Ananda Rao Jala
Hyderabad
Summary
Senior Android developer with over 11 years of experience in creating scalable and secure mobile applications within fintech and enterprise sectors. Currently leading mobile engineering at KFin Technologies, focusing on end-to-end app lifecycle security compliance and managing Play Store and App Store releases. Proficient in Kotlin, MVVM architecture, and secure design principles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Lead
Kfintechnologies
Hyderabad
07.2018 - Current
- Spearheaded mobile app development for fintech platforms targeting large-scale user bases.
- Facilitated end-to-end delivery processes, encompassing requirement gathering, development, testing, release, and support.
- Managed play store and app store deployments, overseeing versioning and production releases to ensure seamless updates.
- Coordinated product backend QA and security teams to ensure timely project delivery.
- Executed VAPT fixes including root detection for compromised devices and implemented SSL pinning to secure API communication.
- Utilised Crashlytics insights to enhance app stability and performance significantly.
- Designed white-label app architecture for diverse client needs, ensuring scalability and adaptability.
Android Developer
Previous Experience
Hyderabad
02.2014 - 06.2017
- Assisted startups and product teams in delivering mobile applications across e-commerce, IoT, and media domains.
- Supported the creation of an audio streaming platform with subscription-based features.
- Contributed to the development of a location-based discovery app combining maps and offers.
- Helped implement an IoT-based worker tracking system with Bluetooth integration.
- Aided in building an e-commerce mobile application.
Education
B.tech
Ramachandra College of Engineering
Eluru, AP2012
Skills
- Programming languages: Kotlin and Java
- Architectural patterns: MVVM and clean architecture
- Android frameworks: SDK and Jetpack (Compose, LiveData, ViewModel)
- Room persistence and SQLite
- Networking protocols: REST APIs, Retrofit, and OkHttp
- Security measures: SSL pinning, root detection, VAPT compliance, ProGuard/R8 obfuscation
- Cloud services: Firebase (Crashlytics, Analytics, Cloud Messaging)
- Fintech integrations: Razorpay and Billdesk payment gateways
- Deployment management: Play Store and App Store console
Timeline
Project Lead
Kfintechnologies
07.2018 - Current
Android Developer
Previous Experience
02.2014 - 06.2017
B.tech
Ramachandra College of Engineering