Technical Leader (IT Solutions Architect)

Building Industrial IoT
Solutions That Scale

12+ years architecting ThingWorx and IIoT platforms for Fortune 500 companies, translating technical design into measurable operational impact.

12+
Years Experience
50+
Projects Delivered
99%
Client Satisfaction

What I Do

Specialized expertise in industrial IoT and digital transformation

ThingWorx Development

Custom application development, mashup design, and ThingWorx platform solutions tailored to manufacturing needs.

IIoT Architecture

End-to-end IIoT system design, data integration, and scalable architecture for connected operations.

Digital Transformation

Strategic consulting and implementation of digital manufacturing solutions that drive operational excellence.

Skills & Expertise

Technical proficiency backed by real-world experience

Technical Skills

ThingWorx Platform95%
IIoT Architecture90%
SQL & Databases85%
Cloud Platforms (Azure/AWS)80%
CI/CD & DevOps85%
Team Leadership88%

Tools & Platforms

ThingWorxKepwareThingWorx NavigateSQL ServerJavaScriptJavaHTML5/CSS3REST APIsAzure IoTAWSGitJenkinsJiraPostmanDockerLinux/Unix

Featured Projects

Systems architecture and delivery leadership across global manufacturing programs

Technical design, scalable integration, and measurable outcomes

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Pfizer

WorkCentre Performance Monitoring

Senior ThingWorx Developer
+40%
Efficiency
500+
Users
99.8%
Uptime

Challenge

Enable real-time monitoring of plant operations and KPIs for a global pharmaceutical leader.

Solution

Architected and delivered a ThingWorx-based dashboard integrating live data from multiple sources in SAFe agile environment.

Result

Improved operational visibility and decision-making for plant managers

ThingWorx 9.3SQL Server 2019GitHubSAFe Agile
Schaeffler Group

PLM Apps Suite for Engineering Teams

IT Solutions Architect
+35%
Faster
300+
Users
$2M+
Savings

Challenge

Streamline engineering workflows and incident management across distributed teams.

Solution

Designed and led the development of modular PLM applications (TaskFinder, Common Incident Management) using ThingWorx, with CI/CD automation and PingFederate integration.

Result

Reduced process bottlenecks and improved team collaboration

ThingWorx 9.6.1ThingWorx NavigateGitHubJenkinsPingFederate
Kohler

Production Visibility – SmartFactory UK

Lead Senior ThingWorx Developer
+30%
Efficiency
5
Plants
100+
Machines

Challenge

Provide real-time production insights for manufacturing plants in the UK.

Solution

Built and deployed a scalable ThingWorx solution with multi-environment support (Dev, QA, UAT, Production) and Kepware integration.

Result

Enhanced production efficiency and reporting accuracy

ThingWorx 9.1.5KepwareSQL Server 2016Bitbucket
Eaton Aerospace

OEE & FSU Solutions

Analyst - IT
+25%
Uptime
10+
Sites
-45%
Downtime

Challenge

Deploy Factory Services Unit use cases and OEE tracking across multiple manufacturing sites.

Solution

Implemented RTPPM (Real-Time Production Performance Monitoring), AMU (Asset Monitoring), and CWC (Connected Work Cell) solutions with Vuforia AR integration.

Result

Increased machine uptime and reduced manual intervention

ThingWorx 8.5.7KepwareVuforiaFSUSQL Server
DealDash India

Deal Aggregation Platform

Founder/Builder
Speed
Focus
SEO
Reach
Multi-store
Scope

Challenge

Help shoppers discover verified deals faster across categories and stores.

Solution

Built a performance-focused deal aggregation site with SEO-first structure and fast search paths.

Result

Improved offer discovery speed and reduced time-to-deal for users.

Next.jsSEOLive
Relationship Manager

CRM-lite Follow-up System

Full-stack Developer
Follow-ups
Focus
CRM-lite
Type
Clarity
Value

Challenge

Make important relationship follow-ups simple and consistent without heavy CRM tooling.

Solution

Built a lightweight CRM-like app focused on reminders, notes, and relationship context.

Result

Made follow-up habits more consistent for high-value relationships.

ReactNode.jsPostgresLive
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About Me

With over 12 years of experience in IT, I specialize in architecting and delivering industrial IoT solutions using the ThingWorx platform for global manufacturing and industrial clients.

