Naga Ala

About Naga Ala

I’ve always been fascinated by how technology can transform lives. My journey through the world of digital architecture has been driven by a desire to tackle complex challenges head-on and turn them into elegant solutions. At CVS Health, I’ve had the opportunity to lead talented teams in designing scalable architectures that not only meet business objectives but also enhance user experiences across various platforms. One of my proudest moments was leading a project that integrated AI/ML capabilities into our systems—this initiative improved operational efficiency by 30% while significantly enhancing customer satisfaction.Throughout my career spanning over two decades, I’ve worn many hats—from being an Application Architect at PNC to my current role as Principal Solutions Architect. Each position has taught me something new about the intersection of technology and healthcare. For instance, during my time at Aetna, I played a key role in migrating legacy systems to cloud-based solutions which resulted in a 40% reduction in infrastructure costs—an achievement that underscored the importance of adaptability in our fast-evolving industry.I’m currently diving deeper into Data Science and Machine Learning at MIT because I believe continuous learning is essential in this field. It’s exciting to explore how these technologies can further improve healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. Outside of work and studies, I enjoy volunteering with local tech initiatives aimed at teaching coding skills to underprivileged youth—sharing knowledge is one way I believe we can uplift communities.As I look ahead, I\'m eager to connect with like-minded professionals who share a passion for innovation in technology. If you’re interested in discussing AI/ML strategies or exploring collaboration opportunities within digital transformation projects, feel free to reach out via email at n••••••@gmail.com!Skills: Digital Architecture | AI/ML Integration | Cloud Solutions | Microservices | Team Leadership | Data Science | Machine Learning

Experience

1. Principal Architect (Ai and Security)

   Mastercard

   Jul 2025 — Present

Education

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Post Graduate Program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Business Applications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Business Applications

• Massachusetts Institute of Technology

  Data Science and Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

• Vignan Institute of Technology and Science

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science

• University of Illinois Springfield

  M.S, ComputerScience

  2004 — 2006

Skills

• Junit
• Oracle
• Requirements Analysis
• Vendor Management
• Jsp
• Spring
• Business Analysis
• Pmp
• Soa
• Struts
• Project Management
• Web Services
• Agile Methodologies
• Design Patterns
• Java
• Xml
• Rest
• Ejb
• Software Development
• Pl/Sql
• Software Project Management
• Sdlc
• Tomcat
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Spring Framework
• Requirements Gathering
• Sql
• Hibernate
• Service-Oriented Architecture (Soa)
• Soap
• Java Enterprise Edition
• Enterprise Architecture
• Unix
• Jdbc
• Integration
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Jboss Application Server
• Javascript
• Websphere
• Jms