Pranav Dhundhia

Company Overview: Innovative currency solutions for your business. In CaxtonFX, we have two main sides of the product called Currency Cards and International Payments.

Website: https://www.caxtonfx.com/.

• Led end-to-end migration of a mission-critical FinTech platform from a tightly coupled monolithic architecture to a scalable, resilient, microservices-based solution using Azure Service Fabric and Azure Functions, reducing system downtime by 40%.
• Modernized legacy .NET Framework applications by upgrading to .NET Core, resulting in a 35% performance improvement and a 25% reduction in hosting costs through optimized resource usage in Azure.
• Decomposed core financial services (e.g., payment processing, risk scoring, and customer onboarding) into containerized microservices, improving deployment frequency and fault isolation.
• Defined and implemented a secure and automated CI/CD pipeline using Azure DevOps, enabling zero-downtime deployments, and faster feature releases (from bi-weekly to weekly).
• Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver complex technology projects within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Increased team productivity through effective collaboration, clear communication, and regular progress updates.
• Developed serverless components using Azure Functions for real-time transaction validations, reducing compute overhead by 30% for non-critical, asynchronous workloads.
• Ensured high availability and fault tolerance through Service Fabric clusters with active monitoring, achieving 99.98% system uptime post-migration.
• Conducted detailed feasibility assessments, data migration planning, and performance benchmarking, aligning with compliance requirements (real-time fraud scoring with rules and monitoring payments).
• Provided hands-on leadership across development, testing, and deployment phases, while mentoring a cross-functional team of three or more engineers.
• Optimized performance by implementing caching strategies, asynchronous messaging with Azure Service Bus, and distributed logging, improving transaction throughput by 45%.
• Managed production support and incident response with SLA adherence, reducing critical issue resolution time by 50% through improved observability and diagnostics.
• Worked closely with stakeholders and compliance teams to ensure a smooth transition with zero data loss and full audit traceability during migration.

Phoenix Sterling is a recognized leader in enabling clients to expand market reach and enhance customer experience through innovative digital solutions.

• Collaborated closely with stakeholders and project managers to gather, analyze, and validate complex client requirements.
• Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
• Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
• Conducted feasibility studies and R&D to evaluate potential solutions and technologies, focusing on Azure Cloud capabilities and .NET Core frameworks.
• Proposed scalable, cloud-native architectural solutions that align with client business goals and technical constraints.
• Delivered accurate project estimations, planning, and scheduling in alignment with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Designed and developed enterprise-grade applications using .NET Core, C#, Entity Framework, Azure App Services, Azure Functions, and SQL Server.
• Deployed and maintained applications across staging and production environments using Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
• Led unit, integration, and performance testing to ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance optimization.
• Actively managed change requests and delivered timely technical support, adhering to SLAs and client expectations.
• Provided regular project status updates, and participated in client meetings and technical discussions.
• Implemented performance tuning strategies, and conducted code reviews to ensure best practices and maintainability.

SiriusDecisions is a leading B2B consulting firm that helps businesses expand their market presence through strategic insights and expert guidance.
Websites: siriusdecisions.com, siriusdecisions.marketplace.com.

• Collaborated with managers and stakeholders to gather and analyze business and technical requirements for B2B consulting platforms.
• Conducted feasibility studies and R&D to evaluate potential solutions and emerging technologies.
• Proposed and implemented efficient, scalable, and maintainable software solutions based on industry best practices.
• Prepared development estimates, and contributed to sprint planning and task breakdowns within Agile development cycles.
• Designed, developed, and maintained robust applications, ensuring long-term code stability and adherence to performance benchmarks.
• Integrated modern technologies into existing systems, improving application capabilities, and overall system efficiency.
• Executed end-to-end testing processes, including unit, integration, and system-level testing, to ensure quality and reliability.
• Managed deployments across staging and production environments with minimal downtime and robust version control practices.
• Responded to change requests and collaborated across teams to deliver timely updates and bug fixes.
• Provided regular project updates, participated in daily stand-ups, and contributed to continuous improvement discussions.
• Performed performance tuning and optimization to ensure applications met required speed and scalability benchmarks.

