Balakumar Rajadurai
Lead Android Developer
Chennai
Summary
Highly motivated and results-oriented Lead Android Developer with 12+ years of experience in designing, developing, and deploying high-quality mobile applications. Proven ability to lead and collaborate within cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions across diverse industries including travel, healthcare, finance, and retail. Expertise in the full app lifecycle, from concept to launch, with a strong focus on performance optimization and user experience. Adept at staying current with the latest industry trends and technologies. Possesses international work experience in Malaysia and Singapore.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Android Developer
Procyon Technostructure
4 2024 - Current
- Assumed full ownership of the product, ensuring alignment with client needs and strategic goals
- Actively engaged in client meetings to gather feedback and foster strong relationships
- Temporarily served as Product Owner, prioritizing the backlog and guiding the development team
- Collaborated closely with stakeholders to define product vision and requirements
- Analyzed market trends and user feedback to inform product enhancements and drive innovation
- Facilitated cross-functional communication to ensure project milestones were met effectively
- Mentored team members on best practices in product development and agile methodologies
Senior Mobile Engineer
Wego/GoQuo Sdn Bhd
6 2018 - 8 2022
- Engaged in detailed discussions with business analysts and project managers to grasp project scopes accurately, ensuring projects align with business objectives
- Developed, maintained existing Android apps, ensuring their continuous performance, relevance, and user satisfaction
- Conducted backlog grooming, sprint planning, and review & retrospective sessions following Agile scrum methodology to maintain project momentum and ensure continuous improvement
- Integrated event tracking and monitoring tools to analyze user behavior within Android apps, enabling data-driven decision-making and app optimization
- Supported Payment systems with multiple third-party integrations and payment SDKs
- Coordinated the upload of applications to the Google Play Store, facilitating their distribution and availability to a wide audience
- Handled the integration of new features into live apps and managed the upload of new builds, keeping applications up-to-date and improving user satisfaction
- Https://www.wego.com
Senior Software Engineer
Monstar Lab Pte Ltd
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Collaborated closely with product managers, designers, and QA teams to define project requirements and deliver user-centric solutions
- Actively participated in Agile development processes, consistently meeting sprint goals and deadlines
- Demonstrated proficiency in Git for version control and collaboration, ensuring code quality and integrity
- Investigated and resolved complex technical issues, optimizing app performance and stability
- Works with the backend team on API development and structure, ensuring seamless integration
- Incorporated analytics tools to track usage and performance metrics, enabling the team to make data-driven decisions
- Integrated APIs and third-party services to expand the functionality of the app and improve user engagement
- Actively participated in knowledge sharing sessions, fostering a culture of learning and development within the team
- The Skyline feature was initially implemented in Unity, but I transitioned it to native development to help the organization save costs, avoiding the need to hire a Unity developer for minor adjustments
- Achieved first place in the internal business workshop, earning a Kindle as the prize
- Secured the Runner-Up position in the prestigious Monstar Global Hackathon program, showcasing exceptional innovation and technical prowess
- Https://www.monstarlab.com
Software Developer
Green Packet Sdn Bhd
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Took the lead in creating Android apps from scratch, establishing base architecture and flow to ensure a solid foundation for development
- Played a key role in the development of application features and the user interface, enhancing user experience and engagement
- Spearheaded the development of a Digital Wallet Android application from inception, aiding the product team in meeting business objectives
- Successfully launched the app on the App Store within a six-month period, demonstrating efficient project execution
- Developed and maintained POS applications, incorporating 3rd party integrations and payment SDKs to enhance functionality and user experience
- Worked closely with vendors and partners to integrate their APIs and SDKs into the POS ecosystem, managing the entire integration lifecycle from requirements gathering to deployment
- Https://www.greenpacket.com
Software Developer
Mcom Network Sdn Bhd
10.2014 - 12.2016
- Innovated by creating new features for Android apps, enhancing the app's capabilities and user engagement
- Collaborated with senior developers to learn best practices in coding, debugging, and testing
- Provided prompt and professional responses to bug reports, maintaining app reliability and customer satisfaction
- Adopted Agile methodology for efficient project management, maintaining daily communication with the team lead to report progress and challenges
- Leveraged the Android SDK to create custom views and animations, enhancing the user experience
- Maintain documentation related to codebase, development processes, and project specifications
- Https://www.mcomnetwork.com
Software Engineer
RaKa Technologies Pvt Ltd
06.2012 - 09.2014
- Crafted application interfaces using Interface Builder, ensuring user-friendly design and navigation
- Assisted in the development of Android applications, gaining hands-on experience in the Android ecosystem
- Managed the resolution of identified issues, optimizing application functionality and user experience
- Handled the integration of new features into live apps and managed the upload of new builds, keeping applications up-to-date and improving user satisfaction
- Assist in writing and executing unit tests, integration tests, and UI tests to ensure the reliability and quality of the app
Education
Masters - Computer Applications
University of Madras
07.2008 - 04.2011
Bachelor's - Computer Applications
University of Madras
06.2005 - 04.2008
Skills
Kotlin Multiplatform
Java
Kotlin
Android Studio
Android SDK
POS Point of Sale
Flutter
Jetpack Compose
Coroutines
RxJava
ViewModel
Retrofit
Dagger / Hilt
Koin
MVC
MVP
MVVM
Clean Architecture
Firebase
Git
Gitlab
Google Play
Panorama
Glide
MapBox
ARCore
ProGuard
CI / CD
Agile / Scrum Methodologies
SQLite
Gradle
JUnit
Espresso
Mobile App Development
IoT
Flow
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Monstar Lab Pte Ltd
09.2022 - 04.2024
Software Developer
Green Packet Sdn Bhd
01.2017 - 05.2018
Software Developer
Mcom Network Sdn Bhd
10.2014 - 12.2016
Software Engineer
RaKa Technologies Pvt Ltd
06.2012 - 09.2014
Masters - Computer Applications
University of Madras
07.2008 - 04.2011
Bachelor's - Computer Applications
University of Madras
06.2005 - 04.2008
Lead Android Developer
Procyon Technostructure
4 2024 - Current
Senior Mobile Engineer
Wego/GoQuo Sdn Bhd
6 2018 - 8 2022
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