Amar Sonwani
Vice President - Full Stack
Pune
Summary
17+ years of hands-on experience as a Technical Lead and Individual Contributor, specializing in Java/J2EE, full-stack development (React/Angular), and cloud-native engineering. Certified across AWS, Azure, and Oracle Cloud with deep expertise in OpenShift, Kubernetes, Helm, and Terraform. Strong background in automation, TDD, and scalable platform engineering. Proven domain expertise in Banking, Commodity Trading, and Market Risk, with extensive onsite engagement across Europe. Agile-driven leader (SCRUM, SAFe, Kanban) delivering high-impact, enterprise-grade solutions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Vice President
DEUTSCHE BANK
08.2018 - Current
- Led a global team of 14 developers and QA engineers, driving engineering excellence and high-quality delivery across the Riskfinder stress-testing platform.
- Drove architecture decisions, feature development, and platform strategy.
- Reduced tech debt and maintained the technology roadmap and backlog.
- Removed delivery blockers and strengthened team productivity and collaboration.
- Promoted an innovation-focused culture across the engineering team.
- Led migration to OpenShift, creating reusable Helm charts and training the team.
- Built a structured knowledge base for efficient knowledge sharing.
Java Lead (Lead Consultant)
ITC INFOTECH LTD
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Built a complete Mortgage Management Platform from scratch for Harrods Bank, acting as the sole developer & architect across design, development, deployment, and go-live support.
- Developed an Integration Gateway enabling seamless bi-directional data flow between multiple systems, synchronizing transactional data between CTRM (Commodity XL) and SAP ERP for Saras Trading S.P.A.
Senior Software Developer
TRIPLE POINT TECHNOLOGY
06.2010 - 05.2015
- Enhanced the Commodity XL (CXL) multi-commodity trading and risk platform by analyzing requirements, implementing new features, and improving system performance.
- Delivered full-cycle development including coding, unit testing, debugging, and production support for front-to-back office workflows.
- Collaborated with product teams to refine business requirements and ensure high-quality, regulatory-compliant releases.
- Improved platform stability by resolving critical defects and optimizing key components used across global trading operations.
Software Developer
REFLEXIS SYSTEMS INC.
11.2008 - 06.2010
- Contributed to the development and enhancement of Reflexis Task Manager, a web-based retail task and workforce management platform.
- Delivered end-to-end feature development, including requirement analysis, design, coding, unit testing, and performance improvements.
- Provided application maintenance and production support across diverse client environments.
- Collaborated with global clients to resolve functional queries, gather change requests, and ensure smooth rollout of updates.
System Engineer
NIHILENT TECHNOLOGIES
04.2008 - 11.2008
- Contributed to the development of Nihilent Information Management System (NIMS), an internal ERP platform.
- Worked on the Opportunity module, handling requirement analysis, database design, feature development, and unit testing.
- Provided maintenance and support for multiple modules, resolving defects and improving system reliability.
- Prepared key project documents including SRS, detailed design documentation, and release notes.
Education
DAC - Diploma in Advance Computing
CDAC PUNE
01.2008
BTech - Computer Sc.
CDLMEC, KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY
01.2007
Skills
Core Java
Certification
SAFe 4 for Teams Practitioner
Interests
ONLINE SHOPPING, TECH GADGETS, CARS
AWARDS
AWARD - CDAC Best Student Award., CDAC — 2008, AWARD, Pat on the back Award – Reflexis Inc - 2010, SPOT Award - ITC Infotech – 2017, Most Valuable Lead Consultant ( Pune ) Nomination- ITC Infotech – 2017, Engineering Leadership Award - Deutsche Bank – 2023
Timeline
Vice President
DEUTSCHE BANK
08.2018 - Current
Java Lead (Lead Consultant)
ITC INFOTECH LTD
05.2015 - 08.2018
Senior Software Developer
TRIPLE POINT TECHNOLOGY
06.2010 - 05.2015
Software Developer
REFLEXIS SYSTEMS INC.
11.2008 - 06.2010
System Engineer
NIHILENT TECHNOLOGIES
04.2008 - 11.2008
DAC - Diploma in Advance Computing
CDAC PUNE
BTech - Computer Sc.
CDLMEC, KURUKSHETRA UNIVERSITY