Alumni Talks!!!
Presenter: Kiruthika Arunachalam
Date: Monday, September 29, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Workshop Space, 4th Floor - 300 Ouellette Ave., School of Computer Science Advanced Computing Hub
This workshop brings together real-world experiences, technical knowledge, and career lessons from a University of Windsor alum who transitioned successfully from graduate student to industry leader. Drawing on over 17 years of software experience, Kiruthika Arunachalam will share insights into the skills and mindset required to excel in today’s competitive software industry. Students will learn about the intersection of technical depth, interpersonal effectiveness, and adaptability—critical factors for building a thriving career in computing.
Success Story- My Journey
Challenges as an International Student
Interpersonal skills
Technical Skills to Master and Industry Expertise
Career Advice-Q/A
Growth Mindset
I have over 17 years of experience in software development, with a strong foundation in full-stack Java engineering and a passion for building scalable, distributed systems. I hold a master’s degree in applied computing from the University of Windsor and am currently a Vice President at Citibank.
My career has spanned the e-commerce and banking sectors, where I’ve led the design and implementation of complex Personalization and end-to-end systems, with a strong focus on performance, security, scalability, and reliability. More recently, my work has centered on Observability services—focusing on Engineering Excellence through AI Adoption, by building software with automated testing, post-release validation frameworks, and continuous delivery practices.
Outside of tech, I’m also an Indian classical and film vocal music performer and a music teacher, which adds a creative dimension to my professional life.
Registration Link (only MAC students need to pre-register