Astha Rawat
Mainframe Developer
Pune
Summary
Mainframe Developer with over five years of experience in core Mainframe technologies, including COBOL, JCL, and DB2, consistently delivering high-quality, scalable solutions within strict deadlines. Proficient in Agile methodologies, with a strong focus on troubleshooting, debugging, and optimizing business logic to enhance system performance. Extensive experience managing large-scale migration projects and specialized Hogan applications for banking sector clients, demonstrating adaptability to complex environments and driving successful project outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mainframe Developer
Tata Consultancy Services
07.2023 - Current
- Lead migration projects by performing system analysis, rigorous data validation, and conversion, ensuring a smooth transition and data integrity across platforms in the Royal Bank of Canada.
- Developed and maintained robust COBOL programs essential for supporting critical business logic and complex data processing requirements.
- Improved application scalability and performance by refactoring the existing codebase and optimizing resource utilization, leading to enhanced system efficiency by 60%.
- Actively engaged in Agile development processes, including contributing key insights during sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Collaborated effectively with stakeholders to prepare and finalize cutover plans for major releases, minimizing downtime risk.
- Streamlined testing efforts by rapidly troubleshooting and debugging complex code issues across the development lifecycle.
- Participated in extensive code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers to ensure adherence to coding standards, and continuous quality improvement.
- Designed and developed robust COBOL programs, resulting in improved operational productivity.
Senior Software Engineer
Capgemini Technology Services
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Worked extensively on Hogan applications for Australia, New Zealand Bank (ANZ), specializing in backend business logic and secure database interactions.
- Provided key assistance in the development and maintenance of core mainframe applications, built on the specialized Hogan architecture.
- Enhanced overall software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues, significantly contributing to application stability.
- Collaborated closely with senior developers to ensure strict adherence to best practices, and enterprise-level coding standards.
Software Engineer – QA
Capgemini Technology Services
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed the end-to-end bug tracking and project visibility using JIRA, acting as a key liaison between the development and product teams.
- Successfully reduced product defects by accurately reporting, tracking, and verifying fixes using robust bug-tracking systems.
- Conducted detailed API testing using the POSTMAN tool.
- Prepared comprehensive test plans and execution scenarios as per the Waterfall model, ensuring thorough application coverage.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
Arya Institute of Engineering, Technology And Management
Rajasthan 04.2001 -
Skills
Mainframe Technologies: COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, IBM Utilities
Timeline
Mainframe Developer
Tata Consultancy Services
07.2023 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
Capgemini Technology Services
01.2022 - 06.2023
Software Engineer – QA
Capgemini Technology Services
11.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science
Arya Institute of Engineering, Technology And Management
04.2001 -