Ketan Thakker Email & Phone Number

Princeton, Nj, Us

Led the vision, strategy, and execution of critical systems for global educational assessments. Oversaw projects impacting over 230K daily users globally. • Directed the migration of ETS systems to AWS cloud, implementing scalable and secure architecture using EC2, S3, and serverless technologies, reducing operational costs by 25%. • Reduced state contract-related costs by 57% by optimizing AWS infrastructure, leveraging S3-to-Glacier archival solutions. • Implemented AI-driven solutions within the key enterprise system to automate test content creation, streamlining processes, and securing funding for enterprise-wide AI adoption. • Designed and implemented RPA workflows for data ingestion, compliance tracking, and reporting, reducing project costs by ~20%. • Led the transition of the critical registration system to Salesforce, integrating e-commerce capabilities and driving a 20% revenue increase in six months. • Ensured compliance with CCPA and QTI 3.0 standards for educational data, while implementing robust cybersecurity measures against threats such as DDoS attacks. • Developed business continuity and disaster recovery plans, ensuring system resilience. • Managed vendor transitions and negotiated contracts for IT outsourcing.

Princeton, Nj, Us

Directed K-12 systems implementation for California and Texas, transitioning from paper-based to computer-based testing, with a $60M+ budget, ensuring state compliance and supporting 33% of U.S. students. • Rescued failing projects, by redesigning infrastructure and relaunching within four months, retaining a $100M+ testing contract. • Spearheaded modernization of ETS platforms, enabling the retirement of legacy systems and achieving 40% infrastructure cost savings and 30% operational efficiency gains. • Led the development and migration of critical platforms supporting high-stakes testing like GRE and Praxis, ensuring seamless user experiences and improved reliability. • Pioneered DevOps practices by introducing CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments, enhancing software delivery. • Established standardized data governance practices, ensuring compliance with CCPA and FERPA regulations. • Implemented Multi-Stage Testing algorithms for dynamic question delivery in GRE and other assessments.

Princeton, Nj, Us

Led a team of ~60 IT professionals in launching innovative solutions for assessments like GRE, TOEFL, and Praxis on the IBT platform. • Migrated major assessments to digital platforms, reducing technical disruptions by 20%. • Delivered tailored solutions for teacher licensure programs in Texas and Georgia, enhancing scalability and efficiency. • Directed the development of the Item Banking and Information System (IBIS) with QTI standards, enabling seamless content management. • Led the ETS Scoring Unification Project, ensuring consistency and reliability in high-stakes test scoring.

Princeton, Nj, Us

Executive Mba, Business Administration And Management, General

B.E., Computer Science

Education record