Narayanan Achutha
About Narayanan Achutha
Narayanan Achutha is a Software Application Manager with over 15 years of experience in software development, currently working at Light & Wonder. He has held various engineering roles at companies such as Scientific Games and JP Morgan Chase, demonstrating expertise in technical design, project management, and team leadership.
Work at Scientific Games
Narayanan Achutha held multiple positions at Scientific Games from 2013 to 2022. He started as a Software Engineer III from 2013 to 2014, where he contributed to software development projects. He advanced to the role of Senior Software Engineer from 2015 to 2017, and later served as Lead Software Engineer from 2017 to 2019. In this capacity, he was involved in leading teams and managing software projects. His final role at Scientific Games was as an Advanced Software Engineer from 2019 to 2022, where he continued to develop and implement software solutions.
Education and Expertise
Narayanan Achutha earned a Master of Science in Computer Engineering from Syracuse University, studying from 2007 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Anna University, where he studied from 2001 to 2005. His educational background supports his expertise in technical design documentation, UML modeling, object-oriented analysis, and agile methodologies. He possesses over 15 years of experience in the software development life cycle, including project analysis, design, development, testing, and implementation.
Background
Narayanan Achutha began his career as a Software Engineer at Alcatel-Lucent Technologies from 2005 to 2007. He then worked as a Software Associate (Contractor) at Sears Holdings Corporation for four months in 2010, followed by a three-year tenure at JP Morgan Chase as a Software Associate (Contractor) from 2010 to 2013. He also completed a three-month internship as a Test Intern at Vocalocity in 2008. His diverse experience across various companies has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of software development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Narayanan Achutha has demonstrated a commitment to quality and client satisfaction. He has effectively trained and led global cross-functional teams, showcasing his dynamic leadership style. He has successfully implemented complex projects with global reach, adapting to rapidly evolving requirements using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. His broad knowledge encompasses operations, project management, contracts, finance, quality, and technical applications.
Current Role at Light & Wonder
Since 2022, Narayanan Achutha has been working as a Software Application Manager at Light & Wonder. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing software applications and ensuring their alignment with business objectives. His extensive experience in software development and project management supports his current responsibilities, enabling him to contribute effectively to the organization.