AMIT SHARAD KULKARNI
SQL DEVELOPER / CBS DATA MIGRATION
Kalyan
Summary
Core Banking Data Migration Specialist with over 17 years of experience in executing end-to-end data migration projects for financial institutions. Expertise in legacy-to-core banking system transitions, data mapping, transformation, validation, reconciliation, and compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in using SQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and data quality frameworks. Proven ability to work across cross-functional teams to ensure smooth system cutovers and zero data loss.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Principal SDE
M2P Fintech
10.2019 - Current
- Team Management: Responsible for project and task allocation, providing ongoing support and guidance to team members, to ensure timely and efficient delivery.
- Developed complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and scripts for banking data migration.
- Designed scalable ETL pipelines for extraction, transformation, cleansing, and loading.
- Tuned SQL queries and optimized database performance for large-volume datasets.
- Created data validation frameworks using SQL scripts, and automated reconciliation checks.
- Designed relational data models and created DDL scripts for new modules.
- Performed deep data profiling using SQL for accurate source-to-target mapping.
- Managed SQL-based data extraction, transformation, and processing for 40+ CBS migration projects.
- Led database teams, code reviews, and SQL standards implementation.
- Supported production cutovers through SQL-based delta loads, patch scripts, and fixes.
- Designed and implemented robust data conversion strategies, methodologies, and architectural frameworks.
- Provided regular project status updates to the Project Manager and key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and transparency.
- Led cross-functional technical teams, ensuring accountability, collaboration, and the delivery of high-quality outcomes.
- Supported solution deployment, including detailed cutover planning and execution, ensuring minimal business disruption.
- Ensured business continuity through seamless, accurate data migration processes.
- Successfully led the migration of data for over 40 cooperative banks and small finance banks to a new core banking system (CBS) platform.
- Demonstrated strong client relationship management skills, effectively handling stakeholder expectations and communication.
- Extensive experience in managing and executing large-scale, high-impact data migration initiatives.
- Selected to oversee international core banking migration projects, highlighting trust in leadership, and expertise.
- Actively contributed to every project as a key team member, offering continuous support throughout all phases.
Assistant Manager
Shamrao Vithal Co-Operative Bank
10.2009 - 09.2019
- Program Implementation & Project Management
- Successfully implemented software systems, tools, and business processes—consistently delivering projects on time, within scope, and budget.
- Defined project scope and developed comprehensive project plans; monitored progress and ensured alignment with objectives.
- Led cross-functional technical teams and took full ownership of project deliverables and outcomes.
- Coordinated the creation of functional specifications and ensured alignment with business needs.
- Set up and monitored business processes to ensure smooth and effective software implementation.
- Conducted risk planning and mitigation activities to minimize project disruptions.
- Managed cross-functional communication and conflict resolution to ensure project cohesion.
- Quality Management
- Led the preparation, execution, and monitoring of user acceptance testing (UAT), including test plans, test cases, issue tracking, and resolution.
- Maintained clear communication across internal teams and external vendors to ensure quality deliverables.
- Data Migration
- Designed and implemented data conversion strategies, methodologies, and architectural frameworks.
- Led technical teams to execute complex data migration projects with accountability for successful outcomes.
- Ensured seamless data migration with no disruption to business continuity.
- Pre-/Post-Sales Support & Customer Engagement
- Responded to RFPs and coordinated business analysis and client presentations.
- Prepared project proposals, including GAP analysis coordination and preliminary implementation planning.
- Successfully led the data conversion for 20 Cooperative Banks into a new Core Banking System (CBS).
- Conducted detailed reviews of transactions, business processes, documents, and policies to ensure operational accuracy and effectiveness.
- Monitored project costs, resource utilization, and collections; implemented performance improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations; presented findings and recommendations to senior management.
- Identified business development opportunities and provided strategic consulting to clients on financial and operational matters.
- Kept current with industry trends and mentored team members to foster growth and maximize their potential.
L1 Server Support Engineer
Network Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (an IBM Company)
09.2007 - 03.2009
- Key Highlights
- Genius Implementation (Non-ASP Banks): Set up server and client environments, including database creation/restoration, Genius software installation, and configuration.
- Bank Charges Implementation: Successfully implemented recurring charge structures (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual) for client banks, including SMS alerts, minimum balance fees, incidental charges, folio charges, etc.
- Demonstrated expertise in customer service management, process optimization, and strong relationship-building with client banks.
Desktop Engineer
Fairsys InfoTech
04.2006 - 12.2007
Education
Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com) -
Pune University
Pune01.2003
Class XIIth (HSC) -
Maharashtra Board
Pune01.1999
Class Xth (SSC) -
Maharashtra Board
Pune01.1997
Skills
Core Banking Database Expertise: TCS BancsLink, M2P Turing CBS, C-Edge BaNCS24, Infosys Finacle, Oracle Flexcube, TCS/Finastra BaNCS, InfrasoftTech OMNIEnterprise, Nelito Systems, VSoft Iris, Virmati CBS
Programming & Database: SQL, Oracle Database, PostgreSQL, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Data Engineering: ETL Processes, Data Migration, Data Warehouse Data Quality, Management, Data Validation, Data Reconciliation
Certification
Microsoft Certified Professional (M.C.P.)
SUMMARY OF SKILLS
- A competent and versatile IT professional with extensive experience in Core Banking Systems and specialized skills in the following areas:
- Data Migration Strategy & Execution: Expertise in legacy database migrations and hands-on experience with platforms such as Finacle, C-Edge, SVC-Genius, Trust, Kiya.ai, and Fin Core, FIS.
- Overseas Core Banking System Migration: Proven track record in managing and executing cross-border core banking migration projects.
- Database Technologies: Proficient in Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL.
- Data Migration Expertise: Skilled in planning, executing, and managing complex data migration projects with a focus on minimizing operational disruption and preserving data integrity.
- Data Quality Assurance: Strong ability to conduct thorough data quality checks, identify and resolve discrepancies, and ensure high standards of data accuracy and reliability.
- Developed complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and scripts for banking data migration.
Timeline
Principal SDE
M2P Fintech
10.2019 - Current
Assistant Manager
Shamrao Vithal Co-Operative Bank
10.2009 - 09.2019
L1 Server Support Engineer
Network Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (an IBM Company)
09.2007 - 03.2009
Desktop Engineer
Fairsys InfoTech
04.2006 - 12.2007
Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com) -
Pune University
Class XIIth (HSC) -
Maharashtra Board
Class Xth (SSC) -
Maharashtra Board