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Khandu Neeralakatti

Bengaluru

Summary

Results-driven Technical Specialist with extensive experience in Enterprise system integrations, excelling in API design and integration. Proven ability to lead teams and manage vendor relationships, enhancing system performance through IBM ACE and RESTful APIs. Adept at project planning and stakeholder communication, delivering seamless solutions that optimize operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Technical Specialist

Zensar
Bengaluru
03.2024 - Current
  • Engineered seamless interfaces for PAS systems, billing centers, and CRM solutions.
  • Assessed new integrations' feasibility and developed proof of concepts to expand system capabilities.
  • Created comprehensive technical documentation for MQ and REST-based interfaces.
  • Built templates for system integrations as a sole resource to standardize processes.
  • Enhanced frameworks for error and audit logging to improve monitoring accuracy.
  • Orchestrated project planning and estimation activities for optimal resource allocation.
  • Executed thorough system testing, troubleshooting, and documented integration methods.
  • Mentored junior team members to strengthen skills and promote continuous learning.

Technical Lead

Cognizant Technology services
Bengaluru
03.2021 - 03.2024
  • Developed MQ and REST-based interfaces while preparing technical API specifications.
  • Directed a team of 5 through project planning and resource management efforts.
  • Led vendor onboarding initiatives, facilitating API integration with banking systems.
  • Acted as primary contact for vendor API integration with bank systems.
  • Executed code migration from IIB v10 to IBM ACE v11 effectively.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements to promote best practices.
  • Contributed to CAB meetings and oversaw successful production deployments.
  • Addressed defects during testing cycles by implementing necessary code fixes.

Advisory System Analyst

IBM
Bengaluru
11.2020 - 03.2021
  • Ensured uninterrupted service delivery by migrating customer data from acquired insurance company.
  • Developed interfaces using IBM Integration Bus for smooth data transition processes.
  • Defined project requirements and deliverables through stakeholder collaboration.
  • Maintained thorough documentation for all projects, processes, and operations.
  • Contributed to project planning and estimation, aligning goals with resource availability.
  • Facilitated team collaboration through daily stand-up meetings and retrospectives.

  • Enhanced junior developers' coding skills and productivity through mentorship initiatives.
  • Conducted code reviews, ensuring compliance with established best practices and standards.

Integration Developer

Engie UK
London
12.2019 - 07.2020
  • Streamlined work order creation by integrating CAFM system with SAP ERP.
  • Reduced manual tasks in financial operations through implemented data synchronization interfaces.
  • Built MQ, SOAP, and REST interfaces to ensure smooth data exchange processes.
  • Worked with stakeholders to transform business needs into functional specifications.
  • Completed end-to-end testing while maintaining detailed test logs for SIT and UAT phases.
  • Addressed production issues by delivering root cause analyses to stakeholders.
  • Assisted in project planning, estimation, and ongoing support for BAU activities.
  • Oversaw monthly patching and upgrades within production environments.

Module Lead

Mindtree Ltd
London
02.2017 - 11.2019
  • Implemented ClaimCenter integration with existing applications, strengthening digital strategy.
  • Developed diverse interfaces including MQ, SOAP, REST, and file-based solutions for integration needs.
  • Conducted feasibility studies with stakeholders to produce functional specifications.
  • Participated in daily scrums and retrospectives for improved team dynamics.
  • Participated in sprint planning and reviews to synchronize project goals.
  • Executed comprehensive end-to-end testing while documenting results in test logs.
  • Provided application support during SIT, UAT, and production to maintain stability.
  • Oversaw production housekeeping operations and reported relevant issues to teams.

Senior Software Engineer

Mindtree Ltd
Bangalore
12.2015 - 02.2017
  • Delivered comprehensive financial data solutions utilizing proprietary technology and processes.
  • Serviced multimillion superannuation account holders across government, industry, retail, and corporate sectors.
  • Estimated time for unit and integration testing of message flows.
  • Developed SOAP, REST, and file-based integration services for Member Self Service Portal.
  • Managed change requests to ensure timely delivery of updates.
  • Conducted end-to-end testing and prepared detailed test logs.
  • Migrated applications from WMB v8 to IIB v9.5 to enhance performance.
  • Mentored team members through knowledge transition activities and code reviews.

Senior System Engineer

TCS Ltd
Bangalore
09.2012 - 10.2015
  • Automated provisioning processes, achieving zero-touch successful configurations for customer service orders.
  • Managed integration using WebSphere ESB alongside Process Server to coordinate data transformation between systems.
  • Collaborated with solution architects to analyze requirements and draft design specifications.
  • Created mediation and BPEL flows employing IBM Integration Designer to streamline legacy system operations.
  • Implemented SOAP Web Services and JDBC adapters to enhance service integration capabilities.
  • Developed reusable error handling components for widespread application in internal services.
  • Constructed intricate mediation flows involving diverse system interactions through XSLT, XPATH, and Business Objects.

Education

Master of Computer Application -

BMS College of Engineering
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
07.2012

Bachelor of Computer Applications -

P C Jabin Science College
Hubli, Karnataka, India
07.2009

Skills

  • IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE v12) and Integration Bus (IIB) v9/v10
  • IBM MQ
  • IBM API Connect
  • ESQL, XML, JSON, DFDL, XSLT
  • RFHUTIL, SoapUI, and Postman
  • Linux, AIX, and Windows
  • Requirements analysis
  • Open API 30 design and development
  • DevOps practices
  • Integrated system solutions
  • Project management
  • Process optimization
  • Vendor relations management
  • Team leadership skills
  • Incident management
  • Issue resolution
  • Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Waterfall methodology
  • Technical documentation expertise
  • Project planning strategies

Certification

  • IBM Cloud Pak for Integration - solution architect
  • IBM Certified Solution Developer – App Connect Enterprise V11
  • IBM Certified Solution Implementer – API Connect v10.0.3
  • Microsoft Certified – Azure Fundamentals
  • Red Hat delivery specialist – enterprise integration
  • IBM Certified Integration Developer - WebSphere Process Server V7.0
  • IBM Certified Integration Developer - WebSphere Enterprise Service Bus V7.0
  • Internal certifications: MuleSoft, OSB, IBM App Connect Essentials

Accomplishments

  • Won the EUREKA award for helping clients mitigate the slippages in technical analysis and spec preparation for the uplifts, and received the A-Team award for the contributions made in critical deliveries in parallel
  • Won outstanding and unstoppable award for handling key deliverables. Successful business development by winning client confidence and building offshore team.

Timeline

Technical Specialist

Zensar
03.2024 - Current

Technical Lead

Cognizant Technology services
03.2021 - 03.2024

Advisory System Analyst

IBM
11.2020 - 03.2021

Integration Developer

Engie UK
12.2019 - 07.2020

Module Lead

Mindtree Ltd
02.2017 - 11.2019

Senior Software Engineer

Mindtree Ltd
12.2015 - 02.2017

Senior System Engineer

TCS Ltd
09.2012 - 10.2015

Master of Computer Application -

BMS College of Engineering

Bachelor of Computer Applications -

P C Jabin Science College

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