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AKSHAY DHANUKA

Hyderabad

Summary

Dynamic Senior Manager with a proven track record at ASCENDION, specializing in mobile application architecture and AI integration. Recognized for exceptional leadership and innovative solutions, including AI Pathfinder recognition in 2024. Expert in full-stack development and technical mentoring, driving successful cross-functional teams to deliver impactful enterprise solutions.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager

ASCENDION
04.2023 - Current
  • Lead architect for mobile applications using Kotlin and enterprise solutions
  • Drive multiple RFP initiatives and technical proposals for client acquisitions
  • Manage cross-functional engineering teams and deliver critical programs
  • Spearhead AI pathfinding projects earning CEO recognition in 2024
  • Lead client discussions and technical pursuits for key healthcare and enterprise accounts
  • Mentor technical teams and conduct advanced technical interviews
  • Key Achievements:
  • AI Pathfinder CEO Recognition (2024) for innovative AI integration
  • Project of the Year Runners-up (HP) (2024)
  • Circle Champion of the Year (2023) for exceptional team leadership
  • Iron Man Award (AI) - AURA recognition for empowering leadership with vision and resilience

Staff Engineer

NAGARRO
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Developed enterprise web applications using Angular 13+ and MongoDB for SIGMA business unit
  • Created 3 comprehensive portals for Admin, Logistics, and Customer departments
  • Implemented responsive design patterns and modern development practices
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless project delivery
  • Recognition:
  • Employee of the Month Award (November 2022)
  • Employee of the Month Award (January 2023)

Senior Associate-Projects

COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
06.2016 - 05.2022
  • Developed multiple hybrid mobile applications using IONIC 3 Framework for healthcare clients
  • Built AI-based chatbot for internal applications using Microsoft Bot Framework
  • Led development teams for 3+ years serving major healthcare clients
  • Implemented desktop-first development approach for web applications using Angular (2+) and Node.js
  • Provided technical leadership and innovative solutions to healthcare industry challenges
  • Key Projects & Achievements:
  • Healthcare Mobile Solutions: Developed device-independent hybrid applications with signed APK/IPA generation
  • E-Commerce Platform: Integrated Facebook login, push notifications, geolocation services, and Adobe Analytics
  • AI Chatbot Development: Created intelligent conversational interfaces for internal process automation
  • Team Leadership: Successfully managed development teams for 1+ years
  • Recognition:
  • Maverick of the Month Award (November 2017)
  • Performer of the Month Award (December 2018)

Education

Master of Science - Software Engineering

Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore
05.2016

Skills

  • Technical Leadership
  • Lead Architecture & System Design
  • Full-Stack Development
  • Mobile Application Development
  • AI/ML Integration
  • Chatbot Development
  • Cloud Solutions
  • DevOps
  • Technical Mentoring
  • Team Management
  • Frontend Development
  • Backend Development
  • Database Management
  • Data Mining
  • RxJS
  • JQuery
  • Adobe Analytics
  • Microsoft Bot Framework
  • HTML5
  • CSS3
  • Bootstrap
  • Prime NG
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript
  • Nodejs
  • Expressjs
  • RESTful APIs
  • IONIC Framework
  • Kotlin
  • Hybrid App Development
  • Cross-platform deployment
  • Google Maps API
  • Facebook SDK
  • Push Notifications
  • Geolocation Services
  • 3rd Party API Integration

Certifications Training

  • Certificate in JAVA Programming Language, NIIT Hyderabad
  • Data Mining with Weka, University of Waikato, New Zealand
  • Professional Internship, Sebiz Info Tech Ltd., Chandigarh

Signature Projects

  • AIQ Assessment Portals - Phase 1 (Current), Led successful implementation of standardization and data integrity initiatives. Achieved audit readiness and established beacon of excellence for the organization. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including Akshay Dhanuka and Bhomit Bhandari., AURA Collaboration Excellence Award
  • Node CLI & Component Library (Ascendion), Developed executable Command Line Interface using Node.js for automated project setup. Built organizational component library for accelerated development. Established contribution framework with automated quality gates. Implemented rule-based publishing system for component validation.
  • Healthcare Mobile Applications (Cognizant), Hybrid Mobile App for Health Insurance: IONIC Framework, Angular 4, MongoDB integration. E-Commerce Mobile Platform: Facebook login, push notifications, geolocation-based offers. Features Delivered: Adobe Analytics integration, 3D model viewer, local notifications. Deployment: Successfully generated signed APK (Android) and IPA (iOS) packages.
  • Enterprise Web Applications, Healthcare Client Portal: Angular 8, Node.js, Bootstrap with Google Maps integration. SIGMA Business Unit Platform: Angular 13+, Prime NG, MongoDB with multi-department portals. AI Chatbot Solution: Microsoft Bot Framework for internal process automation.

Leadership Mentorship

8+ years of technical experience with 3+ years in leadership roles, Mentorship Excellence award recipient for outstanding guidance and development, Circle Champion recognized for exceptional team leadership and collaboration, Active technical interviewer and talent acquisition contributor, Driver of engineering best practices and AI innovation initiatives, Proven track record in client relationship management and technical pursuits

Key Achievements Recognitions

AI Pathfinder CEO Recognition (2024), Project of the Year Runners-up (HP) (2024), TechXpert: Circles to the Power of AI - Experience Engineering Journey (2024), Circle Champion of the Year (2023), Best Project (Charter) - H2 (2023), Best Technical Screener (2023), Mentorship Excellence (2023), AURA Recognition Program, Iron Man Award (AI): Empowering leadership inspiring action with vision and resilience, Collaboration Excellence: Outstanding work on AIQ Assessment Portals Phase 1 success, "Impact Players" Book Gift from Prakash B with note: "Impressed by your leadership in critical programs and pursuits", Employee of the Month Awards (11/01/22, 01/01/23), Performer of the Month Award (12/01/18), Maverick of the Month Award (11/01/17)

Core Competencies

Lead Architecture & System Design, Full-Stack Development (Angular, Node.js, MongoDB), Mobile Application Development (IONIC, Kotlin), AI/ML Integration & Chatbot Development, Cloud Solutions & DevOps, Technical Mentoring & Team Management, Angular (2/4/8/13+), TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, Prime NG, Node.js, Express.js, RESTful APIs, IONIC Framework, Kotlin, Hybrid App Development, MongoDB, Data Mining, RxJS, jQuery, Adobe Analytics, Microsoft Bot Framework

Timeline

Senior Manager

ASCENDION
04.2023 - Current

Staff Engineer

NAGARRO
05.2022 - 04.2023

Senior Associate-Projects

COGNIZANT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS
06.2016 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Software Engineering

Vellore Institute of Technology
AKSHAY DHANUKA