Vikas Kumar
About Vikas Kumar
Vikas Kumar is a Software Engineering Manager II at TomTom with extensive experience in SDL Tridion and cloud technologies.
Current Title and Role
Vikas Kumar is currently positioned as Software Engineering Manager II at TomTom, where he has been working since 2023. He is based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, overseeing software engineering efforts and managing his team to ensure smooth operation and execution of projects.
Professional Experience at TomTom
Vikas Kumar has a rich history with TomTom, holding multiple roles over the years. He began as a Senior Application Engineer from 2017 to 2019 before advancing to Expert Application Engineer, serving in that capacity until 2022. He then transitioned to Software Engineering Manager I, a role he held for six months before his current position. Throughout these roles, Vikas has contributed to various projects and led engineering teams, showcasing his growth and leadership within the company.
Previous Employment Roles
Before joining TomTom, Vikas Kumar accumulated diverse experience in software development and technical consulting at several companies. At SDL, he worked as a Technical Consultant for 9 months and then as Senior Technical Consultant for one year in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. He also served as a Software Engineer at Mindtree in Whitefield, Bangalore, for two years and began his career there as a Trainee. Each of these roles augmented his expertise and provided him with a broad foundation in software engineering and consulting.
Educational Background
Vikas Kumar achieved his Bachelor of Engineering (BE) from Visvesvaraya Technological University. Prior to this, he studied Physics, Chemistry, and Maths at Queens College Varanasi. His early education includes earning an Xth in Maths from BSEB. This robust educational foundation has equipped him with the necessary technical and analytical skills needed for his career in software engineering.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Vikas possesses extensive expertise in SDL Tridion setup, design, and development, covering versions 2011, 2013, Web 8, Web 8.5, Sites 9.1, and Sites 9.5. He is proficient in content modeling, blueprinting, templating, and GUI extensions within SDL Tridion, and is experienced with both REST and SOAP APIs. His skill set also includes a strong understanding of cloud technologies like AWS and Azure. He is adept in using various development environments and tools, such as Visual Studio, IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, and Aptana.
Hobbies and Personal Interests
Outside of his professional life, Vikas Kumar enjoys a range of hobbies including computer games, chess, and archery. He also has a strong interest in watching good movies, appreciating the art and storytelling involved in cinema.