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Arindam Das

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Summary

Cloud Architect & Technical Lead with 14+ years of experience driving enterprise digital transformation in the retail sector. Specialized in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Kubernetes (GKE), Docker, CI/CD automation, and microservices-based architecture. Proven track record in cloud migration, DevOps enablement, and retail POS modernization across large-scale enterprises (500+ stores). Skilled in infrastructure as code, hybrid cloud strategies, and secure system integration. Strong leadership and mentoring experience with cross-functional teams in Agile environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Lead & EPOS SME

Kingfisher Plc – Tata Consultancy Services
10.2013 - Current
  • Led cloud-native transformation of retail applications, modernizing POS systems into microservices on GCP.
  • Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, reducing deployment time by 40%.
  • Rolled out and migrated POS systems across 300+ B&Q stores (UK) and 220 Castorama stores (France) with zero downtime.
  • Architected hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-prem systems with GCP services (Pub/Sub, GKE, Cloud SQL).
  • Implemented secure access management via Google Cloud IAM and LDAP authentication.
  • Developed containerized services using Docker and Kubernetes, improving scalability and deployment velocity.
  • Coordinated with architects, developers, and product owners in Agile delivery environments.
  • Mentored junior engineers on cloud architecture, DevOps practices, and CI/CD automation.

Wintel Administrator

SABMiller LA – Tata Consultancy Services
07.2012 - 09.2013
  • Managed enterprise Windows Server environments, ensuring system stability and compliance.
  • Administered Active Directory, Group Policies, VMware, and Hyper-V, optimizing infrastructure.
  • Automated administrative tasks with PowerShell scripts, improving efficiency by 30%.
  • Implemented patching, antivirus, and vulnerability remediation best practices.

System Administrator

GI Security Pvt Ltd
09.2011 - 06.2012
  • Administered AD, DNS, DHCP, GPOs, ensuring secure user and system management.
  • Implemented IT security policies and endpoint protection solutions, reducing incidents by 25%.
  • Supervised a desktop support team, delivering timely technical resolutions.

EUC Lead

Wipro Ltd
04.2010 - 09.2011
  • Delivered advanced technical support, reducing critical incident resolution time by 20%.
  • Managed IT infrastructure, endpoint devices, and enterprise applications.
  • Handled LAN/Wi-Fi troubleshooting, routers, and switches.

EUC Engineer

Wipro Ltd / P&R Services
11.2007 - 04.2009
  • Supported multi-site IT operations, handling migrations and incident reduction.
  • Administered Retail Enterprise Manager (REM) and Radia Configuration Server.
  • Delivered frontline support for MS Office, Outlook, Citrix, Remedy, and Hogan applications.

Education

Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) - Information Technology

West Bengal University of Technology
01.2007

Skills

  • Cloud Platforms & Infrastructure: Google Cloud Platform (Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud SQL, IAM, Cloud Run), VMware, Hyper-V, Cloud-based solutions
  • DevOps & CI/CD: GitLab CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform (basic), Deployment & automation, Performance monitoring, Programming & Automation: PowerShell, PL/SQL, Bash scripting
  • Retail Systems: TCS Omnistore, EPOS rollout, JPOS, Verifone Payment, Device Integration (scanners, printers, pin pads)
  • Databases: PostgreSQL Oracle, Cloud SQL
  • Security & IAM: Cloud IAM, LDAP, Active Directory, GPOs
  • Tools & Platforms: Jira, ServiceNow, Git, Visual Studio Code, ManageEngine Endpoint Central, SymmetricDS
  • IT Operations: System upgrades, performance monitoring, infrastructure management, ITIL practices
  • Client Engagement & Stakeholder Management: Client orientation, Requirement gathering, Business partnering, Solution presentation, Cross-functional collaboration, Retail client engagement

Certification

  • Generative AI Fundamentals – Databricks
  • Harness Certified Continuous Delivery & GitOps Developer
  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect (Planned – 2025)
  • Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I)
  • ITIL Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management (2011)

Languages

Hindi
Advanced (C1)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Bengali
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Technical Lead & EPOS SME

Kingfisher Plc – Tata Consultancy Services
10.2013 - Current

Wintel Administrator

SABMiller LA – Tata Consultancy Services
07.2012 - 09.2013

System Administrator

GI Security Pvt Ltd
09.2011 - 06.2012

EUC Lead

Wipro Ltd
04.2010 - 09.2011

EUC Engineer

Wipro Ltd / P&R Services
11.2007 - 04.2009

Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) - Information Technology

West Bengal University of Technology

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