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ILAVARASAN RAJU

Chennai

Summary

Rational Technical Lead with 9.8 years of experience enhancing operations for organizations through information systems solutions. Proven track record of transforming specific business goals related to growth and efficiency improvements into new system designs. Knowledgeable innovator known for recommending new technologies to enhance existing systems and introduce new systems. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in Insurance industry. Strengths in Mainframe technologies.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Technology Lead

Infosys Limited
Bangalore
04.2024 - Current

Client: Danske Bank. Denmark

Project Title: Manage File Integrations.

Project Description:

The project deals with the EDI Gateway, file order systems, and B2B administration systems. Also, we will be handling the incoming files from the gateway and the outgoing files from the gateway. It majorly focuses on developing and enhancing the file systems and maintenance work.

  • Troubleshot and resolved problems with programs and systems.
  • Assisted in the development of strategic plans to leverage technology for competitive advantage.
  • Designed, implemented, deployed, tested, and troubleshooted applications on IDz IBM Mainframe using PL/I, JCL, and CICS.
  • Supported service management and process-related activities with relevant delivery data.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements to decrease in support calls.

Technical Lead

HCL Technologies
Chennai
01.2022 - 03.2024

Client: USAA.

Project Title: PNC - Property and Claims.

Project Description:

This project deals with providing insurance to military families for their dwelling (home, rental property, and renters) and non-dwelling (VPP, boat) properties.

  • Performed detailed sizing for non-dwelling and dwelling product features to assess feasibility.
  • Assisted in technology design, testing, and execution through research-based product and process knowledge.
  • Managed team tasks to ensure feature completion on schedule within the PI.
  • Coordinated deployment tasks to ensure seamless delivery into production environments.
  • Coordinated weekly collaborative discussions focusing on continuous technical advancements.

Technology Analyst

Infosys Limited
Mangalore
02.2017 - 12.2021

Client: Northwestern Mutual

Project Title:

  • EDAS - Enterprise Database Administration System.
  • Amarta Migration and Sunset.
  • Life Plus Series Product & CSO ULife Replatform.

Project Description:

  • The project deals with the development and maintenance of the database for various applications involved in Northwestern Mutual accounts.
  • Enhanced Benefits services in existing applications.
  • Enhanced database functionalities by incorporating new features via Jira.
  • Contributed to the efficiency of technology projects with well-researched support for design and testing.
  • Deconstructed complex problems into manageable sections for troubleshooting.
  • Examined business processes, gathering relevant details and determining requirements to establish clear objectives.
  • Developed technical and functional strategies aligned with project goals.
  • Evaluated adjusted programs to ensure proper functionality.
  • Organized recurring team meetings focused on identifying and implementing technical improvements.
  • Worked with senior leadership to create and implement strategic processes.
  • Assisted in refining detailed documents resulting in professional client-ready drafts.

Systems Engineer

Infosys Limited
Bhubaneshwar
02.2017 - 03.2020

Client: Aetna, Inc.

Project Title: LPSBoR Navigator Redesign Project.

Project Description:

  • Implemented new Life Plus Series, focusing on simplicity and customization in life insurance offerings.
  • Led critical project for developing products in compliance with the updated 2017 CSO mortality standards.
  • Delivered project in Nov-2019, resulting in outstanding success for both Infosys and the client.
  • Prepared thorough evaluation documentation to confirm system performance accuracy.
  • Designed and implemented COBOL-based code via Mainframe resources.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College
Coimbatore
01.2015

Diploma - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

KSR Institute of Technology
Trichengodu
01.2011

SSLC -

S.S.M Lakshimiammal Matriculation hr sec School
Komarapalayam
01.2009

Skills

  • Mainframe
  • PL/I
  • JCL
  • IMS-DB
  • DB
  • COBOL
  • CICS
  • REXX
  • EASYTRIEVE
  • IDz – IBM Developer for Z Systems
  • ZOS Changeman
  • ServiceNow
  • Atlassian JIRA

Languages

  • English
  • Tamil

Certifications Awards

  • Certified Agile Developer, Infosys
  • B1 Business Preliminary (BEC Preliminary), Cambridge Assessment English
  • Insta Award (twice) at Infosys for Leading the team and ensuring Quality in deliverables
  • Best performer in the insurance domain at Infosys

Timeline

Technology Lead

Infosys Limited
04.2024 - Current

Technical Lead

HCL Technologies
01.2022 - 03.2024

Technology Analyst

Infosys Limited
02.2017 - 12.2021

Systems Engineer

Infosys Limited
02.2017 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College

Diploma - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

KSR Institute of Technology

SSLC -

S.S.M Lakshimiammal Matriculation hr sec School
ILAVARASAN RAJU