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Sourav Banerjee
IT Platform Architect
Employee story Sourav Banerjee
Position: IT Platform Architect
Department: Architecture Management
With ElringKlinger since: 2024
What do you do at ElringKlinger? What are your tasks?
I am responsible for setting up the IT architecture in the areas of products and project management. This involves mapping all IT systems, tools, and applications for different departments, such as product tools in R&D. Our goal is to make everything as scalable and robust as possible. Based on our IT architecture, we identify pain points, evaluate existing tools within the company, integrate add-ons or new interfaces, and, if needed, implement new systems.
How did you come to ElringKlinger and what made you decide to work here?
I chose ElringKlinger as an employer because I wanted to contribute to sustainable and highly innovative transportation solutions. There is so much advancement in the automotive and mobility industry, and you can make a real difference, especially in terms of sustainability. Additionally, I found it exciting to work on digital transformation and help set up an architecture for that. Some of my ex-colleagues were already working here, and I heard many positive things about ElringKlinger from them. So, I decided to apply, and it worked out.
"There is so much advancement in the automotive and mobility industry, and you can make a real difference, especially in terms of sustainability."
What do you like most about your work and why?
I really like that I am constantly learning. Since I started here, I have learned about many new tools and applications and worked on a variety of projects and topics. I also appreciate the amount of freedom I am given to do my work. Moreover, I enjoy knowing that I can make a positive difference with my work, which is great because I genuinely want to improve things and help others.
What was the last success you celebrated?
The progress of our Salesforce project. I implemented and designed a scalable and secure architecture, helped analyzing the gaps, setting up a proper communication model, contributing to a project plan and organizational change management which lead the project to move forward in the right direction. It was also an educational milestone for me, as I learned a lot of in-depth features of Salesforce and unique processes in our organization.
"Since I started here, I have learned about many new tools and applications and worked on a variety of projects and topics."
Describe yourself in three characteristics.
Eager to learn, friendly, leader.
What was the highlight of your week? Personal or professional.
My daughter started school. Friends and family came over from Berlin and India, and we had a great time celebrating this day.
What do you do to switch off?
I like cooking, especially good Indian food. I also enjoy running and try to do it at least once a week.
Is there something else you want to say?
I want to say that the IT department at ElringKlinger is a great place to work. We are one team, always helping each other out and having each other's backs. Whatever the issue, we sort things out as a team. Additionally, I appreciate that ElringKlinger helps you grow, learn, and advance. You can take any kind of training, like IT training or cloud training, or whatever you need. They invest in you as a person and as an employee.
