Lan Bakthavatsal

Lan Bakthavatsal is an experienced database systems professional with a career spanning over three decades. Currently serving as a Senior Manager for Database Systems at Zappos Family of Companies since April 2014, Lan leads a dedicated DBA team. Previous roles include Owner of Datatechts LLC, where expertise in Databases and Data Architecture was applied to facilitate a SaaS solution for major retailers, and Principal Engineer at Intellectual Ventures, focusing on IP valuation and monetization. Significant contributions were made at Amazon.com in various positions, including DBA Manager for Ordering Database Systems and Senior DB Architect for Payment Systems, contributing to the management of Amazon's comprehensive order pipeline and payment processing systems. Early career experiences include positions at Citadel Investment Group, Oracle Corporation, Metamor Corporation, and CMC, demonstrating a strong foundation in software systems analysis and database design. Lan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from both Govt College of Technology and Bharathiar University.