Hi, I'm Bala K Thillainathan
AI Automation Engineer exploring the intersection of AI, automation, and innovation through hands-on experimentation.
Professional Background
Accomplished technology delivery executive with 25+ years of experience in software engineering, cloud modernization, and enterprise IT. Currently transitioning to AI Automation Engineering, focusing on AI agents, prompt engineering, and innovative automation solutions.
Core Expertise
Engineering Leadership
10+ years managing global teams
Cloud & Software Delivery
AWS, platform architecture, CI/CD
AI & Modernization
Modular AI workflows, automation engines
Operational Governance
SLA performance, quality metrics
Executive Communication
Presenting to senior leadership
Experience
2022 – Present
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Technical Delivery / Solutions Architect
- Leading enterprise applications delivery
- Cloud architecture oversight
2013 – 2022
KBR, Inc.
Workstream Lead / Technical Lead
- Led $13M+ engineering portfolio
- Directed FAA enterprise AWS migration
2006 – 2013
Partners HealthCare Systems
Senior Software Developer / Systems Designer
- Enterprise-scale application design
Education
- MS, Information Technology — Brandeis University
- BS, Computer Science & Engineering
Certifications
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect (May 2027)
- PMP (Jul 2028)
- MIT Sloan — Leadership in Exponentially Changing World (2024)
- Microsoft AI Product Manager (2025)
- Vanderbilt — Generative AI Software Engineering (2025)