Karthik Elangovan
About Karthik Elangovan
Karthik Elangovan is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development, particularly in low-latency high-frequency trading technology. He has worked for notable companies such as Commerzbank AG and ISAM, and he possesses strong leadership skills and a background in Agile methodologies.
Work at ISAM
Karthik Elangovan has been employed at ISAM (International Standard Asset Management) as a Senior Software Engineer since 2021. His role involves applying his expertise in software engineering to contribute to asset management solutions. He has been with the organization for three years, focusing on developing and optimizing software systems that support financial operations.
Previous Experience at Commerzbank AG
Prior to his current role, Karthik worked at Commerzbank AG from 2010 to 2021. He served as a Vice President, Senior Software Developer in the eFX division for four years and later as a Senior Software Developer Consultant for seven years. His tenure at Commerzbank AG was marked by his contributions to software development projects in the financial sector while based in London.
Background in Software Development
Karthik Elangovan has a diverse background in software development, having worked at several organizations. He started his career at Tata Consultancy Services as an Assistant Systems Engineer from 2004 to 2005. He then transitioned to SAP as a Software Developer from 2005 to 2007 in Bangalore, India. Following that, he worked at Moneio as a Software Developer from 2007 to 2010 in London.
Education and Expertise
Karthik holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science & Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He possesses expertise in low-latency high-frequency trading technology, essential for financial markets. His knowledge extends to Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, which are vital for efficient software development practices.
Leadership and Mentorship
In addition to his technical skills, Karthik has experience as a Server Development Lead, demonstrating his ability to manage server-side development projects. He also serves as a mentor, guiding and developing junior team members, which showcases his commitment to fostering growth within his team.