Pankaj Ikhar

Product Manager

Pune, Maharashtra, India18 yrs 11 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 20 years of experience in enterprise-grade application delivery.
  • Expert in modernizing legacy systems to cloud-native architectures.
  • Proven track record in leading hybrid teams for impactful solutions.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cloud Solution Architect specializing in SaaS and Healthcare solutions.

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Skills

Core Skills

Cloud ArchitectureMicroservicesInsurance SolutionsHealthcare SolutionsFull-stack Development

Other Skills

C#.NET CoreAzure Blob StorageAzure FunctionsAzure Service BusAPI GatewayReact.jsMicroservices ArchitectureAngularASP.NETAWSDockerKubernetesREST APIsDevOps

About

I am a Microsoft & AWS-certified Solution Architect with 20 years of experience delivering enterprise-grade .NET applications in investment banking, insurance, and US healthcare domains. I specialize in โœ… Modernizing legacy systems into cloud-native, microservices-based architectures โœ… Leading hybrid teams across geographies to deliver high-impact solutions โœ… Optimizing delivery with Agile (PMI-ACP, PMP certified) and DevOps practices โœ… Building scalable systems using Azure, AWS, .NET Core, and clean architecture Over the years, I have: 1. Delivered successful outcomes for Fortune 500 and mid-size clients across the US and India 2. Served as an onsite Project Manager and offshore Delivery Lead 3. Designed and implemented secure, cost-effective cloud strategies using Azure & AWS 4. Mentored engineering teams, improved delivery velocity, and aligned tech with business outcomes ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Core Tech Expertise: .NET Core, Azure, AWS, WebAPI, Microservices, REST, C#, Dapper, SQL Server, EF Core, SSIS/SSRS, MVC, JavaScript, jQuery, DevSecOps ๐Ÿง  Domain Focus: 1. US Healthcare (HIPAA, EDI, Claims) 2. Investment Banking (Trade lifecycle, Risk, Settlement) 3. Insurance Platforms & Digital Transformation If you're building or transforming systems on Microsoft tech or cloud โ€” I bring architecture clarity, delivery strength, and business alignment. ๐Ÿ“ฉ Letโ€™s connect if youโ€™re looking for an architect who delivers scalable, real-world results. ๐ŸŒ Courses & Mentorship: https://edu.greenleafhubenterprises.com/

Experience

18 yrs 11 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 8 mos
Average Tenure
4 yrs 1 mo
Current Experience

Hcltech

2 roles

๐Ÿ’ผ Senior Solution Architect โ€“ Cloud-Based Document Management Solution (DMS)

Apr 2024 โ€“ Present ยท 2 yrs 1 mo ยท Pune District, Maharashtra, India

  • Architecting a cloud-native Document Management Solution (DMS) as part of a strategic cloud adoption initiative at AIA. The DMS serves as a centralized, scalable content management system for ingesting and managing documents from multiple enterprise applications and sources.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
  • Designed and delivered the end-to-end architecture of DMS, including high-level and low-level designs, ensuring scalability, performance, and extensibility.
  • Led requirement discovery and engaged in stakeholder management, driving clarity on product vision and technical feasibility.
  • Spearheaded modernization of legacy document systems, migrating to an Azure-based cloud ecosystem using Azure Functions, Blob Storage, and Service Bus.
  • Delivered POCs focused on performance optimization, cloud cost-efficiency, and future-ready architecture.
  • Contributed to cloud migration strategies and won RFP bids by showcasing the value proposition of the new DMS platform.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Tech Stack: C#, .NET Core, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Functions, Azure Service Bus, API Gateway, React.js, RFP Management, Microservices Architecture
C#.NET CoreAzure Blob StorageAzure FunctionsAzure Service BusAPI Gateway+4

๐Ÿ’ผ Senior Solution Architect โ€“ QDW Modernization & Product Transformation

Mar 2022 โ€“ Mar 2024 ยท 2 yrs ยท Pune District, Maharashtra, India

  • Currently leading the end-to-end architecture and modernization of a legacy QDW (Quantitative Data Warehouse) application into a cloud-native, microservices-based platform. Spearheading both technical vision and execution strategy to enable high-performance, scalable, and modular architecture aligned with enterprise goals.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Key Contributions:
  • Proposed and designed the target-state architecture for the QDW modernization, replacing a monolithic legacy platform with a containerized microservices ecosystem using .NET Core, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS.
  • Delivered performance-driven POCs to validate critical components, ensuring scalability, observability, and maintainability.
  • Defined and executed the transformation roadmap, bridging architectural design and team delivery alignment.
  • Led architecture assessments, conducted gap analysis, and introduced process improvements in the legacy system to enable smoother migration.
  • Worked extensively on the QDW SaaS product stack, providing technical leadership and mentoring to cross-functional teams.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Tech Stack: C#, .NET Core, Angular, ASP.NET, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices, REST APIs, DevOps
C#.NET CoreAngularASP.NETAWSDocker+5

Capgemini

๐Ÿ’ผ Technical Architect โ€“ Enterprise Insurance Solutions

Jan 2017 โ€“ Feb 2022 ยท 5 yrs 1 mo ยท Pune District, Maharashtra, India ยท On-site

