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Ravichandran Ramachandran

Ravichandran Ramachandran

Associate Vice President-Delivery
Chennai,Tamil Nadu

Summary

With 17 years of experience in Java/J2EE technologies within the Retail Banking Digital Channels and Payments domain, I have honed my skills as a Developer, Technical Lead, Delivery Lead, SME, and Solution Architect. My expertise lies in developing and delivering Internet Web applications and back-end components.

I specialize in building dual-facing applications that cater to both customer and staff channels. Additionally, I excel in DevOps using Azure Pipelines to ensure a smooth CI/CD process for efficient software delivery and deployment.

My track record includes successful involvement in various migration projects, obsolescence remediation, and vulnerability remediation. Furthermore, I am adept at stakeholder management, collaborating across cross-functional teams, and effectively engaging with Country business, Country Technology managers, Auditors, Regulators, Management teams, Hive Leads, and Chief Product Owner.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Vice President Delivery

Standard Chartered GBS
Chennai
04.2021 - Current
  • I have significant expertise in the design and development of Internet Banking Web Applications using the MVC Framework. Additionally, I have proficiently overseen multiple squads in the hive and successfully delivered Retail Internet Banking Web applications for self-service channels. My hands-on experience encompasses the development and deployment of applications in a docker image on the Open Shift platform. Furthermore, I have demonstrated proficiency in stakeholder management, accurate estimation, coordination of contracts with vendor partners, and active participation in decision-making for hive activities, project implementation, blackout planning, and work prioritization.

    Furthermore, I have been involved in resolving critical severity production issues and have effectively mitigated various challenges across Retail markets. As a recognized subject matter expert in the Retail Internet Banking and Payments domain, I adhere rigorously to the OWASP top 10 vulnerabilities while constructing the web application, prioritizing robust security measures.

    My extensive cross-functional collaboration experience includes successful engagements with multiple teams across the bank, Country business, Country Technology Manager, Business product owner, Regulators, and the Management team. In addition, I possess hands-on expertise in obsolescence remediation, encompassing DB2 Upgrade, MQ upgrade, Solace, Kong, and MQ TDE to IMFT across the application.

    With a focus on security, I have a strong command of secure code practices, encryption methodologies, and the integration of One-time password features. I have actively integrated various security tools across the web application and database.

    Finally, my collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams have consistently yielded innovative solutions for complex business problems.

Senior Technical Manager

Standard Chartered GBS
Chennai
05.2017 - 04.2021
  • I have extensive experience in designing and developing Retail Web applications specifically tailored for India Retail Banking. My expertise includes hands-on experience in implementing secure coding practices and integrating Retail web applications with various vendors for bill payments and payment gateway solutions. Additionally, I have successfully designed and developed the IMPS and UPI transfer module within a tight timeline to stay competitive within the industry. Furthermore, I have undertaken the development and execution of various Proof of Concepts (POC) and facilitated Run deck integration for automated deployment. My accomplishments also include the seamless migration from SVN to Bitbucket and the migration from Ant to Maven while maintaining the utmost security measures.

Technical Manager

Standard Chartered GBS
Chennai
05.2013 - 05.2017
  • As a distinguished Subject-Matter Expert (SME) for the retail banking application and its functionalities across the IN, APRS, MESA, PK, and AE markets, I have significantly contributed to a 30% surge in user adoption and a 25% enhancement in customer satisfaction. Notably, I integrated critical net banking modules with ThreatMetrix for real-time fraud pattern analysis, facilitating precise risk assessments. Additionally, I formulated and executed comprehensive disaster recovery plans to ensure prompt responses during emergency scenarios. Furthermore, I conducted meticulous capacity planning activities aimed at optimizing resource utilization. Lastly, I provided oversight to a dedicated team of engineers involved in the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of computer systems.

Technical Lead

Standard Chartered GBS
Chennai
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Throughout the project, I took the lead in independently developing the business requirements and contributed across the entire project life cycle. I utilized JAVA/J2EE technologies to develop the back-end components, including Special Service, Audit, and the back office admin portal, for seamless integration with the Retail Internet Banking application. Additionally, I created the batch component to facilitate the upload and download of data from the TP system, ensuring continuous 24/7 data accessibility even in offline scenarios.

System Analyst

Cybernet Slash Support
Chennai
11.2007 - 05.2011
  • I possess extensive experience in the development of Retail Web Internet Banking applications for Retail Banking in Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia using Java/J2EE technologies. Additionally, I have practical experience in deploying web applications in WebSphere Application Server and IBM HTTP Server. Furthermore, I have actively participated in code reviews to ensure adherence to quality assurance standards.

Education

B.E - Computer Science

Anna University (Vels Srinivasa College of Engine)
04-2005

Skills

  • Java
  • Spring
  • J2EE
  • Hibernate
  • Secured Code Practice
  • Retail Banking Domain
  • DB2
  • JMS MQ, Solace, and Kong
  • GIT/BitBucket, Jenkins
  • ADO-Repos
  • Azure-Pipelines
  • OpenShift Container
  • Linux
  • Agile
  • Project Estimation
  • Leadership and People Management
  • Vulnerability Risk mitigation
  • Sprint planning

Accomplishments

  • ADO Migration of Digital Channel repositories in a record time
  • Migrations, Upgrades and Vulnerability mitigations
  • Digital Channels Obsolescence Remediation and migrations
  • Service Journey Program Delivery for Bank

Additional Information

Problem solving / Conflict Resolution Servant leadership & People leadership Planning and Decision Making Effective collaboration and communication Design Architecture and Review Refining requirements / Coding

Awards

  • Won the Best Individual Award for Technical Excellence for IMPS and UPI implementation - 2018

Timeline

Associate Vice President Delivery

Standard Chartered GBS
04.2021 - Current

Senior Technical Manager

Standard Chartered GBS
05.2017 - 04.2021

Technical Manager

Standard Chartered GBS
05.2013 - 05.2017

Technical Lead

Standard Chartered GBS
05.2011 - 05.2013

System Analyst

Cybernet Slash Support
11.2007 - 05.2011

B.E - Computer Science

Anna University (Vels Srinivasa College of Engine)

Awards

  • Won the Best Individual Award for Technical Excellence for IMPS and UPI implementation

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