Senior Software Engineering Lead with 13+ Years Experience

BarathKumar Rajendiran

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A results-driven software consultant with 13.8 years of experience in leading development projects and delivering high-quality software solutions. Known for strong problem-solving skills, foster- ing team collaboration, and driving efficiency through best practices. Adept at mentoring teams, managing complex technical challenges, and ensuring the successful execution of projects in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Programming Languages: Java, J2EE

Server-side Frameworks: Spring MVC, Spring Boot, Spring Reactive, Hibernate, JPA (Java Per- sistence API)

Web Services and APIs: RESTful APIs, SOAP Web Services, GraphQL Data Streaming: IBM MQ, Apache Kafka

Database Technologies: DB2, Oracle, PL/SQL, Azure SQL, Postgress Cloud and DevOps: Azure, PCF (Pivotal Cloud Foundry) and GitHub, SonarQube, Jenkins, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Front-End Technologies(UI/UX): React JS, Angular JS, Java Script, HTML5, CSS3 Integrated Development Environments (IDEs): Eclipse, IntelliJ Design Patterns and Architecture: Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (OOAD), MVC (Model- View-Controller) Architecture, Singleton, SOLID Principles, 12-Factor App Principles Project Management and Leadership: Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), Technical Lead- ership, Mentoring,

Team Collaboration, Problem-Solving, People Management Test Framework: JUnit, Mockito, TestNG

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Relevantz Technology Services India Pvt Ltd, Chennai Mar 2025 - Present Senior Lead Engineer [ Client : BNY Mellon ]

• Contributing to the development and maintenance of systems related to Depository Re- ceipts, Trade Settlement, Broking operations, and Reconciliation processes within the post- trade technology landscape.

• Involved in both frontend and backend enhancements to improve functionality, user experi- ence, and operational efficiency.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement solutions that align with business requirements in the areas of trade lifecycle and transaction matching.

• Supported issue resolution, workflow improvements, and data flow analysis for timely and accurate settlement processing.

• Progressively deepening domain knowledge in capital markets, especially in post-trade in- frastructure, reconciliation, and custody-related processes.

• Actively participating in Agile delivery cycles, code reviews, and internal discussions aimed at strengthening system performance and reliability.

• Utilized AI-assisted development tools, including GitHub Copilot, to accelerate coding, im- prove accuracy, and increase productivity during implementation.

• Applied prompt engineering techniques to efficiently interact with AI tools for tasks such as generating boilerplate code, writing test cases, and troubleshooting logic. DBS Bank, Singapore Mar 2023 - Mar 2025

Software Consultant

• Collaborated with clients to assess business requirements, identify software needs, and provide tailored technology solutions that align with strategic goals.

• Designed and developed software solutions, including custom applications, system integra- tions, and cloud-based

solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and user-friendliness.

• Led cross-functional teams in the implementation of software solutions, ensuring projects were delivered on time and met clients’ expectations.

• Maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates and offer- ing expert advice on how technology could be leveraged to solve business problems.

• Oversaw the integration of third-party systems and APIs, ensuring seamless communica- tion between various software solutions.

• Managed multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring that deadlines, budgets, and client satisfaction goals were met.

• Created comprehensive technical documentation and conducted training sessions for clients’ teams to ensure smooth transitions and effective use of new systems.

• Assessed clients’ existing software systems and recommended optimizations to improve performance, reduce costs, and increase efficiency. Matrixcare India Private Limited, Chennai Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 Senior Software Engineer I

• Led the design and implementation of a highly scalable microservices architecture, improv- ing system performance.

• Collaborated with product managers and cross-functional teams to define software require- ments, translating them into technical solutions.

• Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, leading to a improvement in code quality and

maintainability.

• Mentored and provided technical guidance to a team of junior engineers, fostering skill de- velopment and promoting knowledge-sharing within the team.

• Developed and optimized RESTful APIs to handle over requests per second, achieving an increase in system

performance.

Ernst and Young, Chennai Mar 2021 - Dec 2022

Senior Technical Lead

• Led a team of developers in the design, development, and deployment of high-quality soft- ware applications and

systems, ensuring alignment with client and business requirements.

• Designed and architected complex, scalable software systems, focusing on performance, security, and maintainability.

• Collaborated with senior management and product teams to define technical roadmaps, ensuring that the technical strategy aligned with the business goals and customer needs.

• Conducted regular code reviews, providing feedback to junior and mid-level engineers to improve code quality,

maintainability, and scalability.

• Led efforts to optimize system performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing so- lutions that increased speed and reduced costs.

• Regularly communicated project status, risks, and technical challenges to stakeholders, en- suring transparency and fostering a collaborative environment.

• Identified technical risks early in the development process and took proactive steps to mit- igate them, ensuring project timelines were met without sacrificing quality. Tata Consultancy Services, Chennai Jan 2018 - Mar 2021 Assistant Consultant [ Client : CITIBANK ]

• Supported project management efforts by tracking project timelines, milestones, and deliv- erables.

• Acted as a liaison between the client and the consulting team, ensuring clear communica- tion, tracking progress, and addressing client questions and concerns.

• Assisted in the analysis of existing workflows and business processes, identifying areas for optimization and

contributing to the development of solutions to improve efficiency.

• Helped prepare presentations, reports, and deliverables for client meetings, ensuring all in- formation was accurate and aligned with client goals.

• Created dashboards and visualizations to present data findings to clients, helping them un- derstand key insights and inform decision-making.

HCL Technologies, Chennai Apr 2016 - Jan 2018

Lead Engineer [ Client : CISCO ]

• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to deliver complex software products on time and within budget.

• Guided and mentored a team of engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

• Oversaw technical design and development of new product features, ensuring adherence to best practices in coding, testing, and version control.

• Implemented continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, which decreased the time required for deployment and improved delivery speed. WIPRO Technologies, Chennai May 2012 - Apr 2016

Senior Software Engineer [ Client : CITIBANK ]

• Wrote clean, efficient, and maintainable code in [programming languages] for various soft- ware applications.

• Participated in designing and developing new features based on customer feedback, im- proving user experience and customer satisfaction.

• Contributed to the development of unit tests, integration tests, and participated in end-to- end testing, ensuring

high-quality releases.

• Optimized SQL queries and database interactions, reducing query execution time. EDUCATION

• Master of Business Administration (General), Pondicherry University (Aug, 2011 - Jun, 2013)

• Bachelor of Technology (Information Technology), Anna University (Aug, 2008 - May, 2011) CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified: Web Component Development using .Net Technologies (May, 2011)

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals AZ-900 (May, 2022)

• Scrum Alliance: CSM Certified Scrum Master (Feb, 2022)

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