  • Serving as Technical Architect for a leading global insurance provider, overseeing the entire business application portfolio that spans multiple workflows and domains within Property & Casualty Insurance. Responsible for full-cycle ownership of development, support, and architectural enhancements across all applications in the ecosystem.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
  • Leading design, development, and modernization of a diverse portfolio of over 25+ applications, covering underwriting, claims, billing, and customer engagement.
  • Spearheaded the transition of 25+ applications from client to Capgemini, establishing .NET as the core technology stack across the account.
  • Architecting new solutions and enhancements using .NET Core, Azure Cloud, and AKS, while ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Actively involved in offshore team leadership, stakeholder engagement, and solution presentations.
  • Instrumental in expanding business opportunities through consistent delivery excellence, laying the groundwork for account growth.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Tech Stack: .NET Core, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, Event-Driven Architecture, Dapper ORM, Docker, Angular, Azure SQL, Web API, Storage Accounts, Microsoft Azur
.NET CoreAzure Kubernetes Service (AKS)Azure FunctionsEvent-Driven ArchitectureDapper ORMDocker+6

Aetna

๐Ÿ’ผ Technology Solutions Lead โ€“ Medicaid & Medicare Solutions (Aetna, CVS Health)

Aug 2013 โ€“ Jan 2017 ยท 3 yrs 5 mos ยท Greater Phoenix Area ยท On-site

  • Led development and support of key Medicaid and Medicare applications within the Aetna business unit, contributing to mission-critical healthcare solutions for government programs. Played a pivotal role in designing, enhancing, and stabilizing applications developed using the Microsoft technology stack.
  • ๐Ÿ”น Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
  • Oversaw full-stack development and production support for multiple applications in the Medicaid domain, aligned with federal compliance and business regulations.
  • Led an offshore development team and maintained close collaboration with onshore business stakeholders, ensuring agile delivery with strong governance.
  • Drove technical upgrades and code modernization, improving system performance, security, and maintainability.
  • Successfully delivered under Agile Scrum methodology, managing backlog grooming, sprint planning, and release management.
  • ๐Ÿ”ง Tech Stack: VB.NET, ASP.NET, ASP.NET MVC, Web API, SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, WCF, AJAX, C#, Agile Scrum, Microsoft Stack
VB.NETASP.NETASP.NET MVCWeb APISQL ServerSSIS+7

Allianz global assistance

Technology Analyst

Jun 2012 โ€“ Jul 2013 ยท 1 yr 1 mo ยท Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

  • I worked as a senior .net lead for the ProductManager (PDS) at Allianz Global Assistance. I have handled a team of ten people along with development work. My work involves design and implementation of ProductManager tool. ProductManger is core business application of AGA business. PDS is used to create business data by business users across the Globe. I was involved through out the life-cycle of a project, inluding business analysis, requirement analysis, development, unit testing, UAT support, deployment and support.

Citizens bank

Technology Analyst

Sep 2011 โ€“ May 2012 ยท 8 mos ยท Providence County, Rhode Island, United States

  • I worked for Citizens Bank in Cranston, Rhode Island as lead developer in New Account Opening (NAO) project. NAO involves creating new customer information in the system as well as maintaining required documents in electronic format. NAO is highly visible project used by bank representatives across the country. Technology involved in this project is ASP.net, C#, oracle, WCF, sql server, console applications.

Ubs investment bank

Technology Analyst

Jul 2009 โ€“ Aug 2011 ยท 2 yrs 1 mo ยท Greater Chicago Area

  • I worked on FXCM (Forex and Cash Management) a real time trading application at UBS Global Asset Management, Chicago. FXCM manages the currency investment for the UBS clients. Highly critical and important application within Global Asset Management. I have managed entire application from business and technical aspects. Involved in each and every phase of SDLC. FXCM is built using C#, windows forms, windows services and Oracle database.

Infosys

2 roles

Senior System Engineer

Dec 2007 โ€“ Jun 2009 ยท 1 yr 6 mos

  • I worked for American Express on Sales and Servicing Portal (SSP) application. SSP is the customer care application of American express to serve all credit card holders. SSP is developed in vb.net and asp.net. I was involved in maintenance and enhancement of SSP application which includes change requests implementation. I have done analysis, design, coding and unit testing.

Software Developer

Dec 2006 โ€“ Dec 2007 ยท 1 yr

  • Project Name DJ Research tool (Finance application )
  • Client Dow Jones ,USA
  • Description of the project
  • DJ research tool is the finance application used for company information maintenance. This
  • Application used for Mergers & Acquisitions such as adding new partners, acquisition details etc. It was developed using C#, Sql Server 2005 and ASP .Net. I was involved in development.
  • Role : Software Developer, offshore
  • Software : ASP.NET 2.0 ,C# ,SQL SERVER 2005

Education

Amravati University

Bachelor of Engineering - BE

Jun 2001 โ€“ May 2005

Bachelor of Engineering โ€” Electronics and Telecommunication

Jan 2001 โ€“ Jan 2005

Shivaji Science College Amravati

HSC โ€” Electronics and communication; 2005

Jan 1999 โ€“ Jan 2001

Nanadgaon Highschool Amravati

SSC โ€” School

Jan 1989 โ€“ Jan 1999

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