Nikita Sharma Sahu
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic Senior Consultant at IBM with a proven track record in architecting scalable iOS applications. Expert in Swift and Agile methodologies, I foster team collaboration and mentor junior developers, driving project success and enhancing productivity. Passionate about delivering high-quality solutions that exceed client expectations and improve user experiences.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
IBM
Bengaluru
11.2023 - Current
- Architected and developed scalable enterprise-grade iOS applications.
- Fostered team collaboration to boost productivity and project alignment.
- Ensured strict adherence to coding standards and project timelines during development.
- Contributed to business improvement initiatives based on insights from client implementations and experiences.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
Specialist Software Engineer / Software Engineer L3
Robosoft Technologies
India
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Directed end-to-end iOS development projects for multiple enterprise clients.
- Analyzed system architecture to improve efficiency and reliability of applications.
- Participated in Agile ceremonies to enhance team collaboration and project delivery processes.
- Monitored performance metrics related to system operations after deployment.
- Developed software applications to meet customer requirements and deadlines.
- Maintained a high level of knowledge in current programming languages and technologies.
- Managed version control systems and maintained codebase integrity.
- Mentored junior developers, fostering skill development and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope.
Lead iOS Developer
Iziss Technology Pvt Ltd
Indore
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Directed development of custom iOS applications with focus on performance and scalability.
- Defined app architecture and handled app store submissions.
- Developed robust iOS applications using Swift and Objective-C frameworks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define application requirements and features.
- Mentored junior developers on best practices and coding standards for iOS development.
- Implemented unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability of mobile applications.
- Conducted code reviews to maintain high-quality coding practices within the development team.
- Integrated third-party APIs to expand app capabilities and improve performance metrics.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring timely delivery of software solutions in a fast-paced environment.
- Optimized existing codebase for better performance and scalability.
- Reviewed pull requests from other team members before merging them into master branch.
- Tested, debugged and maintained existing code base for iOS applications.
- Generated detailed reports about app usage metrics and crash logs using analytics platform like Firebase or Fabric Crashlytics.
- Identified memory leaks through profiling tools like Allocation Instrument or Leaks Instrument.
- Resolved software issues reported by customers in a timely manner.
Senior iOS Developer
Éclat
Indore
02.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed and maintained iOS applications for diverse clients across multiple sectors.
- Designed user-friendly mobile applications for iOS platforms using Auto Layout constraints.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and specifications.
- Implemented efficient coding practices, enhancing app performance and usability.
- Conducted code reviews to ensure compliance with best practices and industry standards.
- Mentored junior developers on coding techniques and project workflows.
- Troubleshot existing applications to improve user experience and resolve issues.
- Participated in Agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
Senior iOS Developer
GenieTalk
Indore
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Built AI-driven voice assistant features into iOS applications.
- Designed and developed user-friendly mobile applications for iOS platforms.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and specifications.
- Implemented efficient coding practices to enhance app performance and usability.
- Conducted code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and standards.
- Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on coding techniques and project workflows.
- Integrated third-party libraries and APIs to expand application functionality.
- Troubleshot and resolved issues in existing applications to improve user experience.
- Participated in Agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
- Resolved software issues reported by customers in a timely manner.
- Integrated backend APIs into the frontend application layer for data synchronization.
- Developed high-quality code to meet project requirements and industry standards.
- Utilized version control system for tracking changes made to source code over time.
- Monitored performance of iOS applications on various devices and operating systems.
- Generated detailed reports about app usage metrics and crash logs using analytics platform like Firebase or Fabric Crashlytics.
- Identified memory leaks through profiling tools like Allocation Instrument or Leaks Instrument.
- Implemented UI and UX designs using Swift and Objective-C programming languages.
- Integrated with server-side APIs to fetch data dynamically.
- Managed the iOS app lifecycle, including application submission and review process on the App Store.
- Implemented application updates, including bug fixes and additional features, based on user feedback.
Senior Mobile Developer
Asfar Electronics
Dubai
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Spearheaded mobile app projects, ensuring seamless deployment in UAE market.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance app features and functionality.
