Sowmyanarayanan Soundararajan Guru is a highly accomplished Lead DevOps Engineer with a proven track record in delivering complex software solutions, specializing in J2EE, Big Data applications, Kubernetes, and Terraform infrastructure. With extensive expertise in the payments industry, he has successfully led multiple projects at Apple Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in architecting, developing, and optimizing software systems on a global scale.
Professional Summary
Sowmyanarayanan is a results-driven professional with a deep understanding of DevOps automation, cloud infrastructure, and distributed systems. His hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Terraform modules, and Hadoop technologies, including Hive, Pig, and Spark, enables him to deliver scalable and secure solutions. He has a strong background in developing and maintaining robust systems for financial services, ensuring compliance with PCI DSS standards.
With over a decade of experience, Sowmyanarayanan has a unique ability to design, deploy, and manage large-scale containerized infrastructures, orchestrating the seamless integration of global payment systems. His contributions have consistently driven business growth through innovation, automation, and reliability.
Areas of Expertise
- DevOps Automation
- Kubernetes & Docker Orchestration
- Terraform Infrastructure Management
- Big Data Analytics (Hadoop, Hive, Spark)
- AWS Services (EKS, EC2, RDS, S3, MSK)
- Elastic Search & Cassandra Implementation
- Maven Build Optimization
- Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)
- Distributed Systems Architecture
Key Projects
Apple Inc.
Senior DevOps Lead Engineer
In this role, Sowmyanarayanan designed and developed software applications to enhance functionality and scalability for Apple Pay Later, a secure payment system integrating with global payment gateways. He implemented PCI DSS-compliant infrastructure and optimized the deployment, management, and monitoring of the system, ensuring seamless data center failovers. His solutions have been instrumental in supporting the continuous growth of Apple’s payment services.
Key Contributions:
- Architected scalable systems for high-demand environments.
- Automated software development life cycle and system expansions.
- Led production reliability checks and troubleshooting for distributed systems.
Project: Tap To Pay on iPhone
As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, Sowmyanarayanan was responsible for ensuring the reliable operation of Apple’s Tap To Pay on iPhone system. He developed tools to deploy and monitor large-scale payment systems and automated key functions to ensure compliance with PCI DSS. His technical leadership ensured system uptime and seamless global transactions.
Key Contributions:
- Developed containerized infrastructure for fault-tolerant distributed systems.
- Automated application deployment and data center failovers.
- Enhanced tools for scaling payment processing systems to meet business demands.
Technical Skills
- Programming Languages: Java (J2EE), Python
- Cloud Platforms: AWS (EKS, EC2, RDS, S3, MSK, Flink)
- Automation Tools: Terraform, Jenkins, Docker, Maven
- Monitoring Tools: SONAR, Splunk, JMETER, Check Style
- Database Technologies: Oracle, Cassandra, Elastic Search
- Big Data: Hadoop, Hive, Pig, Spark
Sowmyanarayanan brings unparalleled expertise in designing robust, scalable, and secure systems. His experience in leading DevOps projects for one of the world’s leading technology companies ensures he can deliver industry-standard solutions that enhance performance and reliability. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, Sowmyanarayanan consistently drives success for his teams and clients.