Pragash Kannan
About Pragash Kannan
Pragash Kannan is a Lead Software Engineer with extensive experience in Microsoft Business Intelligence development and project management. He has worked at Scientific Games and Light & Wonder, contributing to various software engineering roles over a decade-long career.
Current Role as Lead Software Engineer
Pragash Kannan currently serves as a Lead Software Engineer at Light & Wonder - iGaming in Las Vegas, Nevada. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development of innovative solutions in the iGaming sector. In addition to his role at Light & Wonder, he has been with Scientific Games as a Lead Software Engineer since 2021, where he continues to apply his expertise in software engineering and project leadership.
Experience at Scientific Games
Pragash Kannan has a significant tenure at Scientific Games, where he worked in various capacities from 2012 to 2021. He began as an Associate Software Engineer and progressed to Senior Software Engineer I and II before becoming a Lead Software Engineer. His roles involved leading projects with teams of up to eight members and managing the deployment of Tableau Server. His experience at Scientific Games spans over nine years, primarily based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Educational Background
Pragash Kannan completed his higher secondary education at Sri VDS Jain Higher Secondary School in Tiruvannamalai, focusing on Mathematics and Computer Science. He then earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Thiruvalluvar University, followed by a Master of Computer Applications from Arunai Engineering College. His foundational education includes high school at Municipal Boys HSS in Tiruvannamalai.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Pragash Kannan possesses over a decade of experience in Microsoft Business Intelligence (MSBI) development. He has hands-on experience with SQL Server Profiler and SQL Server Agent, and he has been involved in 24x7 production support and problem resolution. His expertise extends to the management and deployment of Tableau Server for over four years, showcasing his technical proficiency in business intelligence tools.
International Experience
Pragash Kannan has traveled internationally for business intelligence projects, enhancing his global perspective and understanding of diverse business environments. This experience complements his extensive background in software development and project management, allowing him to contribute effectively to international teams and initiatives.