Jones Antony J

Chennai

Summary

Results-driven software developer with more than 4 years of experience, focused on enhancing productivity and efficiency in project delivery. Skilled in algorithm design, system architecture, and code optimization. Adept at problem-solving and fostering teamwork, ensuring successful project outcomes. Excels in high-pressure situations, consistently recognized for quality and timely work. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Mainframe Developer

Cognizant Technology Solution

Chennai

12.2020 - Current

Designed and deployed applications on IBM Mainframes using COBOL, JCL, DB2, and VSAM technologies.
Resolved technical issues during system testing phases to ensure timely project delivery.
Conducted Root Cause Analysis on production issues, delivering permanent solutions swiftly.
Developed and debugged COBOL programs for mainframe applications, enhancing overall performance.
Migrated legacy mainframe application codes to AWS Micro Focus environment with efficient stabilization.
Executed thorough unit testing of developed programs and documented outcomes.
Collaborated with functional analysts and testers throughout SDLC to maintain project alignment.
Participated in project meetings to review timelines and deliverables with management.

Education

AWS Cloud Practitioner Training

01-2024

Microfocus Cobol Training

01-2024

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Muthayammal Engineering College

02-2020

Skills

Technical troubleshooting
COBOL programming
DB2 database management
Code review
Documentation standards

Change management
Problem-solving
JCL expertise
SDLC compliance
Analytical skills

Tools

Scheduling software: CA-7, IZWS, Zena
Code version control: Endevor, GitHub, LCM
Operating systems: IBM z/OS, AWS - Micro Focus

Project Details

The Lincoln Financial Services Group, Inc., usually known as the LFG, is a United States- based investment and insurance company. Headquartered in Pennsylvania, United States.

The company's product offerings include:

· Term and Whole life insurance

· Business insurance, including workers' compensation, auto, property, general and professional liability.

· Employee benefits, including disability, life & accident and retiree health.

· Mutual fund

Awards and Recogniton

1. Received Multiple accolades and formal recognition from client leadership team for proactively resolving the major incidents well ahead of SLAs, thereby mitigating potential financial loses and ensuring uninterrupted performance of business-critical applications.

2. Bronze award for migrating the mainframe CICS elements to microfocus AWS environment – 2023 DEC in COGNIZANT.

3. Gold award for working as one and gaining experience in all the corporate applications in a short time – 2022 DEC in COGNIZANT

4. Bronze award for Smart Work & Multi-tasking – 2021 DEC in COGNIZANT

References

References available upon request.

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