# Sashwat Karuvayil — Full Portfolio > Tech entrepreneur and software engineer with 5+ years of experience building scalable products, cloud infrastructure, and open source tools. Passionate about turning ideas into impactful solutions through engineering excellence and community-driven development. ## Contact - Name: Sashwat Karuvayil - Email: hi@sashwat.in - Website: https://sashwat.in - Location: India - Resume: https://sashuu69.github.io/curriculum-vitae/sash-cv.pdf ## Social Profiles - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sashwatk - GitHub: https://github.com/sashuu69 - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sashuu69 - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sashuu69 ## Professional Summary Backend Developer at IBM ISDL with 5+ years of experience across Silicon DevOps, System Software, and Cloud Infrastructure. Began career working on Silicon automation and DevOps at AMD-Xilinx, building Python-based tooling and developing a deep appreciation for FPGAs and low-level systems. Transitioned into cloud software development and system software. Currently working on building confidential computing solutions on IBM Z for On Premises Setup. Works across the stack — using Go, Python, Bash, Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform — to design and deliver secure, automated, and scalable cloud platforms. ## Skills & Technologies ### Programming Languages - Go - Python - Bash - C++ ### DevOps & Automation - Terraform - Docker - Kubernetes ### Cloud Platforms - IBM Cloud - AWS ### Virtualization - LPAR - zVSI ### Specializations - Confidential Computing - Software Architecture - Open Source ## Work Experience ### Senior Engineer — IBM (Jul 2022 – Present) Location: Bengaluru, India Description: Engineer at IBM ISDL specializing in LinuxONE, Hyper Protect Virtual Server (HPVS), and Confidential Computing. Experienced in OS image automation, secure bootloader development, Terraform provider engineering, and cloud/on-prem workload enablement across IBM Cloud and multicloud environments. Technologies: Go, Python, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, IBM Cloud Key Achievements: - Managed and automated SLES/RHEL for LinuxONE Baremetal on IBM Cloud VPC, built optimized OS images for zVSI (KVM on Z), and reduced storage footprint to lower infrastructure costs. - Delivered key HPVS enhancements including contract expiry, static IP, ICIC provisioning support, log tagging integration, and developed secure bootloaders for confidential workloads (Kata on OpenShift). - Designed and maintained Go libraries, Terraform Provider, and CLI tools to automate HPVS contract generation and workload provisioning across IBM Cloud and on-prem environments. - Automated release and validation processes, supported enterprise customers, and contributed to multicloud POCs enabling IBM Cloud services and AI workloads integration. ### Silicon Design Engineer — AMD (Feb 2022 – Jul 2022) Location: Hyderabad, India Description: Drove the AMD-Xilinx integration, unifying revision control systems and license infrastructure across both organizations. Technologies: Python, Csh, ICManage, FlexLM Key Achievements: - Unified infrastructure between AMD and Xilinx — revision control, license servers, and tooling. - Built automation scripts for ICManage servers and benchmarking new hardware. - Collaborated across Silicon Engineering and IT teams to deliver integration milestones. ### CAD Engineer — Xilinx (Jul 2021 – Feb 2022) Location: Hyderabad, India Description: Managed CAD infrastructure, EDA tools, platform administration, and automation solutions for silicon design teams. Technologies: Python, LSF, ICManage, EDA Tools, Jira Key Achievements: - Administered ICManage Global Design Platform (ICM-GDP) and LSF License Scheduler. - Automated library creation and implemented policies for LSF queues and storage. - Documented processes and workflows using Jira and Confluence. ### CAD Infrastructure DevOps Engineer — Xilinx (Jun 2020 – Jul 2021) Location: Hyderabad, India Description: Focused on DevOps automation for silicon CAD infrastructure — maintaining clusters, schedulers, and in-house tooling. Technologies: Python, CSH, LSF, DevOps Key Achievements: - Maintained LSF clusters, application profiles, and license schedulers. - Built automation scripts and in-house tools to streamline daily operations. ### Intern — Appfabs (May 2018 – Sep 2018) Location: Thiruvananthapuram, India Description: Explored Cyber Security fundamentals and DevSecOps in a dynamic start-up environment. Technologies: