MANIKANDAN A

• Tech Stack: React.js, Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB, Azure DevOps, REST APIs, WebSockets, Tailwind CSS, Azure Boards, OpenSearch, Docker.
• Project: Botminds Studio – Intelligent Document Processing Platform.
• Developed and led multiple front-end modules in React.js for document labeling, model training, and project configuration, enabling no-code AI setup for enterprise users.
• Architected and implemented the "Publish & Create Project" feature to support versioning, reusability, and import-export functionality across Studio modules.
• Built dynamic UI rendering systems driven by deeply nested JSON configurations (tabs, sections, toggles, dropdowns), making the platform highly customizable without code changes.
• Led the backend API development using Node.js and Express, integrating with MongoDB and Azure Blob Storage for project data persistence and file handling.
• Orchestrated scalable microservice integrations with external tools like CAE and other XML consumers, leveraging custom logic for XML serialization, and SOAP clients.
• Collaborated closely with QA and BAs to triage bugs using Azure Boards, providing daily bug summaries, managing sprints, and reducing the backlog by over 40% through focused fixes.
• Played a key role in debugging and performance optimization involving OpenSearch queries and document list pagination, improving system responsiveness by 60%.
• Contributed to real-time dashboard features, showing document processing metrics using WebSockets and async backend job handlers.
• Mentored junior developers and led feature grooming sessions, while maintaining high code quality via unit tests, ESLint, and PR reviews.

(Progressed from Full Stack Developer, Lead Developer, Technical Lead, to Solutions Architect.)

• Architected and led multiple SaaS platforms — including SpectralQ, ValuRite, SourceCraft, and GOBIOM — across data visualization, property valuation, online auctions, and healthcare analytics domains.
• Specialized in Node.js, Express.js, designing modular microservices, REST/GraphQL APIs, and secure backend systems integrated with MongoDB, SQL Server, and Azure.
• Migrated monolithic backends to microservices, introducing API gateways, caching layers, asynchronous job queues, and centralized logging/monitoring for scalability and reliability.
• Implemented GraphQL APIs for flexible data querying, reducing over-fetching, and improving MongoDB read/write performance through resolver optimization.
• Integrated Python-based analytics for advanced data insights (statistical analysis, anomaly detection), and NLP modules for intelligent, query-driven user interactions.
• Drove CI/CD automation using Docker and Azure DevOps pipelines; streamlined deployments to Azure App Services, VMs, and containerized environments.
• Mentored 10+ developers, conducted design/code reviews, established coding standards, and aligned backend best practices across projects.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams (QA, DevOps, Product Owners) to ensure secure, high-performance, and maintainable deliveries.
• Authored technical documentation, design specs, and user guides, improving cross-team communication and knowledge sharing.

• Contributed to the development of MiSiS, an integrated student information system for LAUSD schools.
• Created RESTful APIs using Node.js to integrate various system components and enhance application functionality.
• Designed SQL Server databases and integrated web services to streamline data exchange.
• Collaborated with user groups to deliver optimized software solutions, ensuring the application met the needs of both students and administrators.
• Resolved complex technical issues through rigorous troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, minimizing downtime and disruptions to business operations.
• Streamlined processes by automating repetitive tasks, saving time and resources.

• Designed and implemented IT solutions for Lyca Mobile, enhancing global connectivity for users.
• Conducted rigorous unit testing and debugging to ensure smooth application performance.
• Contributed to the successful completion of projects by meeting deadlines and adhering to best practices in .NET development.
• Monitored database performance to keep workflows running smoothly.

• Developed Matrix, a background check verification system that streamlined employer workflows by enabling simultaneous service requests for screeners and job applicants.
• Designed and developed a SQL Server database, optimizing data handling and retrieval for high volumes of records.
• Built scalable application modules using C#, ASP.Net, ADO.Net, AJAX, and Telerik Rad Controls.
• Enhanced application performance by using SQL Profiler to identify and resolve database issues.
• Conducted unit testing and code reviews to ensure robust and reliable application delivery.
• Authored user guides and training materials to support smooth product adoption.