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VISHAL KUMAR

VISHAL KUMAR

Bengaluru

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven technology leader with over 10 years of experience in software development, DevOps, and cloud-based solutions. Expertise in Python, Docker, AWS, and CI/CD methodologies. Adept at designing scalable applications, optimizing system performance, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Passionate about automation, process improvement, and consistently achieving outstanding results by adapting to dynamic industry demands & emerging technologies.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President

AQR Capital Management LLC
10.2021 - Current
  • Leading strategic software development initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Architecting and deploying scalable microservices-based applications.
  • Spearheading cloud migration efforts, optimizing application performance and cost-efficiency.
  • Improved dynamic storage capability of applications by migrating from traditional network shared drive to AWS S3, improving reliability.
  • Improved scalability of applications by migrating the monolithic to microservices-based architecture, enhancing scalability.
  • Automated backfilling processes, reducing manual workload, effort and increasing efficiency.
  • Reduced hardware cost and made the computing more efficient by migrating the applications to run on AWS Batch.
  • Handled development for migration projects like storage, cloud and python2 to python3.
  • Writing unit tests and integration tests for production code making sure the robustness.
  • Writing Dockerfiles and creating images for different container based applications.
  • Providing support for production environment bugs or problems raised on daily rotation basis.
  • Kept project leaders regularly updated with progress, maintaining open, productive communication.
  • Mentored junior engineers, fostering a collaborative environment for skill development and career growth.

Lead Consultant

Xebia
06.2018 - 10.2021
  • Collaborated with onshore teams for sprint planning and the requirements.
  • Created multiple Python Agent checks for the StackState Application, pulling the different information from the application to the product.
  • Developed and delivered client proposals using exceptional presentation.
  • Lead the PoC for different domain-based customers when needed.
  • Wrote APIs for the backend of the application to integrate with StackState Server.
  • Used Boto3 client to extract different AWS resources for data ingestion.
  • Designed infrastructure automation scripts using CloudFormation.
  • Implemented full end-to-end testing of the application using the Molecule module.

Senior Software Engineer

Amadeus
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Led PoCs for domain-specific solutions to evaluate feasibility and effectiveness.
  • Designed REST APIs for web services and database interactions.
  • Built Docker images to support cloud-based deployments.
  • Automated software deployment pipelines using Jenkins and UrbanCode Deploy.
  • Worked on proof of concept for IBM Urban Code Deploy tool the best orchestration & automated deployment tool in the market worldwide.
  • Developed tools to enhance software quality and streamline operational tasks.
  • Conduct unit, package and integration tests of the software and ensure a level of quality in line with the Company guidelines.
  • Developed robust, scalable, modular and API-centric infrastructures.

Software Engineer

Alten Calsoft Labs Pvt Ltd.
03.2016 - 08.2017
  • Worked at Amadeus client for product development.
  • Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.
  • Implemented automated build and deployment processes to streamline release management procedures.
  • Refactored legacy codebases for improved maintainability, paving the way for easier future updates.
  • Increased code quality and reduced bug rates by establishing comprehensive unit and integration testing protocols.
  • Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
  • Improved software performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the code.

Application Delivery

DXC Technology
07.2015 - 02.2016
  • Designed REST API calls for the different models in web application.
  • Designing and implementation of different database models using python "FLASK" framework.
  • Collaborating with onshore teams to discuss about the requirements.
  • Writing unit tests and integration tests for implemented code.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance

System Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services
01.2013 - 06.2015
  • Developed an automated desktop application for analyzing Android applications for security vulnerabilities/assessment using Python.
  • Performing static and dynamic analysis of the Android application and finding the vulnerabilities in the application provided by the client.
  • Developed offline licensing module for the developed product to stop misuse of it.
  • Developed the static analyzer plugin for Eclipse IDE that detects security loopholes in the source code at the development stage.
  • Providing recommendations for fixing the vulnerabilities and peer code reviewing.
  • Preparation of product knowledge related documents and capturing the learning's in the Project-space/Wiki.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

Education

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Information Technology

West Bengal University of Technology
Durgapur, West Bengal
01.2012

12th - Mathematics

ST. JOSEPH'S PUBLIC SCHOOL
01.2008

Skills

  • Programming: Python, Flask, Django
  • Cloud & DevOps: AWS EC2, AWS Batch , Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Terraform, CloudFormation
  • Automation & Testing: Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Jenkins
  • Software Development: Microservices, Rest API Development, Agile Methodologies
  • Database & Storage: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, AWS S3

Interests

  • Love sports like Cricket, Table Tennis, Carrom & Badminton
  • Passionate about researching new tools and products

Timeline

Vice President

AQR Capital Management LLC
10.2021 - Current

Lead Consultant

Xebia
06.2018 - 10.2021

Senior Software Engineer

Amadeus
08.2017 - 05.2018

Software Engineer

Alten Calsoft Labs Pvt Ltd.
03.2016 - 08.2017

Application Delivery

DXC Technology
07.2015 - 02.2016

System Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services
01.2013 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Information Technology

West Bengal University of Technology

12th - Mathematics

ST. JOSEPH'S PUBLIC SCHOOL

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