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Nandeesh E Biliyappa

Bengaluru

Summary

  • Experienced iOS team lead with 12 years in software development, specializing in requirements gathering, design, and app development; Developing a diverse range of applications, including fintech, edutech, entertainment, e-commerce, art, iOS custom keyboard, enterprise-level solutions.
  • Proven track record of creating innovative proofs of concept that demonstrate the feasibility of emerging technologies and successful project delivery through effective collaboration with clients and cross-functional teams, including product management and QA with agile development methodologies.
  • Expertise in overseeing app store account management, and ensuring high-quality deliverables built from the scratch with complex User Interfaces. Committed to driving innovation and efficiency within the team for enhanced user experiences.
  • Proven track record of building applications for industry leaders such as McAfee, Verizon, Dell, HP, Paytm, Cox & Kings and Pepsi.
  • Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills contribute to successful project outcomes and positive impacts on overall business performance.
  • Aiming to leverage technical expertise to drive impactful mobile solutions that enhance user engagement.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead

Brightly Software
Remote
11.2022 - Current

Being one man army:

  • Assumed responsibility for a 12-year-old production application from external party.
  • Revamped application incorporating new UI design after resolving 60+ issues.
  • Executed tech stack enhancement by migrating 45% of ObjC code to Swift.
  • Expanded unit testing coverage from none to 36%.
  • Revenue growth by 30%; Highest across all verticals in the organisation.
  • Supported other departments in acquiring talented iOS specialists.

Team Lead

Trukker Technologies
Bengaluru
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Built a new team of 5 and revamped apps with modern tech.
  • Leveraged my experience and collaborated with designers and product owners to get the app in shape.
  • Established iOS coding standards, reviewed team code, provided effective suggestions.
  • Achieved 30% reduction in code lines and decreased bugs by 80%, streamlining functionality, led to crash free app.
  • Slashed time for user activities by 50% with iOS application.

Tech Lead

Techchefs Software
Bengaluru
03.2019 - 06.2020
  • Supervised a group of 6 developing the Federal bank's fed mobile app.
  • Engineered a comprehensive investments and loans infrastructure.
  • Boosted engagement metrics by 23%.
  • Optimized Tricorder codebase, resulting in improved performance, enhancing speed by 40%.
  • Engineered responsive interface layouts ensuring seamless user experiences.

Lead IOS Developer

Silvermine Software India
Bengaluru
11.2017 - 02.2019
  • Assembled and directed the founding team for this new company.
  • Trained recruits in architectural frameworks and foundational skill sets.
  • Engineered a custom keyboard similar to Bitmoji.
  • Achieved keypad typing speed comparable to iOS default keyboard.
  • Devised unique solution to resolve iOS operating system issue in keyboard extension.

Lead Engineer

Valtech India
Bengaluru
04.2015 - 06.2016
  • Engineered a sophisticated network layer component for reuse.
  • Developed the inaugural e-Commerce platform for the organization.
  • Streamlined integration processes for diverse payment platforms.
  • Designed and implemented AR-based proof of concepts.
  • Constructed sophisticated UI based on client designs without compromise.
  • Generated custom algorithms for problem-solving.

Senior Software Engineer

Prazas Learning
Bengaluru
10.2013 - 03.2015
  • Initiated insourcing of development activities from external vendor.
  • Efficiently managed and resolved in excess of 200 outstanding issues, eliminating crashes.
  • Decreased codebase and application footprint by 35%.
  • Integrated and customized interactive math scribble pad designed for children.
  • Boosted audience participation significantly, achieving a 500% increase by streamlining.
  • Achieved a 300% increase in user engagement.

Senior Software Engineer

Robosoft Technologies
Udupi
02.2011 - 07.2013
  • Designed innovative wall art for HP utilizing iPad application.
  • Achieved significant growth by driving a 20% surge in printing revenue.
  • Developed first iOS app for Paytm called Videopind.
  • Awarded best video entertainment accolade in 2011.
  • Independently developed Payday SDK.
  • Developed an iOS application for marketing Pepsi in Middle East region.

Subject Matter Expert

Amdocs
Pune
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Supported telecommunication titans including AT&T, Bell Canada, Sprint.
  • Quickly addressed and fixed client production concerns.
  • Utilized the AMDD tool to optimize the bill design and format, significantly improving aesthetics.
  • Authored scripts to automate production job execution and streamline processes.
  • Downsize bill generation time by 23%.

Education

B.E - CSE

New Horizon College of Engg
Bengaluru
09-2009

Skills

  • iOS
  • Swift
  • Objective-C
  • Cocoa Touch
  • UIKit
  • Core Animation
  • iOS Extensions
  • Xcode
  • Instruments
  • Payment gateway
  • Auth0
  • CocoaPods
  • Git
  • SVN
  • JIRA
  • SQLite
  • Core data

Projects

  • Origin Assessment - Brightly Software: It's an iPad app to collect organisation assets information and assess those, even at offline mode.

      Appstore: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/origin-assessment/id1127752257

  • Carrier Pulse - Trukker Technologies: It's for our drivers and transporters. They can register and upload their KYC. Later they can start bidding for inquiries. Also they can track their trip status.
  • Shipper Pulse - Trukker Technologies: It's for our clients, one who wants their commodity to be shipped from their warehouse to other places.

      Appstore: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/shipper-pulse/id1639537272

  • Tricorder - DELL: It's an internal app used by pre-sales guys to take requirements from customers.
  • FedMobile - Federal Bank: It's a mobile banking app providing versatile services expected from a mobile banking user.
  • Digital Secure - McAfee, Verizon: Digital secure provides security against apps downloaded and privacy for user permission.
  • Saveyra (iOS custom keyboard) - Silvermine Software: An app of stickers and avatars with standalone and keyboard app for multi-language.
  • Cox & Kings ThankU - Cox & Kings: Through this app, users can express their thanks to special women and Mother Earth in their lives.
  • ServiSingh - Friends Collection: An e-commerce app helping users to make online utility and bills payment.
  • Thinkster Math - Prazas Learning: It’s a K-8 math learning program designed to help your child not only improve their grades but also boost confidence with 100K+ kids engagement across 60+ countries.

     Appstore: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/thinkster-math-tutoring/id569252433

  • HP Wallart Solution - Hewlett-Packard: Helps users in design and decor wall with their own creations.
  • Payday SDK - Paytm: SDK for secure online payment.
  • Soccer Star - Pepsi Arabia: App for football fans containing their favourite players biodata, photos, and videos of star players.

Languages

Kannada
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

Team Lead

Brightly Software
11.2022 - Current

Team Lead

Trukker Technologies
08.2021 - 07.2022

Tech Lead

Techchefs Software
03.2019 - 06.2020

Lead IOS Developer

Silvermine Software India
11.2017 - 02.2019

Lead Engineer

Valtech India
04.2015 - 06.2016

Senior Software Engineer

Prazas Learning
10.2013 - 03.2015

Senior Software Engineer

Robosoft Technologies
02.2011 - 07.2013

Subject Matter Expert

Amdocs
01.2010 - 12.2010

B.E - CSE

New Horizon College of Engg
Nandeesh E Biliyappa