Jan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 5 mos · Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid

Aug 2018 – Present · 7 yrs 10 mos · Toronto, Canada Area · Hybrid

• Led the architecture and development of Scotiabank's mobile apps, driving the implementation of key features such as Campaigns and Offers, Transfers, Bill Payments, E-Transfer, 2FA, Account Summary, Transaction Search, Onboarding, TransUnion Integration, PDF Statements, Void Cheques, International Money Movement, Western Union, Scotia Online Integration, Dark Mode Support, Medallia Integration, and Smart Money. This initiative significantly enhanced user experience and operational efficiency.
• Conducted peer reviews to uphold code quality, spearheaded feature development from concept to deployment with a focus on user-centric design, and implemented rigorous UI and unit testing, including scripting for test data automation.

Oct 2017 – Apr 2018 · 6 mos · United Kingdom · Hybrid

• Led a team in developing the proactive credit limit increase (PCLI) feature, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Oversaw project timeline planning and ticket creation in JIRA, ensuring efficient workflow and task allocation, while authoring comprehensive documentation in Confluence for clear guideline communication.

Dec 2016 – Oct 2017 · 10 mos · Leeds, United Kingdom

• Oversaw the development of key features including multi-device networking and video live streaming, while effectively coordinating with an offshore development team in Ukraine.
• Managed all aspects of feature planning, refinement, and sprint planning, ensuring robust feature development, timely bug fixes, and meticulous peer review processes.
• Additionally, maintained transparent communication with the company's founders by regularly reporting on project health and promptly addressing any escalations, thereby ensuring project milestones were met efficiently and effectively.

May 2015 – Sep 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos · Chennai

• Spearheaded the development of a mobile application designed to deliver customized meal plans for various health conditions. My leadership extended to managing a team of developers in crafting a robust backend using PHP, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.

Apr 2015 – May 2015 · 1 mo · Chennai Area, India

• Created an iOS app and HTML5 web app featuring animations that serve as AhaGuru's core teaching material, making complex concepts more accessible and engaging for students. This project exemplified my ability to leverage technology in education, creating tools that not only facilitate learning but also make it more engaging and effective.

Jul 2010 – Apr 2015 · 4 yrs 9 mos · Chennai Area, India

• Spearheaded the development of high-fidelity simulations for aerospace vehicles using CADAC++, including a specialized module for modeling aircraft countermeasures like chaffs and flares. My contributions extended to refining F16 and AIM model simulations across aerospace, structural, propulsion, and control modules, enhancing engagement scenario realism.
• Introduced algorithms optimizing countermeasure deployment and a COIP guidance algorithm for defense missiles, leveraging differential game theory for efficacy in both simulations and real-world applications.
• This groundbreaking work, which underpinned my PhD and led to a $15,000 study award, resulted in five publications in esteemed journals and conferences, alongside explorations in mobile app development.

Jul 2009 – May 2010 · 10 mos · Cambridge, MA, USA

• Designed and implemented software models in MATLAB/Simulink to accurately simulate human spatial perception thresholds, contributing to advancements in understanding sensory processing.
• In the role of Graduate Research Assistant, conducted extensive research on signal detection theory, leading to the development of sophisticated software models that enhance predictions and analyses of human perceptual capabilities.
• Engineered advanced nonlinear controllers for helicopter simulations in MATLAB, optimizing flight control systems for enhanced stability and performance.
• Conducted rigorous experimentation with Kalman filters and optimal control strategies in Simulink, significantly improving the accuracy and efficiency of helicopter model simulations.

Jan 2009 – May 2009 · 4 mos · Cambridge, MA, USA

• Facilitated hands-on laboratory sessions for a Control Systems course, guiding students through the practical application of theoretical concepts and reinforcing their understanding of dynamic system analysis and design.

Sep 2007 – Jul 2008 · 10 mos · Chennai

• Focused on the development and simulation of software models for automotive control systems, applying my expertise to enhance system reliability and performance through rigorous testing and simulation methodologies.