Senior Software Engineer - Data & Automation Expert
Resume:
Priya Paulraj
Software Engineer
****.*******@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience delivering data-driven solutions across data engineering, application development, and quality assurance. Proven track record of optimizing data pipelines, reducing processing time, and improving system reliability using SQL, Java, JavaScript, and Snowflake. Experienced in automation, cloud data integration, and performance tuning, with a strong ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Combines analytical expertise with creative problem-solving to drive efficiency, accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Project Delivery Senior Analyst
Deloitte April 2024 – October 2025
Technical Environment: SQL, Teradata, Snowflake, Oracle, Java, JavaScript, GCP, Unix, GitHub, Elite ERP, Iguana, IntelliJ, VS Code, Linux, GitHub CoPilot, JIRA, ServiceNow, Confluence
Engineered scalable data integration pipelines using Snowflake, Teradata, and SQL Server, improving data availability and reliability for downstream reporting systems.
Automated application integration workflows using Java, reducing manual processing effort and increasing operational efficiency.
Developed JavaScript-based validation logic, improving data accuracy and reducing front-end data errors.
Optimized complex SQL queries and ETL processes, reducing query execution time and enhancing reporting performance.
Designed and implemented bulk data ingestion pipelines from GCP into Snowflake, enabling efficient handling of high-volume datasets.
Automated recurring data updates (daily, monthly, quarterly) using BTEQ and shell scripts, eliminating manual intervention and improving data consistency.
Reduced batch processing time by ~87% (12 hours 1.5 hours) by leveraging GitHub Copilot to optimize automation workflows and refactor scripts.
Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver data solutions aligned with business requirements, improving project turnaround time.
Performed unit and regression testing, ensuring high data accuracy and minimizing production defects.
Resolved production incidents through root cause analysis, reducing system downtime and improving stability.
Supported Agile delivery cycles, contributing to on-time releases through effective use of GitHub and JIRA.
Composition Quality Assurance Administrator
Pearson October 2021 – March 2024 (Full-Time, Recurring Seasonal Role)
Technical Environment: Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, JIRA, Abbi, Microsoft Office Suite
Executed end-to-end QA for digital and print assessment content, ensuring high accuracy and compliance with accessibility standards.
Identified and resolved content and formatting defects, improving overall product quality and reducing rework cycles.
Designed and executed test cases, increasing validation coverage across multiple delivery formats.
Logged and tracked defects in JIRA, accelerating issue resolution through effective collaboration with developers and stakeholders.
Supported regression testing cycles, ensuring consistency across updated content versions.
Recommended workflow improvements that reduced QA cycle times and enhanced team efficiency.
Contributed to Agile processes, helping teams meet tight publishing deadlines with high-quality outputs.
Freelance Graphic Designer (Part-Time)
Mastery Prep February 2023 – December 2023
Technical Environment: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, SharePoint, GitLab
Designed academic content layouts and templates, improving content readability and user engagement.
Streamlined design workflows through reusable templates, reducing production time and ensuring brand consistency.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality educational materials on schedule.
Electronics Assembly & Test Technician
Aurora Multimedia January 2021 – September 2021
Performed assembly and QA testing of multimedia electronics, ensuring adherence to engineering and quality standards.
Identified defects during testing, improving product reliability and reducing post-production issues.
Independent Contractor – Book, eBook & Cover Designer
Self-Employed February 2016 – December 2023 (Freelance / Part-Time)
Technical Environment: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Calibre, HTML, CSS
Collaborated with self-published authors to assess creative needs and bring their vision to life through compelling cover designs.
Researched and sourced genre-appropriate images aligned with each author’s concept and branding.
Designed book interiors and covers in compliance with Amazon KDP and IngramSpark specifications and aesthetic standards.
Provided expert guidance on design solutions, artwork, typography, paper selection, and cover materials.
Performed precise pagination and layout design, maintaining close collaboration with authors throughout production.
Prepared multiple design specifications for final print publication across various book and novel formats.
Converted print design files (InDesign, PDF, MS Word) into eBook formats, including reflowable and fixed-layout EPUB 2/3.
Utilized HTML, CSS, and Calibre to refine and enhance eBook formatting.
Developed eBooks with complex footnotes, endnotes, and references while maintaining structural integrity.
Assisted self-publishing authors in uploading manuscripts and covers to Amazon KDP and IngramSpark.
Managed multiple concurrent projects, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Programming & Scripting: Java, JavaScript (ES6), SQL, PL/SQL, Shell Scripting
Databases: Snowflake, Teradata, Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL
Data & Cloud: GCP, AWS, SnowSQL, BTEQ, Data Integration, Star Schema Modeling
Tools: GitHub, GitLab, JIRA, ServiceNow, IntelliJ, VS Code
QA & Productivity: SharePoint, Abbi, Microsoft Office Suite
Design: Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Calibre
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Communication
Pondicherry Engineering College 2002
Certifications & Training
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Fundamentals for Beginners
GCP Data Engineer Certification Training
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