Gajanan Kanodje - Software Engineer - Benison Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Summary

Accomplished software engineer with over 4.5 years of experience in Java and Spring frameworks at Benison Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Led compliance initiatives that enhanced security protocols, resulting in high-quality software releases. Proven ability to manage multiple deliverables while fostering client trust through effective issue resolution and collaboration in agile environments.

Overview

5

years of professional experience

Work History

Software Engineer

Benison Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Pune

09.2021 - Current

Led efforts on RedSeal STIG and CIS Compliance, implementing cloud and network device checks for platforms like Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks, AWS, Microsoft, and A10 Networks.
Resolved customer-reported issues, maintaining service reliability and client trust.
Designed and executed comprehensive testing procedures, ensuring reliable, high-quality releases.
Integrated relevant CVEs to enhance vulnerability management and bolster overall project security.
Managed over 100 deliverables across multiple sprint cycles, ensuring timely completion and alignment with project goals.
Developed and optimised full-stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, and AngularJS.
Upgraded enterprise services from Spring 5 to Spring 6 and Tomcat 10.x (Jakarta), completing javax to jakarta migration and modernising dependencies for stable production rollout on Java 21.
Enhanced PAN Firewall and Panorama device plugin functionality by resolving critical version mismatch issues, improving system compatibility and operational stability in enterprise security environments.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology

Sinhgad Institute Of Technology

Pune, Maharashtra

10-2020

Diploma In - Computer Engineering

Government Polytechnic Jitur

Jitur, Maharashtra

06-2016

Skills

Languages: Java, JavaScript

Frameworks: Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Spring JPA

Architecture: Microservices

Testing: JUnit, Mockito

IDEs: IntelliJ, VS Code

Build Tools: Gradle, Maven

Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL

Version Control: Git

Methodologies: Agile

Accomplishments

Contributed to RedSeal STIG/CIS compliance guideline implementation for Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, AWS, Microsoft, and A10; handled most implementation and CVE integration for enhanced vulnerability management. Earned the Bravo Award for Process Improvement.
Contributed to Spring and Hibernate upgrades and resolved Jakarta EE issues to ensure zero-downtime enterprise continuity. Earned company award for technical excellence.

Projects

RedSeal

Java Developer

Tech: Java, JavaScript, Spring, Hibernate, PostgreSQL

Contributed to Spring 5→6 and Hibernate Jakarta upgrades; maintained GitHub branch via rebase and resolved conflicts for 1000+ file changes, ensuring zero-downtime continuity.
Proposed and implemented solution for PAN Firewall/Panorama plugin version mismatch issue, improving compliance reporting accuracy and operational stability.

STIG/CIS Compliance

Java/JavaScript Developer

Tech: Java, JavaScript, Spring, Hibernate, CIS/STIG, PostgreSQL

Developed STIG/CIS compliance solutions for multivendor network/cloud devices (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, AWS, Microsoft, A10), integrating CVEs for enhanced vulnerability management.
Maintained high code reliability through unit and system testing.
Maintained STIG/CIS repository through version upgrades, resolving compatibility issues

Languages

English, Hindi, and Marathi

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