Bimal Shukla

ad4vrh@r.postjobfree.com • Libertyville, IL 60048

www.linkedin.com/in/bimal-shukla-9072203/ • 847-***-****

Dynamic and Microsoft Certified Professional with 15+ years of experience in all aspects of software engineering, business applications development, project management, and database administration. Solid history of success in leading full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from inception to successful delivery, including requirement gathering, design, coding, testing, debugging, and maintenance. Known for managing technical projects from start to finish using Agile/Scrum methodologies, creating strategic plans and control structures, and ensuring successful completion on time and within budget. Adept at designing and enhancing e-commerce platforms and client-server applications, integrating state-of-the-art tools, delivering improvements in product management and marketing outreach, and developing cutting-edge solutions that streamline processes, enhance user experience, and facilitate seamless system integrations. Passionate leader with remarkable acumen in training, mentoring, and overseeing high-performing teams to achieve set goals.

Areas of Expertise

Software Development Life Cycle

Business Intelligence & Data Analytics

System Design, Deployment, & Integration

Database Development & Management

Script & Stored Procedures Writing

Enterprise Software Solutions

Product Development & Delivery

Project Planning & Execution

Front-End & Back-End Development

Requirement Gathering & Analysis

Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution

Quality Assurance & Control

Team Training & Leadership

Data Analysis & Decision-Making

Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

AWS, AZURE & GCP

Technical Proficiencies

Operating Systems: Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Windows 10/11, Ubuntu Linux

Languages: VB.NET (Microsoft Certified), C#, ASP.Net, VB 6.0 (Microsoft Certified), VB Script, JQuery, Java Script, HTML, DHTML, XML, XSL, XSLT, Python, .Net Core, Angular, django framework

Tools: InstallShield, MS Visual Source Safe, Visual Studio .NET, .NET Core, MVC, Visual Studio 2017/2022, Ghost,, MS SQL Server Reporting tools, Crystal Report 10.0, Crystal dictionary, Track Record 4.0, OLE Automation, Visio, Wise Installer Builder, SQL Navigator, XML Spy, VI, Test Director, IIS, Team Foundation Server, LINQ to XML, Atomic Scheduling tool, Telerik UI for ASP.NET AJAX tools (DevCraft Complete), Jira Project Management Tool, GitHub, Google API, AWS, Azure, PIM, HubSpot

Databases: MS SQL Server (Microsoft Certified), Oracle 11, Sybase, Informix, MS Access, DB2, MySQL, HANA Studio (SAP), Postgres

Professional Experience

Consolidated Hospitality Supplies, Vernon Hills, IL

Senior .NET Developer Specialist

Mar 2014 to Jan 2024

Spearheaded the enhancement and maintenance of e-commerce website for Amtex and American Hotel Register Brand with C#, ASP.NET, and MS SQL Server. Revitalized client-server application Register-One with VB.net, Oracle, and DB2, which enhanced quotation/order/collection management system and increased operational efficiency. Integrated Azure Blob REST API and EDW with HubSpot using Node.js and HubSpot API to elevate data analytics and marketing capabilities. MS Build to deployed e-Commerce web portal through TFS.

●Recognized as employee of the month in 2018 for delivering exemplary performance.

●Led successful integration of third-party applications, such as PIM and PROS to improve product management and pricing strategies.

●Headed the development of sophisticated Client Management System (American Premier Web Portal), including introduction of new features, such as over-value discount and branded indicators to heighten client satisfaction and loyalty.

●Innovated event management system that streamlined the creation and management of client/product-based projects while enhancing project tracking and execution using C#, SQL Server, and .NET Framework.

●Azure Blob Storage: Use Blob Service, C#, REST API, .NET Framework to upload and access file and store to Secured FTP.

●EDW Integration with HubSpot (Marketing Cloud Platform) using HubSpot API, Node.js

Jacoby & Meyers Bankruptcy, Chicago, IL

Application Manager Database Administrator

Apr-2009 to Dec-2013

Facilitated seamless integration between lead and debt resolution systems by developing Windows application with C# and T-SQL, including advanced database functionalities. Used AMS-API for the development of US Postal certified Address application with Barcode. Implemented web service for lead DUD data transfer to elevate data management and inter-system communication. Improved client engagement by building custom SMS messaging tool with Clickatell XML API, VB.NET, and T-SQL.

●Led successful strategic upgrade from SQL Server 2000 to SQL Server 2008, including setting up SQL Server mirroring for disaster recovery with a focus on ensuring data integrity and system availability.

●Optimized LH1 CRM application by upgrading advantage database server and augmenting application's performance.

●Built secure/convenient payment solution (online payment portal) for clients using VB.NET, ADO.NET, Ajax, and MS SQL Server 2008.

●Directed the creation and successful delivery of digital contract management system with VB.NET, .NET framework 4.0, Telerik tools, and T-SQL (MS SQL Server 2008), enabling clients to sign documents electronically for expedited contract processing.

●Decreased response times and increased system efficiency through the development of performance management tool for web applications using Visual Studio and optimization of SQL scripts/stored procedures.

●Revolutionized client document handling by creating client documents printing management application using VB.NET and .NET framework 4.0, including Telerik tools and SQL stored procedures.

Special Projects:

●Designed state-of-the-art Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system for radiologists by utilizing .NET Core 6.0, C#, and Postgres within AWS infrastructure; improved compliance with HIPAA through robust Cognito Authorization and CloudTrail API for audit logging and Serverless Amazon ElastiCache service. Used Jenkins pipelines (CI/CD). (https://dev.sepstream.net).

●Streamlined development processes/code integrity and advanced code management practices by implementing Git version control and fostering team collaboration through GitHub.

●Mortgage Web Portal Single Page Application using component architecture which automates the start to end Mortgage process for the client. Developed using Angular 17.0.8django, Django framework, Python 3.12.2, MySQL Database. Deployed to Ubuntu Server using NGINX.

●Messaging Web Portal Single Page Application using component architecture which will send SMS to Client. Developed using Angular, Django Framework, Python, MySQL Database, Metronic Theme. (https://messaging.care)

Additional Experience:

Consultant at BridgePoint Technologies, Oakbrook, IL Jan 2014 – Mar 2014

Senior Software Engineer at IDC Global Networks, Chicago, IL Apr 2004 – Mar 2009

Senior Developer at MSDSonline, Chicago, IL Jun 2003 – Apr 2004

Consultant at RCG IT, Schaumburg, IL Nov 2002 – Feb 2003

Senior Developer/Analyst at Reid London House, Chicago, IL May 2002 – Nov 2002

Senior Developer/Analyst at AllScripts-Misys, Inc., Chicago, IL May 2000 – Nov 2001

Senior Developer/Analyst at MasterChart, Inc., Bannockburn, IL Jan 1996 – Mah 2000

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Chemistry Gujarat University, India 1982

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemistry and Physics Gujarat University, India 1980

Professional Certifications & Courses

●Diploma in Data Processing & Computer Applications – Gold Medalist

●Computer Programming (general languages certification)

●Developing and Implementing Web Applications with MS VB.NET and MS Visual Studio .NET. (*Microsoft Certified Professional)

●Designing and Implementing Distributed Application with MS VB 6.0

●Implementing a Database Design on MS SQL 6.5

●Cisco Certified Network Associate

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