Rajat Shuvra Ghoshal
Bangalore
Summary
Dynamic Lead Software Engineer at Visa with a proven track record of optimizing software systems and enhancing performance through effective Agile methodologies. Recognized for driving project success and nurturing team collaboration, leading to improved productivity and innovation. Committed to leveraging technology to deliver cutting-edge solutions that elevate user experiences.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Software Engineer
Visa
Bangalore
07.2015 - Current
- Analyzed user needs and software requirements to determine design feasibility.
- Resolved problems spanning multiple applications to drive improvements across portfolios.
- Analyzed system requirements and created detailed specifications documents.
- Optimized existing software systems for improved performance and scalability.
- Provided technical support to end users when needed.
- Programmed applications and tools using object-oriented languages with goals of code abstraction, stability and reuse.
- Participated in continuous learning opportunities to stay current with emerging technologies.
- Recommended strategies to maximize performance and lifespan of equipment involved in software installations.
- Implemented highly scalable, high-volume software systems and components, client-facing web applications and Internet-oriented applications and systems.
- Utilized established design patterns to expedite novel software creation and support consistent performance results.
- Managed team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards while developing software solutions.
- Updated software upon release of vendor patches to mitigate vulnerabilities.
- Developed requirements for system modifications and new system installations.
- Implemented robust code in multiple programming languages including Java, C++, and Python.
- Coordinated installation of software systems and collaborated with user experience team on design and implementation of new features.
Senior Technology Lead
FIS India Ltd
Bangalore
08.2012 - 06.2015
- Maintained close connection with project personnel to quickly identify and resolve problems.
- Collaborated with cross functional teams on product design specifications, release schedules, bug tracking, customer support escalation management.
- Identified opportunities for leveraging existing technologies to reduce costs and increase efficiencies.
- Assisted in preparing project plans by providing estimates based on scope definition documents.
- Managed full life cycle development of software applications, including design, coding, testing, debugging and implementation.
- Conducted code reviews to verify quality assurance before production releases.
- Performed root cause analysis for complex technical issues and provided timely resolution recommendations.
Technical Analyst
NIIT Technologies
Noida
12.2011 - 05.2012
- Conferred with clients regarding information processing or computation needs.
- Developed, documented and revised system design procedures and quality standards.
- Developed test plans and scenarios to ensure quality assurance of new applications.
Technology Lead
Infosys Technologies
Bhubaneshwar
12.2010 - 10.2011
- Drafted custom source code and unit tests to meet technical requirements.
- Analyzed project requirements to find bugs and eliminate issues.
- Monitored system performance and identified opportunities for optimization.
- Utilized knowledge of applications, programming and systems functionality to assist employees with technical needs.
Senior Developer
Sabre Holdings Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
05.2008 - 12.2010
- Coordinated testing and validation procedures through software development lifecycle.
- Created detailed design documents for new software features based on customer requirements.
- Monitored system performance metrics such as response times and memory usage to identify areas of improvement.
- Leveraged Agile methodologies to move development lifecycle rapidly through initial prototyping to enterprise-quality testing and final implementation.
- Implemented automated scripts to automate test cases for faster execution times.
- Adhered to established coding conventions when developing new features or modifying existing ones.
- Employed integrated development environments (IDEs).
IT Analyst
TCS Limited
Bangalore
01.2008 - 04.2008
- Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management.
- Identified areas of improvement in existing systems and proposed changes accordingly.
- Coordinated installation of updated computer programs and systems.
Senior Developer
R.S.Software
Kolkata
04.2003 - 10.2007
- Coordinated testing and validation procedures through software development lifecycle.
- Created detailed design documents for new software features based on customer requirements.
- Monitored system performance metrics such as response times and memory usage to identify areas of improvement.
- Performed troubleshooting of post-release software faults to support live service and installed software patch design.
- Adhered to established coding conventions when developing new features or modifying existing ones.
- Employed integrated development environments (IDEs).
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communication Engineering
Kalyani Govt Engineering College
Kalyani06-2002
Skills
- Software development
- System Optimization
- Technical support
- Performance analysis
- Code review
- Agile methodologies
- Project Management
- Product Management
- Team Building
- Team mentoring
- People management
Affiliations
- Public Speaking
- Singing Skills
- Debating skills
Accomplishments
- Involved in an organization-wide effort to establish a distinguished payment systems switch in the EU for Visa, and accredited for that
- Involved in an organization wide effort to modernize existing payment systems switch platform in Visa and accredited for that.
- Consistent academic career track record of passing out in first class in Secondary , Higher Secondary and Graduation examinations.
Certification
- Completed Data Mining course from IISC Bangalore in 2013
Languages
English
First Language
Interests
- Philanthropy
- A genuine and passionate respect about humanity to improve the quality of life in people around in whatever way that can be actuated.
Timeline
Lead Software Engineer
Visa
07.2015 - Current
Senior Technology Lead
FIS India Ltd
08.2012 - 06.2015
Technical Analyst
NIIT Technologies
12.2011 - 05.2012
Technology Lead
Infosys Technologies
12.2010 - 10.2011
Senior Developer
Sabre Holdings Pvt Ltd
05.2008 - 12.2010
IT Analyst
TCS Limited
01.2008 - 04.2008
Senior Developer
R.S.Software
04.2003 - 10.2007
Bachelor of Technology - Electronics And Communication Engineering
Kalyani Govt Engineering College
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