Anand Kumar
About Anand Kumar
Anand Kumar is a Senior Engineering Manager in DevOps at Altimetrik, where he leads the Automation Accelerator program focused on cloud application migration. He has extensive experience in DevOps and software engineering, having previously worked at VMware, Tata Consultancy Services, MindTree, Unisys, and IHS.
Current Role at Altimetrik
Anand Kumar serves as a Senior Engineering Manager in the DevOps domain at Altimetrik, a position he has held since 2024. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. In this role, he is responsible for leading the Automation Accelerator program, which focuses on migrating applications from server environments to cloud platforms. His work emphasizes the importance of automation in enhancing operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at VMware
Before joining Altimetrik, Anand Kumar worked at VMware as a Lead DevOps Engineer from 2018 to 2024. During his six years in this role, he was based in Bangalore and operated in a hybrid work setting. His responsibilities included addressing security concerns within the CI/CD pipeline by applying DevSecOps principles, which integrate security practices into the software development lifecycle.
Professional Background
Anand Kumar has a diverse professional background, having worked at several prominent companies in the tech industry. He began his career at IHS as an Engineer from 2008 to 2010, followed by a role as a Senior Software Engineer at MindTree Ltd. from 2010 to 2012. He then spent six years at Unisys India as a Senior Software Engineer from 2012 to 2018. Additionally, he briefly worked as an Associate Consultant at Tata Consultancy Services in 2018.
Education and Expertise
Anand Kumar holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree in Electronics and Communication from New Horizon College of Engineering, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in DevOps and software engineering, enabling him to effectively implement Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) best practices and promote a culture of shared responsibility among development and operations teams.
Skills and Initiatives
In his roles, Anand Kumar has facilitated cross and upskilling programs to align teams with customer engagements. He is committed to incorporating Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) best practices into the firm's DevOps processes, enhancing the reliability and performance of applications. His focus on driving automation and security within the CI/CD pipeline reflects his dedication to advancing operational excellence.