SUMMARY:

• Highly motivated Mainframe Developer experienced in technologies like COBOL, DB2, JCL, CICS and utilities like DFSORT etc.
• Overall 11+ years’ experience in IT development with exposure to various tools and technologies.
• 2+ years’ experience as a Certified Scrum Master also successfully managing multiple software development projects within a strategic program.
• Strong experience in developing stored procedure - Cobbol-DB2 and Native SQL using tools like Data Studios and SPUFI.
• Experience in developing COBOL, DB2 and CICS programs. Preparing screen for user data mapping with database and showing results in front end screen.
• Experience in developing Micro Focus Cobol pgm and running UNIX scripts.
• Experienced in code optimization techniques and bring down CPU consumption and storage cost.
• Experienced in handling complex database structure, Normalization of database and understanding of LDM and PDM models.
• Experience in Business rule extraction from legacy applications using Evolve IT tool.
• Worked extensively on Batch scheduling tools like Control M, CA Job track and ESP.
• Experienced in working with stakeholders to develop architecture framework that aligns strategy, processes and IT assets with business goals.
• Provided direction and oversight to project teams to design, develop, deploy and sustain solutions that meet applicable business requirements.
• Strong project management skills including project planning, scheduling, monitoring, execution, budgeting and resourcing.
• Core competencies in managing high complex cross-functional teams across various technologies and platforms.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of both Business and Technical processes, worked closely with Business partners and technical team to align both sides on single vision.
• Expert in release planning involving cross functional team in Devops with tools like Topaz and XLR (release management tool).
• Well versed with Microsoft suite products (word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio).
• Highly motivated and avid self-starter with excellent communication, presentation, entrepreneurial, leadership and motivational skills, can perform well both independently and within a team, always willing to work in challenging and cross-platform environments.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Tools: Cobol, DB2, Native SQL, CICS, IMS DB, JCL, Data Studios, Rally, JIRA, CI/CD - XLR, Topaz, Java Script, SQL, Version One, Evolve IT, Xpeditor etc

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Technical Lead / Scrum Master

Responsibilities:

• Analyzed the existing Cobol programs, Jobs, DB2 Database of Merchant Payment and settlement systems.
• Created Functional Designs from the Business Requirement Documents.
• Participated in the functional Design/Detail Design Review meetings.
• Created system Flowcharts using VISIO.
• Created native Stored procedures for updates to the database.
• Designed/Coded new programs using COBOL and SQL for the pricing module of the Merchant payment system.
• Performed Root cause analysis to identify the cause of issues in the Test/Production environment by the team during SIT, UAT & implementation.
• Designed Easytrieve Reports for the Homestead Module.
• Worked collaboratively with onshore and offshore teams, product manager and business owners.
• Facilitates all Scrum Ceremonies including PI Planning, Backlog Grooming, Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint retrospectives, Sprint Demos, and Release Planning.
• Defining and deploying new product development processes and in facilitating the continuous improvement of existing processes.
• Mentor team to understand Business rule extraction process and review the deliverables.

Confidential

Technical lead

Responsibilities:

• Coded mainframe development assignments in COBOL, modified tables in DB2, created job cards in JCL to run batch jobs, and modified online screens using CICS.
• Performed regression testing and system testing to gauge system performance
• Created Unit Test Documents containing test case procedure, data sources, results, and screen captures highlighting input and output data, indicators, and system display statements
• Supported the migration of modules into the production environment using the Changeman tool by packaging the modules, submitting the package to verify the return code, and casting the package to enter the staging region
• Implemented changes to the communication interface between the mainframe and web space which added new client data fields and indicators while verifying incoming back-end data against the front-end

Confidential

Technical Lead

Responsibilities:

• Onshore lead for projects and coordinated offshore team for delivery.
• Worked extensively on DB2 tables and stored procedures.
• Developed Cobol DB2 modules to perform calculations.
• Integration of Stored procedure with Pega screens and data availability.
• Conducted daily sessions / calls with offshore developers until project Implementation. Discussion of Business requirement, Code review, and test defects walkthrough and Implementation activities.
• Banking and Financial - Life cycle of credit card processing, Merchant settlement process, Fee calculation and promotion offers, Audit and financial balancing reports and enabling installment features.
• Logistics and Chain supply management - Freight management, Automotive fleet management and packaging operations, Mechanic work planning and scheduling, Part maintenance and warranty claims and payroll generation
• Medical claim adjudication process, Claim settlements and Medical enrollments.