Taha Abbas Rizwani

Work History

Director - IT

Alternative Path

01.2022 - 03.2025

Led development initiatives and delivered technology solutions for a CobaltLP application of HamiltonLane which is a leading private market equity portfolio/funds analytics product.
Utilized Python, Flask, Pandas, NumPy, JavaScript, HTML and React JS to develop and enhance the analytics product.
Provided technical guidance and mentorship to the development team, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Successfully managed client relationships, addressing needs, resolving issues, and ensuring satisfaction
.Oversaw the day-to-day responsibilities of the development team, including task allocation, progress tracking, and resource management.
Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in Python code.
Successfully onboarded new clients who previously found the tool unsuitable for large portfolios, driving client acquisition .
Improved system performance by 40% enabling the handling of larger portfolio rollups attracting new clients.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative software solutions, leading to increased company efficiency.
Reduced production downtime by 60% by proactively monitoring alerts, identifying issues before they escalated, and leading rapid resolutions with the team.
Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices for Python programming and software development techniques.
Worked independently to design, develop and test code.
Followed best practices with code development, maintenance and testing to improve solution design.
Led Scrum development practices to maintain on-time milestone achievement.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

Assistant Vice President

Credit Suisse Services India Ltd

05.2016 - 12.2021

Led the development of reports and batch processes pertaining to trades executed via the Finacle Treasury system, enhancing data analysis and operational efficiency
Managed Global Trading Book Management and Sibor Reporting projects, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial data
Led initiatives such as Evergreen Project Implementation, Counterparty Source System Migration, and NMP Automation, driving operational excellence and process efficiency
Led the Linux Migration from RHEL 6 to RHEL 8, ensuring compatibility and security enhancements
Utilizing the power of Agile methodologies and scrum practices for managing SDLC
Provided global support for the Finacle Treasury Application across APAC, New York, and London, ensuring 99.9% system availability and seamless trading operations.
Collaborated with traders and back-office teams to optimize money market product operations, reducing trade processing time by 35% through automation and process improvements.
Developed reports and batch processes for treasury trades, increasing reporting efficiency by 40% using Python, Perl, Flask and PostgreSQL.
Optimized financial transaction data pipelines, improving processing efficiency and reducing latency by 30% for real-time analytics.
Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

Manager

CitiCorp Services India Limited

08.2013 - 05.2016

Managed the main algorithmic trading reporting database, ensuring data integrity, reliability, and accessibility.
Automated critical business tasks to streamline operations, improving efficiency, and reducing manual intervention.
Led the Solaris to RedHat Linux Migration project, ensuring a seamless transition. Reducing cost by 30%.
Played a key role in the Order Management System Migration and Feeing Code Redesign projects.
Managed PL/SQL Procedure performance tuning, enhancing database performance, reducing query execution time by 50%, leading to faster financial reporting and improved system performance.
Successfully migrated from Solaris to RedHat Linux, ensuring compatibility with modern infrastructures.
Enhanced security by implementing APEX Application Authorization through LDAP.
Developed Python and Perl-based monitoring scripts, improving system health tracking and reducing critical failures by 20%.

Associate Engineer (Senior Software Developer)

JPMorgan Chase Service Pvt. Ltd

02.2010 - 08.2013

Conducted compliance monitoring on the bank's critical databases, identifying and reporting compliance issues based on the database's risk category such as SOX, IRR, etc
Implemented Compliance Reporting initiatives to ensure accurate and timely reporting of compliance-related data, enhancing transparency and accountability within the organization
Managed the implementation of EPV (Enterprise Password Vault) solutions, strengthening security measures and ensuring confidential data protection
Facilitated the migration of databases from Postgres to SQL Server, ensuring data integrity, compatibility, and scalability in line with evolving business needs
Ensured regulatory adherence and implemented risk mitigation strategies by conducting thorough compliance monitoring.
Enhanced transparency and accountability by implementing Compliance Reporting initiatives.
Developed automated scripts using Perl and Shell, reducing database maintenance time by 50% and improving system stability.

Software Developer

Oracle India Software Pvt Ltd

05.2008 - 02.2010

Spearheaded in-house automation projects aimed at streamlining and optimizing repetitive tasks performed by different teams within Oracle, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual effort
Led the PreRef Automation project, automating reference data processes to improve accuracy and timeliness in data management
Implemented PeopleSoft Script Automation initiatives, automating routine tasks associated with PeopleSoft applications, thereby improving productivity and reliability
Orchestrated the automation of Oracle patch deployment on client machines, ensuring seamless and efficient updates across the organization's infrastructure
Contributed to enhancing efficiency and productivity within Oracle by implementing automated solutions that minimized manual intervention, reduced errors, and optimized resource utilization
Utilized Perl, PL/SQL, UNIX, Oracle, and Apache Web Server to develop automation solutions and streamline operations.
Achievements
Enhanced operational efficiency and reduced manual effort by implementing automated solutions.

Team Leader

Tecnovate eSoluons Pvt. Ltd

12.2003 - 05.2008

Contributed to the maintenance and development of the eBookers.com website, ensuring its functionality, usability, and performance met evolving business and user requirements.
Engaged in daily interactions with clients to comprehend their diverse requirements, ensuring clear communication and alignment between client expectations and project deliverables
Spearheaded the development of the Ebookers Airlines Payment Gateway, enabling secure and seamless payment transactions for airline bookings, enhancing user experience and revenue generation
Managed a team of 15 developers, overseeing task assignment, providing guidance and support, and resolving challenges to facilitate smooth project execution and delivery

Prioritized client satisfaction by delivering solutions that met or exceeded their expectations, fostering long-term relationships and repeat business opportunities

Summary

Overview

Work History

Director - IT

Assistant Vice President

Manager

Associate Engineer (Senior Software Developer)

Software Developer

Team Leader

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

Diploma - undefined

PG Diploma - Data Science

Skills

Certification

Career Interests

Additional Information

Timeline

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