SUNDAR M
Chennai
Summary
Accomplished Senior Software Engineer with 12 years of experience in C++, VC++ , MFC, C#.NET, ASP.NET Core Web API, WPF, and Microservices. Enhanced application performance and led teams to deliver enterprise solutions across security, legal, and simulation domains. Expertise in SOLID principles, design patterns, Docker, and AI-assisted development tools.
Overview
2
2
Languages
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
Honeywell Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
11.2021 - 09.2026
- Boosted application performance by 25% through targeted Applied Data Structures & Algorithms (STL containers: vector, map, unordered_map, priority_queue), C++ (C++17/C++20) and .NET code optimization, Boost C++ library integration, and AI-assisted code review using GitHub Copilot and Claude AI to accelerate development and identify bottlenecks.
- Developed and maintained enterprise-grade backend services and desktop modules for Win-Pak using C++ (C++17/C++20), VC++, MFC, C#.NET, WPF, and REST APIs, leveraging WPF's MVVM pattern and XAML-based UI to create responsive, maintainable desktop interfaces.
- Resolved and closed over 100 critical bugs within project timelines, ensuring sustained product quality and stability.
- Win-Pak Platform - Enterprise Access Control, Video Surveillance & Intrusion Detection
Associate - Projects
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
05.2017 - 11.2021
- Designed and implemented 10+ software enhancement modules annually, including REST API and gRPC integrations, RabbitMQ event-driven messaging, database query optimisation, and xUnit/Moq-based unit test suites for quality assurance.
- Collaborated with onshore stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into scalable, maintainable .NET solutions, enhancing project alignment with business needs.
- Led a 5-member development team responsible for enhancing PCLaw, a mission-critical legal accounting platform, using C++ (C++17/C++20), VC++, MFC, ASP.NET Core Web API, C#.NET, SQL Server, Entity Framework Core, WPF (MVVM, XAML UI) enforcing SOLID principles and Design Patterns (Factory, Singleton, Strategy) across the codebase.
- Led cross-functional project teams, ensuring on-time delivery of project milestones and maintaining alignment with overall project goals.
- Mentored junior developers, conducted code reviews, and enforced coding standards, resulting in a significant reduction in post-release defects.
- PCLaw Project - Legal Accounting & Practice Management Software
Software Engineer
KNetworks Innovative Solutions Pvt Ltd
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed backend services and desktop modules using C#.NET, ASP.NET Core Web API, Entity Framework Core and SQL Server.
- Debugged and enhanced functionality to increase system reliability and performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify system requirements, improving software functionality and user experience.
- Developed and implemented new software applications, enhancing company productivity and client satisfaction.
- Monitored system performance post-deployment, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high levels of operational efficiency.
Senior Software Developer
Omeon Solutions Pvt Ltd
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Developed customised software solutions with C++, VC++, MFC, Boost C++ library integration, and SQL Server to address specific client needs.
- Contributed to debugging and enhancement activities to ensure high code quality standards, directly supporting project delivery and software reliability.
- Developed and implemented software solutions to meet client requirements, enhancing system functionality and user satisfaction.
- Developed custom APIs, enabling seamless integration with third-party services and enhancing system interoperability.
- Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices in coding and system design to foster team development.
Senior Software Engineer
Xlicon Business Services Pvt Ltd
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Developed and enhanced business service applications using ASP.NET Core Web API, C#.NET, Entity Framework Core and SQL Server.
- Managed bug resolution and software quality improvement tasks, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software in a fast-paced environment.
- Resolved Jira tickets with comprehensive bug fixes.
- Mentored junior software engineers, providing guidance on coding standards, best practices, and professional development.
- Developed and implemented new software applications, enhancing company productivity and client satisfaction.
Software Engineer
Maples Imaging Solution Pvt Ltd
02.2014 - 03.2015
- Developed RailSim, an analytical simulation tool for modelling and analysing rail systems, utilising C++, VC++, MFC, C#.NET, ASP.NET Core Web API, Entity Framework Core, and SQL Server, enhancing data-driven decision-making in rail infrastructure projects. Implemented Google Test (GTest) framework for C++ unit testing, ensuring software reliability and quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify system requirements, improving software functionality and user experience.
- Developed and implemented new software applications, enhancing company productivity and client satisfaction.
- Monitored system performance post-deployment, addressing any issues promptly to maintain high levels of operational efficiency.
Education
MCA - Computer Applications
Jayaram College of Engineering And Technology
Trichy07-2009
Master of Science - Mathametics
Virudhunagar Hindu Nadar SenthiKumara Nadar's College
Virudhunagar06-2006
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Virudhunagar Hindu Nadar SenthiKumara Nadar's College
Virudhunagar06-2004
Skills
- Backend: NET Core
- ASPNET Web API
- SQL Server
- Entity Framework Core
- REST API
- GRPC
- RabbitMQ
- Desktop: WPF (MVVM, XAML)
- Win32 API
- MFC
- VC
- Systems: C17/20
- STL
- Multithreading
- Boost Libraries
- Testing: NUnit
- XUnit
- Moq
- Google Test
- DevOps: Azure (Basics)
- Azure DevOps
- CI/CD
- Docker (Basics)
- GitHub
- Methodologies & Practices: Agile SDLC
- Unit & Integration Testing
- SOLID Principles
- Design Patterns
Languages
English
Tamil
Custom
https://linkedin.com/in/sundar-mani-47978754
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Honeywell Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
11.2021 - 09.2026
Associate - Projects
Cognizant Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
05.2017 - 11.2021
Software Engineer
KNetworks Innovative Solutions Pvt Ltd
10.2016 - 05.2017
Senior Software Developer
Omeon Solutions Pvt Ltd
04.2016 - 09.2016
Senior Software Engineer
Xlicon Business Services Pvt Ltd
04.2015 - 12.2015
Software Engineer
Maples Imaging Solution Pvt Ltd
02.2014 - 03.2015
MCA - Computer Applications
Jayaram College of Engineering And Technology
Master of Science - Mathametics
Virudhunagar Hindu Nadar SenthiKumara Nadar's College
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Virudhunagar Hindu Nadar SenthiKumara Nadar's College