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RAKESH NEGI

RAKESH NEGI

Technical Architect
Noida

Summary

Certified Cloud Architect and Experienced DevOps Leader with over a decade of expertise in designing, automating, and managing multi-cloud infrastructure across Azure and AWS. Proficient in Terraform and cloud-native architectures, with a strong focus on FinOps and cloud cost optimization. Demonstrated success in leveraging Datadog Cloud Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer, and Azure Cost Management to drive cost visibility, accountability, and efficiency across engineering and business units. Proven track record of building scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions while ensuring high availability and performance. FinOps practitioner with hands-on experience in implementing cost allocation tagging, chargeback models, and unit economics tracking; conducting “what-if” analysis, forecasting, and budget alignment; and driving cross-functional collaboration between finance, engineering, and product teams to optimize cloud spend. Skilled in implementing automation, security, and speed-of-delivery solutions, fostering a DevOps mindset, coaching and mentoring teams, and driving continuous improvement and innovation. Adept at managing cloud infrastructure and collaborating with stakeholders to streamline software delivery and financial governance.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Technical Architect

HCL-Tech
04.2021 - Current
  • Successfully managed cloud cost for the company's Azure and AWS platforms, resulting in a 12% reduction in monthly cloud spend and additional savings through continuous optimization.
  • Developed and implemented cloud cost optimization strategies, including reserved instances, right-sizing, auto-scaling, and spot instance adoption to maximize savings.
  • Conducted regular cost analysis and provided actionable recommendations for improving cost efficiency across environments.
  • Integrated Datadog Cloud Cost Management to monitor and analyze AWS and Azure usage patterns, enabling real-time visibility into cost drivers and inefficiencies.
  • Leveraged Datadog dashboards and alerts to track underutilized resources, identify anomalies in cloud spend, and proactively recommend cost-saving measures.
  • Conducted “what-if” analysis using Datadog and AWS Cost Explorer to simulate cost impact of scaling decisions, migration plans, and workload shifts.
  • Created detailed cloud forecasts and adjusted budgets based on usage trends, optimization efforts, and business changes using Datadog and Azure Cost Management.
  • Established a cost reduction tracking system using Datadog and Power BI, publishing monthly reports that showcased significant cost savings achieved.
  • Applied FinOps principles to align cloud spending with business goals, enabling financial accountability across engineering and product teams.
  • Collaborated with finance, engineering, and operations teams to implement tagging strategies, chargeback models, and cost allocation frameworks for transparent cloud cost governance.
  • Proficient in AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, and Datadog for multi-cloud cost governance and financial reporting.
  • Created and maintained Terraform and CloudFormation templates for provisioning cost-optimized infrastructure across AWS and Azure.
  • Developed and maintained cloud budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and financial planning aligned with organizational goals.
  • Communicated financial insights and recommendations to stakeholders, driving informed decision-making and continuous cost optimization.
  • Ensured compliance with financial policies and standards related to cloud usage and developed governance frameworks for effective cloud cost management.
  • Collaborated with clients to determine project specifications and scope, ensuring alignment with budget constraints and business objectives.

Senior Cloud Engineer

S&P Global
05.2018 - 04.2021
  • Automated infrastructure provisioning using Terraform, enhancing deployment efficiency and consistency
  • Developed a multi-cloud cost optimization strategy, achieving a 30% reduction in expenses
  • Led the migration of microservices architecture from Azure ECS to Azure AKS, improving scalability and performance
  • Implemented synthetic monitoring for API endpoints using Catchpoint, ensuring reliable performance
  • Established real-time monitoring and troubleshooting solutions for both on-premises and cloud applications
  • Proactively ensured the highest levels of system and infrastructure availability
  • Prepared project plans and consistently monitored project milestones to ensure timely delivery
  • Managed and implemented Application Performance Monitoring (APM), synthetic monitoring, infrastructure monitoring, and real user monitoring (RUM) using tools like AppDynamics, Catchpoint, ELK, New-Relic, DataDog, LogicMonitor, SolarWinds, and other similar tools
  • Administered and implemented web (IIS) servers, hosted websites, and configured them as per requirements
  • Deployed and administered load-balanced web applications and web services in Windows Server 2008 and 2012 environments
  • Developed and maintained custom scripts to enhance system efficiency and reduce manual intervention
  • Installed, configured, tested, and maintained operating systems, application software, and system management tools
  • Experienced in performing weekend change activities such as upgrades, reboots, and application changes
  • Administered and troubleshooted web applications, maintaining uptime and disk usage to ensure high availability
  • Created, deployed, renewed, and managed SSL certificates
  • Troubleshooted and analyzed application issues using tools like Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Extra-Hop, Catchpoint, Log Parser, and Process Monitor
  • Provided 24x7 on-call support on a rotating basis, offering excellent support for production, staging, testing, and disaster recovery servers with extensive troubleshooting exposure
  • Migrated legacy systems to the cloud, reducing operational costs and improving system stability.
  • Designed and deployed scalable cloud architectures for improved application performance and reliability.
  • Championed containerization initiatives using Docker/Kubernetes platforms that increased application scalability while reducing overheads associated with traditional virtualization techniques.

Senior Systems Engineer

EVRY India
07.2016 - 05.2018
  • Implemented real-time monitoring and troubleshooting solutions for cloud applications
  • Configured S3 logging and enabled CloudTrail for API auditing to enhance security and compliance
  • Designed and deployed a Dedicated VPC with Custom Route Tables, Public/Private Subnets, and Security Groups for improved network segmentation
  • Automated AMI creation, encryption, and instance provisioning with Dedicated Tenancy, IAM role attachment, and CloudWatch monitoring
  • Set up VPC Flow Logs, AWS Config Logs, and CloudWatch alerts for proactive monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Configured Elastic IPs, integrated DNS management with GoDaddy/Route 53, and optimized network performance

Education

MBA - Operations Management

Institute of Management Technology (CDL)
10.2015 - 11.2016

B.Tech - Electronics And Communications Engineering

R.D Engineering College
Ghaziabad
04.2001 -

Skills

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Certification

Azure Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

Personal Information

Past Experience

  • Technical Services Specialist (SME), IBM INDIA PRIVATE LTD
  • Senior System Engineer, TCS, Gurgaon, Haryana
  • Senior System Engineer, INFOSYS LIMITED, Chandigarh, Punjab

Domains Knowledge

  • Banking & Insurance
  • Healthcare & Pharma

Timeline

Technical Architect

HCL-Tech
04.2021 - Current

Senior Cloud Engineer

S&P Global
05.2018 - 04.2021

Senior Systems Engineer

EVRY India
07.2016 - 05.2018

MBA - Operations Management

Institute of Management Technology (CDL)
10.2015 - 11.2016

B.Tech - Electronics And Communications Engineering

R.D Engineering College
04.2001 -

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