Cyber Security, DevSecOps, Content Writing Key Achievements: - Acquired foundational knowledge in Cyber Security and DevSecOps. - Authored technical blogs and articles on security topics. ## Projects ### IBM Confidential Computing Contract Generator Tools Category: Confidential Computing Description: Designed and developed a set of tools for generating contracts for IBM Confidential Computing products. Technologies: Go, CLI, Terraform Provider, IBM Z Links: - Go Library: https://github.com/ibm-hyper-protect/contract-go - CLI: https://github.com/ibm-hyper-protect/contract-cli - Terraform Provider: https://github.com/ibm-hyper-protect/terraform-provider-hpcr - Automation Examples: https://github.com/ibm-hyper-protect/linuxone-vsi-automation-samples ### Portfolio Website Category: Web Description: Docker + Terraform setup for automated SSL generation and AWS hosting. Infrastructure as Code approach for personal portfolio deployment. Technologies: Python, Docker Compose, AWS, Cloudflare, SSL Links: - Flask App: https://github.com/sashuu69/portfolio-website - Infrastructure: https://github.com/sashuu69/portfolio-website-docker-compose - Infrastructure: https://github.com/sashuu69/portfolio-website-infrastructure - SSL Cert Generator: https://github.com/sashuu69/portfolio-website-ssl-cert-generator ### Lightweight OS for Raspberry Pi Category: OS Description: A lightweight debian based OS for Raspberry Pi 4 with custom kernel and drivers. Technologies: Raspberry Pi, Debian, Kernel, Drivers Links: - Source: https://github.com/sashuu69/sash-pi ### ATmega328P Production-Ready Board Category: IoT Description: Arduino-compatible SMD/DIP board design for production applications. Custom PCB design for embedded systems. Technologies: PCB Design, ATmega328P, Arduino, Hardware Links: - Source: https://github.com/sashuu69/sph-mc-one ## Education ### Master of Computer Applications (MCA) — College of Engineering Trivandrum Duration: Aug 2017 – Apr 2020 Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Field: Computer Science Description: Focused on advanced software engineering, distributed systems, and algorithms. Presented at All India MCA Meet 2019 at NIT Trichy and received Star Performer recognition. ### Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) — Christ Nagar College Duration: Jun 2014 – May 2017 Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Field: Computer Science Description: Built a strong foundation in programming, data structures, databases, and web technologies. Developed a passion for systems-level programming and automation. ### High School (Computer Science) — Kendriya Vidyalaya AFS Akkulam Duration: Apr 2012 – Mar 2014 Location: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Field: Computer Science Description: Completed higher secondary with Computer Science as the core elective. Early introduction to programming with C++ sparked an interest in technology and engineering. ## Awards & Recognition - Significant Contributor, IBM TCAP 2025: Open source contributions towards terraform provider for HPVS & HPCR4RHVS - IBM QCAP Q1 2025: Significant contributions towards HPVS & zVSI - IBM ISDL Team Award March 2023: Contributions towards LinuxOne Baremetal on IBM Cloud VPC - IBM ISDL SDS Star Of The Month: Oct 2022 and Jan 2024 - Star Performer: All India MCA Meet 2019, NIT Trichy ## Testimonials ### Gaurav Kumar — Software Developer, Microsoft "Sashwat is an expert in a wide range of technologies, including Python, Terraform, Golang, Linux, and Restful APIs. He stands out for his ability to design and implement robust solutions... His proficiency in Terraform has been invaluable in automating infrastructure deployment and management." ### Rohan Giriraj — Senior Software Engineer, Autodesk "Sashwat is a very hard working, technically sound engineer who ensures that all deliverables are achieved on time and with perfection. He's obsessed with quality... As a teammate Sashwat is always brimming with optimism and his energy is infectious." ### Jishnu M — Senior DevOps Engineer, ECS Fin "He's that kind of a person who's willing to take initiative and responsibility... He has worked on several internal projects where his python skills have helped to automate so many tasks as well as develop multiple home brewed tools." ### Alfin William — Product Engineer II, Catalyca "I highly recommend his expertise in python and project management... his ability to tackle any problem is remarkable and with a warm smile. I'm sure Sashwat would become an appreciated member of any team."