Viswanathan (Visu) Mahalingam
About Viswanathan (Visu) Mahalingam
Viswanathan (Visu) Mahalingam serves as the Director of Engineering for Core Platform at Ridecell, where he leverages a diverse tech stack to develop innovative software solutions aimed at reducing operating costs for transportation providers.
Work at Ridecell
Viswanathan Mahalingam serves as the Director of Engineering for the Core Platform at Ridecell. He has held this position since 2012, contributing over a decade of experience in software development and engineering. In his role, he utilizes a diverse technology stack that includes Python, Django, Go, React, Kubernetes, Docker, PostGreSQL, and AWS. His focus is on integrating various service models, such as on-demand, fixed-route, and car-sharing, into a unified platform. This integration aims to enhance operational efficiency and improve user experiences in transportation.
Education and Expertise
Viswanathan Mahalingam holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. Prior to that, he earned a Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology from PSG College of Technology, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in managing and developing software platforms that automate complex operational tasks within transportation systems.
Background
Viswanathan Mahalingam began his career with internships at Cisco, where he worked as a Software Engineer Intern in Bengaluru, India, from 2004 to 2005. He later returned to Cisco as a Summer Intern in 2009 in San Jose, California. Following his internships, he worked as a Software Engineer at Cisco from 2010 to 2012 in San Jose, California, and from 2006 to 2008 in Bengaluru, India. His diverse experiences in different roles and locations have shaped his approach to software engineering and transportation solutions.
Achievements
In his current role at Ridecell, Viswanathan Mahalingam aims to significantly lower operating costs for transportation providers through innovative software solutions. He focuses on addressing transportation challenges, particularly in first and last mile connectivity, while enhancing rider experiences. His work involves the development of software that integrates multiple service models, contributing to the evolution of transportation systems.