Nov 2021 – Jun 2022 · 7 mos · On-site

• Barclays - Clearing & Settlement Excellence
• Delivered mission-critical payment processing solutions for one of the world's leading financial institutions, specializing in high-volume clearing and settlement operations.
• 🚀 Key Achievements:
• Revolutionized clearing efficiency by implementing MasterCard Clearing Optimizer setup
• Enhanced system performance through Visa edits package optimization
• Managed multi-billion-dollar debit and credit card schemes across CAMS II and HOGAN platforms
• Drove cost optimization through strategic design solutions improving application performance
• ⚡ Technical Leadership:
• Mainframe Mastery:
• COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, CICS - architecting robust financial systems.
• Performance Engineering: Led system tuning initiatives maximizing platform efficiency
• Solution Architecture: Designed technical systems for enhanced projects as key analyst
• Problem Resolution: Expert troubleshooting of complex business logic in legacy applications
• 🛠️ Technology Stack:
• COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, CICS
• Xped, FILEAID, Topaz, Endevor
• JIRA, Confluence
• CAMS II, HOGAN, MasterCard Clearing Optimizer, Visa Edit Package.
• 📈 Value Delivered:
• Seamless operations through proactive performance monitoring
• Knowledge transfer via comprehensive documentation and troubleshooting techniques
• Cross-functional collaboration bridging business requirements with technical implementation
• Passionate about leveraging deep mainframe expertise to drive digital transformation in financial services while ensuring operational excellence.

Dec 2020 – Sep 2021 · 9 mos

• Mastercard - Payment Systems Transformation
• Spearheaded large-scale modernization initiatives for global payment processing systems, driving digital transformation across critical financial infrastructure.
• 🚀 Major Achievements:
• Led migration of 700+ modules from COBOL to Java, ensuring seamless customer deployment
• Recognized with CEO Force for Good Award for exceptional contributions to organizational success
• Modernized payment processing using Cloud Frame Tool, significantly enhancing operational efficiency
• Delivered complex integrations for ISO 8583, Mexico/Japan Domestic conversions, and currency conversion enhancements
• ⚡ Technical Leadership:
• Full-cycle development:
• Low/high-level design, unit testing, system testing across mainframe platforms
• Agile excellence:
• Led cross-functional teams using Rally, JIRA, GitHub in fast-paced environments
• Automation pioneer: Developed process automation tools using Rexx and Easytrieve
• Performance optimization:
• Designed solutions exceeding performance expectations through specification review
• 🛠️ Technology Expertise:
• Core: COBOL, Java, ISO 8583, COBOL 3→5 migration
• Tools: Xpeditor, File-AID, Endeavour, Topaz, Eclipse, Volante Mapping Tools, Cloud Frame Tool
• Methodologies: Agile, DevOps best practices
• 📈 Impact:
• Established streamlined development policies improving product delivery
• Enhanced application functionality through third-party tool integration
• Ensured scalability and performance across end-user applications
• Drove IRD Interchange Compliance implementations
• Passionate about bridging legacy systems with modern technology to deliver world-class payment solutions.

