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Akhil S. Menon

Summary

Results-driven Mainframe Software Developer with a proven track record of delivering robust solutions in complex project environments. Expertise in team leadership, process optimization, and fostering strong client relationships enhances project outcomes and drives efficiency. Commitment to continuous learning ensures alignment with the latest technology trends, enabling the development of innovative solutions. Eager to contribute skills and experience in a dynamic, challenging role within a leading multinational corporation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

Experian India Pvt Ltd
09.2025 - Current
  • Designed and maintained mainframe-based identity and fraud systems, providing clients with a range of tailored solutions for customer validation.
  • Managed the end-to-end delivery of KYCBUREAU, a flagship Know Your Customer (KYC) product, ensuring effective identity verification for financial institutions and other clients.
  • Leveraged a deep understanding of credit bureau operations to enhance and optimize fraud detection capabilities.


Skills Used: COBOL, IMS DB/DC, JCL,, DB2, REXX, CICS

Senior Software Engineer

Elevance Health
01.2022 - 05.2024
  • Company 1: Legato Health Technology - SSE1
  • Company 2: Carelon Global Solutions - SSE2
  • Company 3: IBM - Application Developer


Project: Wellpoint Group Systems (WGS) Domain: Healthcare Description : Managed extraction and processing of claim files within Anthem Healthcare System.

Successfully automated legacy applications, resulting in a $2 million increase in portfolio revenue.

Led a team of three associates, achieving four major project deliveries within ve months, with zero code defects.

Received training in Python, Numpy, and Pandas, applying acquired skills to modernization projects within the Claims Application domain.

Successfully Migrated Provider Database as part of a migration initiative to make the edit processing faster.

Skills Used: COBOL, IMS DB/DC, JCL, VSAM, DB2, REXX, CIC

Lead Consultant

Optimum Info System
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Modernized 40+ year-old legacy Lease Purchase System (LPS) for oil lease processing.
  • Managed integration of input from the ticketing system for payment processing and taxation.
  • Spearheaded automation efforts, enhancing efficiency by 5% across legacy systems.
  • Contributed to the overall improvement of Lease Purchase System operations.
  • Skills Used: COBOL, IMS DB/DC, JCL, VSAM, DB2, REXX, CICS, TELON
  • Client: Royal Dutch Shell
  • Project: Lease Purchase System (LPS)
  • Domain: Oil and Gas

Module Lead

Mphasis Ltd
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Orchestrated deployment of a complex system for processing credit transactions, including dispute and repayment transactions using Mainframe technology including Assemblers.
  • Implemented a robust tagging system to categorize primary and secondary card transactions, ensuring dispute and repayment handling accuracy.
  • Streamlined dispute resolution processes, optimizing efficiency and accuracy in transaction management.
  • Skills Used: COBOL, IMS DB/DC, JCL, VSAM, DB2, REXX, CICS, PYTHON, NUMPY, PANDAS
  • Client: JPMorgan Chase & Co
  • Project: Lease Purchase System (LPS)
  • Domain: Banking and Finance

Senior Software Engineer

Legato Health Technologies
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Spearheaded development of 2 new test regions, enhancing testing capabilities.
  • Led code modifications and new application creation to meet evolving market demands.
  • Successfully managed 3 major releases, ensuring end-to-end responsibility for project delivery.
  • Conducted knowledge transfer sessions on latest mainframe tools to improve team proficiency.
  • Leveraged automation tools and REXX expertise to enhance operational efficiency and add value to business processes.
  • Client: Elevance Health
  • Project: Wellpoint Dental System(WDS)
  • Domain: Healthcare

Systems Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
02.2014 - 12.2019
  • Translated Business Requirement Documents into Functional Designs, streamlining development processes.
  • Developed and maintained mainframe applications in COBOL, implemented DB2 schema modifications, and enhanced online interfaces using CICS and Assemblers.
  • Provided timely resolution to service tickets and requests, ensuring minimal disruption to operations, supported seamless deployments and offered on-call assistance during critical production phases.
  • Managed IBM Mainframe-based Common Membership System, utilizing DB2, CICS, COBOL II, and EGL.
  • Facilitated healthcare records management across regions, including services, benefits, and member eligibility.
  • Streamlined premium billing, payment recording, and data sharing with applications like General Ledger.
  • 1. Client: American Express (AmEx), US
  • Project: GRMS (Global Risk Management System)
  • Domain: Banking and Finance
  • 2. Client: Kaiser Hospitals, US
  • Project: CMS (Common Membership System)
  • Domain: Healthcare

Education

B.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Vidya Academy of Science and Technology

XIIth - Computer Science

IES Public School
01.2009

Xth - undefined

IES Public School
01.2007

Skills

    Mainframe Skills

  • COBOL, JCL, SQL - DB2, VSAM, IMS DB, CICS, REXX, TELON, PL/I, ASSEMBLER
  • Tools

  • CHANGEMAN, ENDEVOR, FILE-AID, CONTROL-M, OPC, ABENDAID, EXPEDITER
  • Other Skills

  • PYTHON, NUMPY, PANDAS

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer

Experian India Pvt Ltd
09.2025 - Current

Senior Software Engineer

Elevance Health
01.2022 - 05.2024

Lead Consultant

Optimum Info System
08.2021 - 12.2021

Module Lead

Mphasis Ltd
04.2021 - 08.2021

Senior Software Engineer

Legato Health Technologies
01.2020 - 04.2021

Systems Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
02.2014 - 12.2019

XIIth - Computer Science

IES Public School

Xth - undefined

IES Public School

B.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering

Vidya Academy of Science and Technology

Awards

Star of the Month Award, Recognized by TCS client for exceeding expectations.
Akhil S. Menon