My journey began in software development, building iOS and web applications before discovering my passion for IIoT in 2015. Since then, I have led cross-functional teams, designed scalable architectures, and implemented innovative solutions that drive operational efficiency and digital transformation.

Driven by curiosity and a commitment to innovation, I thrive on solving complex industrial challenges. I focus on technical design, integration strategy, and reliable delivery. My expertise spans ThingWorx, SQL, cloud platforms, and agile delivery.

Expertise

ThingWorx IoT Platform (Proficient)
IIoT Architecture & Manufacturing
SQL Server & Database Management
Cloud Platforms (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle)
CI/CD & DevOps (Jenkins, Git)
Team Leadership & Mentoring
Swapnil Popat portrait
Technical Design Focus

Systems architecture that scales with operational reality

I translate complex factory requirements into resilient, maintainable platforms with clear integration paths.

Professional Journey

August 2023 - Present

IT Solutions Architect

Schaeffler Technology Solutions India Pvt Ltd

Leading PLM Apps development and ThingWorx platform architecture

  • Architecting and reviewing ThingWorx Engineering Apps (TaskFinder, Common Incident Management)
  • Defined coding standards and best practices for ThingWorx development team
  • Enhanced CI/CD process with Jenkins and set up future system landscape
  • Designed training plans and organized monthly workshops for team development
  • Leading recruitment and building of ThingWorx Development and Operations team in India
January 2023 - August 2023

Senior ThingWorx Developer

Cognizant Technology Solutions (Client: Pfizer)

WorkCentre Performance Monitoring - Smart Factory Solutions

  • Delivered innovative solutions in SAFe agile environment with two-week sprints
  • Collaborated with backend database team for seamless integration and optimal performance
  • Provided prompt support for defects and enhancement requests
  • Actively participated in SAFe agile ceremonies contributing to business value delivery
April 2021 - January 2023

Lead Senior ThingWorx Developer

Cognizant Technology Solutions (Client: Kohler)

Production Visibility – SmartFactory UK

  • Elicited requirements from business team and documented in FRS documents
  • Planned development using agile methodology with release planning
  • Built and deployed solutions across Dev, QA, UAT, and Production environments
  • Maintained code integrity using Bitbucket version control system
June 2020 - April 2021

Analyst - IT

Eaton Technologies Pvt Ltd

OEE Solution and FSU Use Cases Implementation

  • Deployed and configured FSU use cases (RTPPM, AMU, CWC) for different manufacturing plants
  • Integrated PTC Vuforia with ThingWorx using Experience Services for AR capabilities
  • Enhanced solutions per user requirements and provided platform support
  • Worked with Kepware for industrial connectivity and data collection
June 2018 - May 2020

Consultant

Capgemini India (Client: ABB EPIS)

Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) Solutions

  • Analyzed business requirements and delivered OEE solutions for 56+ machines
  • Created real-time dashboards for production units with live data visualization
  • Developed shift handover and maintenance reports for operational efficiency
  • Created escalation mechanisms for timely communication with plant leaders
January 2017 - June 2018

Associate Consultant

Capgemini India (Client: GE Industrial Solutions)

GE Proficy for OEE Solutions

  • Developed portal screens and dashboards in ThingWorx with live data
  • Configured GE Plant Application for OEE calculations
  • Customized ThingWorx widgets using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Monitored server and application performance

What Professionals Say

Trusted by industry leaders and technical experts

I worked with Swapnil for the Production Visibility Module and SAP integration in our manufacturing application for a customer project, and he was a key contributor to that project. He is good at understanding the use cases and delivering productive & faster results. He is known for his quick problem analysis skills and deep knowledge and experience.

VENKATESH INTURI
Sr Developer - Industrial Internet of Things, J2EE, Microservice Developer

I had a very good professional experience working with Swapnil when we were working for Cognizant. He is a technically sound and dedicated professional and made applause-worthy contributions to the projects with his technical expertise and focused approach.

ABDULLA CHAND PASHA
Building Factories of the Future | Industry X.O | Agentic AI | IoT | Digital Manufacturing Innovator

Swapnil is a sincere and hard-working professional. He is very passionate and has an in-depth knowledge of ThingWorx and IoT. He had always approached any situation with positivity and always found a solution out of the box. Working with him on projects was a great learning experience.

SIVASANKARI S
Digital Solutions Leader | Senior Manager | Manufacturing & IoT Expert | Data Engineering & Visualization

Get In Touch

Let's discuss how I can help transform your industrial operations