Aug 2019 – Dec 2020 · 1 yr 4 mos

• Clearing & Settlement Team - Technical Leadership
• Drove critical financial processing systems as Senior Mainframe Developer, leading end-to-end development lifecycle while building high-performing engineering teams.
• 🎯 Leadership Excellence:
• Built and managed development teams - overseeing hiring, training, and professional development initiatives
• Delivered high-impact projects meeting tight deadlines while minimizing system disruptions
• Cultivated collaborative environment promoting teamwork, respect, and knowledge sharing
• Resolved complex conflicts through skilled negotiation and mutually beneficial solutions
• ⚡ Technical Mastery:
• Full-cycle ownership: Analysis, development, design, unit/system testing, and UAT support
• Continuous innovation: Acquired and applied new technologies to boost team efficiency and productivity
• Problem-solving excellence: Identified issues, analyzed complex data, and delivered effective solutions
• System reliability: Ensured robust performance of mission-critical clearing and settlement operations
• 🏛️ Operational Excellence:
• Regulatory compliance: Maintained adherence to industry standards, policies, and guidelines
• Customer-centric approach: Actively listened to concerns, resolved issues promptly, and escalated when needed
• Process improvement: Addressed operational challenges driving continuous service enhancements
• Risk management: Maintained safe, productive work environment while delivering exceptional results
• 📈 Impact:
• Consistently exceeded performance targets in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Enhanced team productivity through skill development and knowledge transfer
• Strengthened customer relationships through proactive issue resolution
• Passionate about combining technical expertise with leadership excellence to deliver world-class financial technology solutions.

Aug 2016 – Aug 2019 · 3 yrs

• GCMS Team - Core Systems Development
• Delivered enterprise-grade mainframe solutions while driving critical system modernization initiatives for global payment processing infrastructure.
• 🏆 Recognition & Impact:
• Awarded MasterCard Heart Award for outstanding contributions and exceptional performance
• Led COBOL 3 to COBOL 5 migration ensuring seamless transition of legacy systems
• Developed next-generation integration platform for internal applications, enhancing system connectivity
• Created innovative proofs of concept exploring cutting-edge solutions for complex business challenges
• ⚡ Technical Excellence:
• COBOL mastery: Developed comprehensive code from scratch and enhanced existing applications
• Quality assurance: Designed and executed comprehensive system test plans ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Database architecture: Designed database structures and table configurations for web applications
• Full-cycle development: Analysis, logical design, development, modification, debugging, and testing
• 🤝 Collaboration & Innovation:
• Business alignment: Collaborated with teams to understand requirements and contribute to SDLC documentation
• Proactive enhancement: Identified software improvement opportunities addressing future challenges
• Team engagement: Active participation in meetings providing updates on deadlines, designs, and enhancements
• Continuous improvement: Authored code fixes and enhancements for future releases and patches
• 📈 Delivered Value:
• Scalable, high-availability software products through thorough testing protocols
• Enhanced system reliability and performance across critical payment processing platforms
• Streamlined development processes through logical design and systematic approach
• Committed to delivering innovative mainframe solutions that drive business success while maintaining highest quality standards.

Aug 2014 – Jul 2016 · 1 yr 11 mos · Pune Area, India · On-site

• Syntel - Technology Training & Development
• Launched technical career building strong foundations in enterprise mainframe technologies while developing critical problem-solving and collaboration skills in fast-paced consulting environment.
• 🚀 Technical Foundation:
• Mainframe proficiency: Mastered COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, and CICS for efficient enterprise operations
• Quality engineering: Developed and executed comprehensive system test plans ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Performance optimization: Troubleshot business logic and performance issues in existing mainframe applications
• Solution design: Evaluated and implemented design solutions enhancing cost, quality, and software performance
• 🤝 Business Collaboration:
• Requirements gathering: Collaborated closely with business lines to understand complex requirements
• Documentation excellence: Actively contributed to SDLC documentation development and maintenance
• Strategic alignment: Partnered with technical leaders to align solutions with organizational standards
• Cross-functional communication: Bridged business needs with technical implementation strategies
• 📈 Operational Excellence:
• Performance monitoring: Continuously monitored code and application performance for seamless operations
• Problem resolution: Applied analytical thinking to identify and resolve complex technical challenges
• Knowledge integration: Leveraged both business and technical knowledge for effective enterprise solutions
• Best practices: Learned and applied industry standards for mainframe development and testing
• 💡 Key Learnings:
• Developed strong foundation in enterprise software development lifecycle
• Built expertise in legacy system maintenance and enhancement
• Cultivated collaborative approach to technical problem-solving
• Passionate about continuous learning and applying technical expertise to solve real-world business challenges.