infrastructure – VMware, vSphere, vRealize Suite, Metro Cluster, SRM Storage & Backup Solutions – HPE Primera, Alletra, Alletra MP, EMC VMAX, Dell EMC, Nutanix Automation & DevOps – Python, Ansible, CI/CD, Terraform, Day0 & Day1 Configurations Program & Project Management – Agile/Scrum, Sprint Planning, Risk Mitigation, Budgeting Technical Leadership – Team Building, Mentorship, Stakeholder Collaboration, Product RoadmapsPassionate about leading high impact engineering teams and delivering cloud, automation, and data center solutions that accelerate innovation, enhance scalability, and drive operational excellence. Let’s connect to shape resilient, future-ready IT ecosystems together.

Experience

1. Engineering Manager

   Hewlett Packard Enterprise

   Jul 2021 — Present

   Leading Hybrid Cloud Solutions Engineering Team, I drive the design, validation, and automation of Private Cloud/ Hybrid Cloud,SAP S4 HANA Predefined and Custom Solutions on HPE DL servers, Primera, Alletra, and Aruba Networks, integrating Private and Hybrid Cloud infrastructure. I deliver end-to-end project execution with Agile principles, balancing strategic roadmap planning with operational excellence.Spearheading automation initiatives, I implemented Python/Ansible-based Day0 and Day1 configurations across servers, storage, and networks, optimizing delivery timelines. I collaborate with product owners, engineering leaders, and client teams, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions in VMware Cloud Foundation, Azure Stack HCI, and Data Centre technologies.Achievements:• Achieved 100% on-time project delivery for multiple Private cloud NPI Releases and secured the SAP certification for the HPE S4 HANA Predefined solutions.• Enabled 50% faster release cycles by streamlining product development workflows and implementing automation in testing and deployment.• Automated Day0/Day1 server, storage, and network configurations using Python and Ansible, reducing manual provisioning by 50%.• Reduced operational risks by strengthening compliance frameworks, risk assessment protocols, and cross-functional review mechanisms. • Orchestrated cross-functional project execution in Agile and Waterfall, aligning engineering, product, and client teams for multi-project success.• Mentored full-stack engineering teams, fostering a high-performance culture, clear career paths, and measurable technical competency growth.Skills:Solutions Engineering, HPE Servers & Storage, Private/Hybrid Cloud, SAP S4 HANA,VMware Cloud Foundation, Azure Stack HCI, Automation (Python/Ansible)

Skills

• Data Center
• Disaster Recovery
• Windows Server
• Storage
• San
• Virtualization
• Vmware Esx
• Cloud Computing
• Amazon Web Services (Aws)
• Servers
• Itil
• Vmware
• IT Service Management