Sharma S.

About Sharma S.

As a seasoned engineering leader with a track record of developing best-in-class products and delivering highly available, near zero-defect software, I specialise in strategising and executing comprehensive engineering projects. My expertise spans Distributed Systems, FinTech (Payment Products Development), and Telecom (OSS/BSS Products Development), with a focus on microservicesarchitecture. I am adept at evolving monolithic applications into low-latency, highly available microservices-based solutions, and have successfully partnered with top-tier clients across the US, Australia, Europe, Brazil, Singapore, South Africa, and Mexico.In my role, I benchmark engineering methods, present critical initiatives to senior management, and drive innovation through thought leadership. I have championed GenAI initiatives to develop AI-driven solutions, advancing foundational engineering capabilities within teams.As an inspiring people leader, I have a proven ability to hire, grow, and mentor managers, leaders, and engineers. I lead teams of 10-12 members, turning around struggling units and enhancing the innovation capabilities of engineers. My leadership style empowers team members to take ownership of product development while navigating organizational changes, new processes, and technology platforms.I am a valued business partner, known for influencing individuals, organizations, and industries with my leadership. My approach ensures seamless collaboration across cross-functional teams, fostering efficient communication and successful project outcomes.

Experience

1. Engineering Manager

   Visa

   Jun 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   At Visa Inc, I was responsible for leading the delivery of various business solutions for Open VISA NET, the core platform of Visa thathandles credit card transactions. In the OVN program, I focused on developing functionalities related to authorization, clearing, andsettlement, leveraging microservices and open-source technologies. This system is highly scalable and capable of processing transactions per second. My teams and I built numerous highly scalable services using modern technologies.Furthermore, I led a team of 10-11 foundation engineers in developing and delivering software systems and applications. Iengineered the DAL layer independently, along with services AMS, RRS, and DAL solution libraries for the Open Visa Net Platform.I successfully delivered five framework features through end-to-end design, implementation, and testing. I devised innovativesolutions to architectural challenges, ensuring successful project completion. Coordinating with cross-functional teams, I helpedmeet project deadlines and achieve business objectives. I also streamlined communication among team members, stakeholders,and upper management to align project goals and priorities. Additionally, I evaluated existing structures to formulate plans formodifications and enhancements.

Education

• Indian School of Business

  Program in Leadership with AI , Business Administration and Management General

  2024