About Me

Hello, I’m Manikandaraj Srinivasan – a Software Engineer at heart who thrives on turning complex challenges into innovative, scalable solutions. Although my current title is Technical Manager at Amazon Web Services, I continue to identify with my roots as a Software Engineer, passionately crafting code and architecting systems.

My Journey

With a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication from Anna University (2005–2009), my professional path has taken me from managing Linux servers as a System Admin to leading technical strategies in multinational environments. Here’s a glimpse of my career progression:

• System Admin
  Sysnet Global Tech, Chennai, India (Oct 2009 – Mar 2010)
• Software Engineer
  Vembu Technologies, Chennai, India (Apr 2010 – Mar 2012)
• Senior Software Engineer
  Vembu Technologies, Chennai, India (Apr 2012 – Feb 2015)
• Senior Software Engineer
  LTIMindtree Limited, Chennai, India (Jun 2015 – Nov 2018)
  LTIMindtree Limited, Paris, France (Dec 2018 – Mar 2019)
  LTIMindtree Limited, Chennai, India (Apr 2019 – Aug 2019)
• Lead Software Engineer
  LTIMindtree Limited, Chennai, India (Sep 2019 – Nov 2021)
  LTIMindtree Limited, Tampa, USA (Dec 2021 – Sep 2022)
• Technical Architect
  LTIMindtree Limited, Tampa, USA (Sep 2022 – Jun 2024)
• Technical Manager
  Amazon Web Services, USA (Jun 2024 – Present)

Technical Expertise

• Programming Languages: C++, Java, PHP, Python, Objective, Shell Scripting
• Databases: MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
• DevOps & Tools: Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, Supervisord
• Operating Systems: Linux (RHEL, CentOS), Mac OS X

What I’m Exploring

I’m continuously evolving my skill set and currently diving deep into:

• AI & Machine Learning – Exploring the future of intelligent systems.
• Advanced Algorithms – Enhancing problem-solving through cutting-edge techniques.
• AWS Cloud Services – Mastering the full potential of cloud infrastructure.
• Tech Blogging – Sharing insights and experiences from the tech world.
• Raspberry Pi Projects – Experimenting with IoT and innovative hardware solutions.
• Home Networking & Security – Ensuring a secure and robust digital home environment.

My Philosophy

I believe in the power of technology to drive transformation. Whether it’s architecting cloud-native microservices or optimizing systems with automation, my approach is grounded in innovation, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence.

Let’s Connect

If you’re passionate about technology or have ideas to share, feel free to reach out. I’m always open to new challenges, collaborations, and conversations that drive the future of tech.