Kirthi T N
About Kirthi T N
Kirthi T N is the Director of Software Engineering at Kaleyra, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering and Information Technology, with extensive experience in software engineering and leadership roles across various companies, including Cisco Systems and Synamedia.
Current Role at Kaleyra
Kirthi T N serves as the Director of Software Engineering at Kaleyra, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering strategies and ensuring the successful execution of software development projects. His leadership focuses on fostering a high-performing team through coaching and mentoring, contributing to the overall growth and success of the organization.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to his current role, Kirthi worked at Synamedia as Senior Manager, Engineering from 2018 to 2022. He also held various positions at Cisco Systems, including Technical Program Manager from 2013 to 2015 and Engineering Manager from 2015 to 2018. His experience spans multiple facets of software engineering, including the design and development of engineering strategies for communication channels.
Educational Background
Kirthi T N holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ramaiah Institute of Technology, where he studied from 1993 to 1997. He also completed a Post Graduation in Big Data Systems at Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, he achieved a Pre-University qualification at Vijaya College from 1991 to 1993.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Kirthi possesses a strong engineering foundation with expertise in various technologies, including video technologies such as Cloud DVR, OTT, DVB, and VOD. His skill set includes system architecture, microservices, API development and integration, database and cache management, containerization, and Kubernetes. He has played a key role in driving product strategy and enabling technical excellence through scalable solutions.
Career Development and Leadership
Throughout his career, Kirthi has actively engaged in coaching and mentoring to cultivate leadership within his teams. His focus on developing high-performing teams has been instrumental in achieving technical excellence and driving product strategies in the organizations he has worked with.