BOS Automotive delivers intelligent solutions for automotive sales representatives, enabling real-time access to customer information, and streamlined communication.

• Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, translating them into scalable, maintainable technical solutions.
• Led feasibility studies and research initiatives to evaluate new technologies, and assess implementation viability.
• Proposed and implemented optimal technology stacks and system architectures tailored to business needs.
• Estimated development efforts, defined project timelines, and coordinated with cross-functional teams for efficient project delivery.
• Designed, developed, and maintained robust applications using modern frameworks and tools, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Conducted thorough unit and integration testing to ensure software quality and compliance with functional requirements.
• Deployed applications to staging and production environments with proper release management and rollback strategies.
• Managed change requests and enhancements while maintaining system stability and backward compatibility.
• Delivered daily progress reports, participated in status meetings, and ensured transparency across teams and stakeholders.
• Optimized application performance and resolved critical technical issues under tight timelines.

Business Management System Project: Developed and maintained a comprehensive business management system designed to handle client operations, including Sales, Inventory, Purchases, Invoicing, and Payments.

Collaborated with team leaders to gather, analyze, and refine complex business and technical requirements.

• Designed and developed web-based modules for core business operations, ensuring scalability, and user-friendly interfaces.
• Delivered end-to-end solutions, including requirement analysis, estimation, coding, testing, and deployment to production environments.
• Built responsive UI components using HTML, CSS, and custom layout designs for a seamless user experience.
• Conducted unit and integration testing to validate the functionality and performance of system modules.
• Handled change requests and implemented enhancements to meet evolving client needs.
• Participated in deployment planning and executed rollouts with minimal disruption to business operations.
• Contributed to ongoing performance tuning and code optimization for better system efficiency and maintainability.
• Saved time and resources by identifying and fixing bugs before product deployment.
• Improved software efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving coding issues.

Developed a web-based platform enabling businesses to automate operations and streamline collaboration between designers, artists, and business owners.

• Worked closely with team leaders and stakeholders to gather, analyze, and clarify complex business and technical requirements.
• Designed and developed intuitive, responsive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, and custom layout frameworks to enhance usability and accessibility.
• Delivered full-cycle development, including requirement analysis, estimation, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Upgraded legacy codebases to meet modern development standards, significantly improving system functionality and maintainability.
• Conducted thorough testing (unit and integration) to ensure high-quality, bug-free releases.
• Handled change requests efficiently, adapting to evolving project needs without compromising quality or timelines.
• Collaborated with cross-functional team members, promoting a positive and productive development environment through strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Contributed to system deployments, and monitored post-release performance to ensure operational stability.

Inventory Management & Reporting System
Contributed to the development of modules (reports and forms) tailored to client requirements for recording and managing inventory purchases and sales.

• Collaborated with team leaders to gather, analyze, and document detailed business and technical requirements related to inventory workflows.
• Designed and developed interactive modules to capture, display, and manage purchase and sales data effectively.
• Created dynamic, user-friendly interfaces using WPF and XAML, with a focus on intuitive layout and user experience.
• Provided accurate time and effort estimations to support project planning and resource allocation.
• Implemented full development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, debugging, and deployment.
• Conducted unit and integration testing to ensure system reliability and data accuracy.
• Managed change requests and updates based on evolving client feedback and business needs.
• Ensured timely deployment to production with minimal downtime, and post-deployment support.

Web Application Support and Development: Provided development and support for web applications featuring CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) functionalities to enhance client business processes.

• Collaborated with team leaders and stakeholders to understand and analyze client requirements, and translate them into technical specifications.
• Assisted in the design and development of responsive web pages using HTML, CSS, and effective layout design techniques.
• Delivered high-quality code for CRUD operations, ensuring seamless data management and user interaction.
• Performed thorough testing—including unit and integration tests—to verify application stability and functionality.
• Managed change requests, bug fixes, and feature enhancements to support evolving business needs.
• Provided ongoing technical support and troubleshooting to maintain smooth website operations.
• Prepared accurate time and resource estimates to facilitate project planning and delivery.
• Participated in deployment activities, ensuring successful releases with minimal disruption.