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Vinaya Almeida

Vinaya Almeida

Mumbai

Summary

Dynamic IT professional with experience at DBS Bank India Ltd, managing API integrations and project management. Adept in SQL programming and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve project milestones efficiently. Committed to delivery with high-quality in fast-paced environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate

DBS Bank India Ltd
Mumbai
08.2023 - Current
  • Integrating bank system with GSTN to enable seamless GSTN payments for corporate clients.
  • Managing API integration between the bank and GSTN, optimizing customer journey web flows.
  • Analyzed API requests and responses using POSTMAN to ensure effective communication.
  • Establish connectivity between external entity and bank through IP/PORT and API endpoint whitelisting.
  • Preparing technical project setup, including active-active configuration of webservers and application servers Linux based including the LTM & GTM setup for load balancing and high availability.
  • Integrating multi-factor authentication and monitoring capabilities into GSTN user application.
  • Oversee end-to-end technical management of GSTN project for tech go-live , & CBDT and EFPO integration to follow.
  • Raise change requests for production setup readiness to facilitate smooth transitions across multiple impacted internal applications, GSTN application and GSTN external entity.
  • Managing multiple tasks for GSTN integration in UAT and simultaneously maintaining attention to detail.
  • CORE BANKING : Executed impact analysis for core banking enhancements involving multiple interconnected internal systems.
  • Refined user stories and facilitated collaboration between users and developers for optimal builds.
  • Coordinated UAT processes, resolved issues, and planned production deployments effectively.
  • Managed migration of bank notifications SMS, email, push notifications, and in-app communication from one system to another.
  • CIMS : Successfully deployed MQ-based CIMS application for regulatory reporting; conducted UAT and launched with RBI.
  • Implemented XBRL application to streamline user input of Excel files and XML file downloads for CIMS integration.

Project Manager

Chenoa Information Services Ltd @Client
11.2021 - 07.2023
  • Managed historical data migration of e-LVB bank applications to DBS bank for FATCA & CRS, AML & Name Screening Data, and GST modules.
  • Resolved user requirements in JIRA through vendors using DB queries and PL/SQL codes, achieving sign-off from users.
  • Implemented ETHIC Audit Application deployment in DBIL, restoring e-LVB historical data for future audits by DBS internal and external auditors.
  • Oversaw DBS bank integration with Lending Platform for Priority Sector business, focusing on Direct Assignment and Co-Lending models.
  • Served as single point of contact between Lending Platform vendor and internal teams at DBS.
  • Managed project progress in JIRA, coordinating user stories, tracking bugs, and monitoring daily progress.
  • Developed project plans, tracked milestones, escalated issues to senior stakeholders, and ensured resolution based on severity.
  • Collaborated with IT and Network teams on necessary security implementations for projects.

Manager IT

Bassein Catholic Co-operative Bank
Mumbai
04.2018 - 11.2021
  • Executed CBS transformation from legacy SQL to Oracle Flexcube 11.7, covering multiple modules.
  • Managed data migration and product mapping from legacy CBS to Flexcube CBS.
  • Conducted user creation and access role management in Flexcube UBS.
  • Identified gaps and defined scope for customization between both systems.
  • Participated in system integration testing for third-party systems, including ATM switch and UPI.
  • Prepared Flexcube core system for user acceptance testing.
  • Trained bank IT staff to facilitate transition to new CBS.
  • Implemented value-added services on legacy ATM switch and managed DKE migration.

Asst Manager –IT

Bassein Catholic Co-operative Bank
Mumbai
06.2008 - 03.2018
  • Managed end-to-end NFSATM setup, implementation, and reconciliation processes.
  • Executed Rupay E-Commerce for online Rupay Debit Card payments.
  • Oversaw Rupay EMV Debit Card management from procurement to dispatch.
  • Extracted TDS for 80,000 depositors and reported on an 8000 crore deposit portfolio to Income Tax Department.
  • Implemented 15G/H reporting and maintained customer records in business-as-usual operations.
  • Established PMSBY/PMJBY programs, including implementation and reporting tasks.
  • Handled setup, implementation, and reporting of DEAF initiatives.
  • Managed ATM network comprising 120 NCR, Diebold, and AGS ATMs for optimal performance.

DB Designer -Oracle Clinical

Cognizant Technology Solutions
05.2006 - 06.2008
  • Executed database build according to specified requirements for initial clinical study startup.
  • Developed procedures in Oracle Clinical following project protocols.
  • Conducted requirement gathering from international clients to ensure alignment with project objectives.

Education

B.E - Information Technology

St. Francis Institute Of Technology
Mumbai
06.2005

HSC -

Mumbai University
05.2001

Skills

  • Extensive Knowledge on Retail core banking
  • Flexcube CBS expertise
  • API integrations and Postman
  • Project management skills
  • Linux and Windows servers
  • Networking Knowledge
  • ATM switch knowledge
  • ISO 8583 standards
  • SQL programming proficiency
  • JIRA and Bugzilla management
  • Change management
  • Team collaboration
  • Project coordination

Certification

  • Diploma in Banking technology - IIBF
  • JAIIB certification - IIBF

Languages

English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Proficient (C2)
C2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Associate

DBS Bank India Ltd
08.2023 - Current

Project Manager

Chenoa Information Services Ltd @Client
11.2021 - 07.2023

Manager IT

Bassein Catholic Co-operative Bank
04.2018 - 11.2021

Asst Manager –IT

Bassein Catholic Co-operative Bank
06.2008 - 03.2018

DB Designer -Oracle Clinical

Cognizant Technology Solutions
05.2006 - 06.2008

B.E - Information Technology

St. Francis Institute Of Technology

HSC -

Mumbai University
Vinaya Almeida