RICHU GIREESH

DevOps Engineer

Organized and results-driven DevOps Engineer with expertise in system administration, CI/CD pipelines, and automation. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline development, testing, and deployment processes. Committed to delivering high-quality solutions through attention to detail and strong technical skills.

Contact Information

Core Skills

  • System Administration: Linux, Windows
  • DevOps Tools: Jenkins, Github, Bitbucket, Checkmarx, SonarQube, Docker
  • CI/CD Expertise: Pipeline Design, Deployment, Optimization
  • Automation & Scripting: Python, Shell, Groovy
  • Infrastructure Management: Tools Deployment, Monitoring, Maintenance
  • Problem Solving: Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis, Issue Resolution
  • Security & Maintenance: Software Patching, Updates, Vulnerability Mitigation

Professional Experience

DevOps Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services, Kochi, Kerala, India, (November 2022 – Present)

  • Developed and deployed a Python-based GitHub Actions workflow to automate Bitbucket to GitHub repo migrations, including Git LFS handling, secret scanning, branch protections, and CODEOWNERS setup, reducing manual effort and completing each migration in ~10 seconds.
  • Collaborated with the security team to migrate code scanning from an on-premise solution to a SaaS-based tool; led POC development, evaluated integration challenges, and successfully reconfigured Jenkins pipelines to support the new scanning process.
  • Managed and enhanced CI/CD pipelines used by multiple teams for automated deployments. Automated repetitive tasks to reduce manual effort and improve deployment efficiency.

Environment Engineer (Platform)

Tata Consultancy Services, Remote, (August 2021 – October 2022)

  • Identified and resolved critical failures in backup procedures for appliance servers by designing and implementing a new, reliable backup strategy—ensuring data integrity and system recoverability.
  • Administered Linux and Windows systems for stability, security, and performance.
  • Diagnosed issues such as misconfigurations and compatibility problems. Worked with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve root causes.
  • Conducted upgrades, patches, and security updates to maintain integrity. Developed automation scripts and configuration management tools for efficiency.

Intern

MILMA Ambalathara, Trivandrum June 2018 – July 2018

  • Supported day-to-day operations and collaborated with diverse teams to enhance workflows.
  • Gained hands-on experience in applying engineering principles to real-world scenarios.
  • Contributed to cross-departmental collaboration through strong interpersonal skills.

Personal Projects

Personal Resume Site

  • Created and deployed a personal resume website using Hugo Static Site Generator and Cloudflare Pages with an automated CI/CD pipeline; built the project to gain hands-on experience in web design, hosting, and practical CI/CD implementation using GitHub integration.

Docker Media Streaming Setup

  • Built a self-hosted media streaming setup using Jellyfin, Tailscale, and Docker, enabling secure, remote access to my home lab content from any device worldwide without using static IP or port forwarding.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering Technology: Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Amal Jyothi College of Engineering, Kanjirapally, Kerala June 2017 – June 2021

  • CGPA: 7.55
  • Trained in robotics; Winner of RoboTech V 2.0 challenge by i-ERA Robotics Technical Solutions LLP.

High School Diploma

De Paul Public School, Kottayam, Kerala June 2015 – March 2017

  • CBSE Percentage: 71.2%
  • Member of the Literary Club

Technical Proficiencies

  • DevOps Tools: Jenkins, Docker, Ansible, Delphix, GitHub Action, Jfrog Artifactory, Checkmarx, Sonarqube
  • Programming Languages: Python, Bash Shell Scripting, Go
  • Platforms: Linux, Windows

Skills

Personal Skills

  • Strong Ownership
  • Accountability
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous Learning
  • Attention to Detail

Technical Skills

  • Python Scripting
  • Docker
  • Bash Scripting
  • Jenkins CI/CD Pipelines
  • GitHub Actions Workflows
  • Code Scanning Tools
  • Azure Infrastructure

Interests

  • Self-Hosting / HomeLab
  • Running (Completed 5K & 10K runs; currently training for 21K)
  • Badminton
  • Reading
  • History
  • Formula One
  • Geopolitics