Sivaram Divi
About Sivaram Divi
Sivaram Divi is a Senior Engineering Manager with expertise in application architecture and distributed software engineering. He has held various roles at PayPal and Zenefits, specializing in payments, compliance, and financial products.
Work at Zenefits
Sivaram Divi has been employed at Zenefits since 2019, initially as an Engineering Manager and later advancing to the role of Senior Engineering Manager in 2022. His responsibilities include overseeing engineering teams and driving technology innovation within the organization. He focuses on coaching, mentoring, and hiring talent to enhance team performance and project outcomes. His expertise in application architecture and distributed software engineering contributes to Zenefits' mission of providing effective human capital management solutions.
Previous Experience at PayPal
Sivaram Divi worked at PayPal for a total of seven years across various roles. He began as a Software Engineer in Chennai, India, from 2007 to 2010, before moving to Singapore, where he served as a Senior Software Engineer from 2010 to 2014 and later as a Staff Software Engineer from 2014 to 2017. His work at PayPal involved developing solutions in the domains of payments, compliance, and risk, which provided him with significant experience in financial products and programmatic marketplaces.
Experience at OpenX
Sivaram Divi held the position of Tech Lead and Architect at OpenX for one year, from 2017 to 2018, in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this role, he was responsible for leading technical initiatives and architectural decisions, leveraging his extensive background in distributed software systems. This experience further solidified his skills in managing complex software projects and contributing to innovative technology solutions.
Education and Expertise
Sivaram Divi earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Computer Science from Acharya Nagarjuna University. His educational background, combined with his professional experience, equips him with a strong foundation in application architecture, service-oriented architecture, and distributed software engineering. He specializes in various domains, including HCM SaaS and payroll, which enhance his capability to design and build effective software systems.
Background in Software Engineering
Before his tenure at PayPal, Sivaram Divi worked at Covansys as an Associate-Projects from 2005 to 2007 in Chennai, India. His early career laid the groundwork for his extensive experience in software engineering. He has developed a comprehensive understanding of both corporate and startup environments, focusing on technology innovation and leadership throughout his career.