Chezhian Chandran
About Chezhian Chandran
Chezhian Chandran is a Software Engineer Manager at Fannie Mae with over 25 years of experience in software engineering, having previously held various roles in both the US and India.
Current Role at Fannie Mae
Chezhian Chandran currently holds the position of Software Engineer Manager at Fannie Mae. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing software development projects, managing a team of developers, and ensuring that software solutions meet the company's requirements. His long tenure and multiple roles within Fannie Mae underline his extensive experience and expertise in software engineering and management.
Previous Roles and Experience at Fannie Mae
Before becoming a Software Engineer Manager, Chezhian Chandran worked as a Sr. Developer at Fannie Mae for 18 years, from 2004 to 2022. During this period, he gained invaluable experience in software development, working on various projects that contributed to the company's technical infrastructure. His progression to managerial roles reflects his deep understanding of both the technical and operational aspects of software engineering.
Diverse Consulting Experience
Chezhian Chandran has accumulated substantial consulting experience early in his career. He worked as a Consultant at Megasys Software Services Ltd from 1996 to 1998 and at Computerpeople from 1995 to 1996. These roles enabled him to provide specialized expertise and innovative solutions in different settings. His consultancy work laid a solid foundation for his later roles in software development and management.
Educational Background
Chezhian Chandran has a diverse educational background. He completed a PGDBA in Business Administration at Annamalai University in 1992. Prior to that, he earned an MCA in Computer Science from PSG College of Technology in 1991, and a B.Sc in Mathematics from The American College of Financial Services in 1988. His educational qualifications across multiple disciplines underpin his well-rounded approach to software engineering and management.
Early Career in Software Engineering
Chezhian Chandran's early career in software engineering includes roles at Qwest as a Developer from 1998 to 1999, and at Ramco Systems as a Developer from 1994 to 1995 in the Chennai Area, India. He also worked at Andrew Corporation for a brief period in 2004 and at Scoreboard Inc from 1999 to 2003. These initial roles in different organizations helped him develop a strong technical foundation and an international perspective, which continue to inform his work today.