- Integrated third-party APIs, expanding app capabilities and services.
- Troubleshot and resolved technical issues in mobile applications efficiently.
- Designed and developed mobile applications, maintaining high performance standards.
- Managed version control system for precise tracking of source code changes.
- Worked closely with UI and UX designers to create user-friendly interfaces.
- Created a blueprint prototype for UI/UX.
- Worked as a sole contributor.
- Optimized application performance for both speed and efficiency across multiple device types.
- Coordinated with product management teams to align application development with strategic goals.
- Crafted comprehensive documentation for application development processes and user guides.
- Maintained and updated existing applications based on user feedback and technological advancements.
- Analyzed user needs and software requirements to determine design feasibility.
Mobile App Developer
Tacme
Dubai
11.2013 - 03.2016
- Designed comprehensive mobile app architecture to enhance functionality and performance.
- Directed mobile app development team, ensuring timely delivery of user-friendly applications.
- Collaborated with product managers to gather and refine client requirements effectively.
- Facilitated client meetings to align project goals and expectations accurately.
- Executed essential app functionalities based on extensive research and development.
- Presented proof of concept demo to clients, showcasing application capabilities clearly.
- Developed customized mobile solutions to meet diverse client needs efficiently.
- Created numerous reusable components for seamless application integration.
- Utilized best practices to identify and remedy bugs in applications within specific timeframe.
- Analyzed and tested applications before the final step prior to launch so that last minute issues were remedied quickly.
- Participated in daily scrum meetings to discuss progress of current projects.
Cross-platform Mobile App Developer
Diaspark Inc
India
04.2011 - 11.2013
- Designed and developed applications using hybrid frameworks to improve functionality.
- Created award-winning B2B applications in iOS Native, increasing client engagement.
- Led competency center for iOS development, establishing best practices and reusable components.
- Presented demonstrations of reusable modules to showcase capabilities.
Java Web Developer
Krystal Kones Technologies
Indore
06.2010 - 04.2011
- Worked on government ERP systems and a library management system.
- Focused on backend development, debugging, and documentation.
Education
Master of Computer Applications (MCA) - Computer Application
SGSIPS
Indore06-2011
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science(Honors)
SRGPGPI
Indore06-2008
High School Diploma -
KBP Gujrati Girls School
Indore01.2004
Skills
- Swift and Objective-C
- Java programming
- UIKit and CoreData
- Firebase integration
- REST API development
- Version control with Git
- MVC and MVVM frameworks
- JIRA project management
- Agile methodologies
- Scrum practices
- Cross-platform development
- App Store deployment strategies
- Performance optimization
- Code review
- System architecture
- Mentoring junior developers
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Project documentation
- Strong leadership skills
- Public speaking
- CoreData
- realm DB
- SQLite
- Conducting interviews
Languages
- English, Fluent
- Hindi, Native
Affiliations
- Diploma in Kathak
- Diploma in North Indian classical music
- Volunteering contribution in the local jail for women's welfare as a music teacher
- Worked in a convent school as a music teacher for three months
- Worked as a telecaller alongside my master's degree to support my self-expenses
- I was among six finalists in the Mirchi RJ hunt (Mirchi Micalal) held in my hometown
Timeline
Senior Consultant
IBM
11.2023 - Current
Specialist Software Engineer / Software Engineer L3
Robosoft Technologies
06.2021 - 10.2023
Lead iOS Developer
Iziss Technology Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 01.2022
Senior iOS Developer
Éclat
02.2019 - 08.2020
Senior iOS Developer
GenieTalk
01.2018 - 05.2018
Senior Mobile Developer
Asfar Electronics
04.2016 - 05.2017
Mobile App Developer
Tacme
11.2013 - 03.2016
Cross-platform Mobile App Developer
Diaspark Inc
04.2011 - 11.2013
Java Web Developer
Krystal Kones Technologies
06.2010 - 04.2011
Master of Computer Applications (MCA) - Computer Application
SGSIPS
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science(Honors)
SRGPGPI
High School Diploma -
KBP Gujrati Girls School
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