Kushagra Asthana

Mainframe/AS400 Developer

Dynamic COBOL and AS/400 Developer with [X] years of hands-on experience in driving software enhancements and optimizing AS/400 systems. Proficient in analyzing business requirements, designing solutions, and implementing robust enhancements to meet organizational objectives. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions within specified timelines.

Professional Experience:

Mainframe /AS400, [3.5 years of service]

• Led enhancements to legacy COBOL systems, resulting in a 20% increase in system efficiency and performance.
• Collaborated with business analysts to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for system enhancements.
• Developed and implemented new features and functionalities in existing COBOL applications, improving overall system usability and end-user experience.
• Conducted comprehensive testing and debugging procedures to ensure the stability and reliability of software enhancements.
• Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including QA testers and system administrators, to deploy enhancements seamlessly into production environments.
• Participated in code reviews and provided constructive feedback to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Proactively identified areas for process optimization and contributed to the development of best practices for COBOL development within the organization.

• Played a pivotal role in enhancing and maintaining AS/400 systems, focusing on production-related activities to ensure system stability and reliability.
• Collaborated closely with production support teams to address and resolve system incidents, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted business operations.
• Analyzed system requirements and user feedback to identify opportunities for enhancements and optimizations in COBOL and AS/400 applications.
• Implemented software enhancements and modifications to AS/400 applications, adhering to coding standards and best practices to maintain system integrity.
• Conducted thorough testing and debugging of software changes, ensuring that production environments remained stable and secure.
• Provided ongoing support and maintenance for AS/400 applications, including troubleshooting issues and implementing fixes to address production-related concerns.
• Participated in root cause analysis of production incidents, identifying underlying issues and implementing preventive measures to mitigate future risks.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including system administrators and business stakeholders, to coordinate production deployments and ensure smooth project delivery.

Key Skills:

• COBOL Programming
• AS/400 Development
• Production Support
• System Enhancements
• Systems Analysis
• Incident Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Testing and Debugging
• Collaboration

• Managed Software Configuration Management (SCM) activities for AS/400 and mainframe applications, utilizing Aldon Lifecycle Manager to track changes and manage software releases.
• Implemented and maintained version control systems to track changes to source code, ensuring the integrity and traceability of software artifacts throughout the development lifecycle.
• Coordinated software releases and deployments, collaborating with development teams, system administrators, and business stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient delivery of software solutions.
• Conducted regular code reviews and audits to enforce coding standards and best practices, ensuring the quality and maintainability of software assets.
• Facilitated the resolution of merge conflicts and other SCM-related issues, working closely with development teams to streamline development processes and improve productivity.
• Provided training and support to team members on SCM tools and processes, promoting adoption and adherence to SCM best practices across the organization.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate AS/400 and mainframe applications with other systems and platforms, ensuring seamless interoperability and data exchange

• AS/400 Development
• Mainframe Development
• Software Configuration Management (SCM)
• Aldon Lifecycle Manager
• Source Code Management
• Version Control
• Release Management
• Systems Integration
• Team Collaboration

• Participated in hands-on training sessions to learn the fundamentals of AS/400 and Mainframe development, including programming languages, development tools, and system architecture.
• Assisted senior developers in analyzing requirements, designing solutions, and implementing code changes for AS/400 and Mainframe applications.
• Learned to use version control systems and software configuration management tools to manage source code and track changes throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues, debug code, and resolve technical challenges encountered during development activities.
• Actively participated in code reviews, receiving constructive feedback from mentors to improve coding skills and adhere to best practices.
• Assisted in documenting technical specifications, system configurations, and development processes to support knowledge transfer and team collaboration.
• Demonstrated a strong commitment to learning and professional growth, actively see.

• Basic understanding of AS/400 and Mainframe platforms
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., COBOL, RPG)
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilitie