Debal Dutta
Atlanta,GA
Summary
A Technical Architect with over a decade of experience, specializing in Sterling B2B integrations, EDI mapping, and MFT. Currently leading the B2B portfolio at Cognizant, leveraging expertise in IBM Sterling products, including B2B Integrator, Sterling File Gateway, Gentran, Secure Proxy, etc. Proficient in integrating cloud solutions like Google Cloud, Azure, and AWS with Sterling tools, while ensuring seamless communication using protocols such as AS2, FTPs, SFTP, and HTTPS.
Known for driving efficiency through automation and proactive problem-solving, contributing to optimized operations and reduced manual efforts. Passionate about enabling robust and scalable B2B ecosystems, combining technical acumen with a commitment to collaboration and industry best practices.Holds the Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certification, underscoring a strong foundation in cloud technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Architect – Projects
Cognizant
11.2024 - Current
- Managed project deliverables, ensuring timely completion through collaboration with internal teams and project members.
- Led the integration technology stack, primarily utilizing IBM Sterling and MFT as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
- Designed, implemented, and managed integration solutions using Sterling Integrator, Gentran, and Sterling File Gateway.
- Oversaw end-to-end activities for IBM Sterling products, including maintenance, development, testing, and monitoring.
- Analyzed business requirements to establish business-to-business integration between disparate IT systems.
- Formulated technical requirements for B2B integration interfaces and estimated development costs.
- Conducted incident management and change management for all delivered integration services.
- Liaised with third-party vendors to assess technical capabilities and support system integration testing.
Senior Associate – Projects
Cognizant
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Analyzed business requirements for exchanging transactions among retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers of automotive and industrial parts.
- Formulated technical specifications for industry-standard X-12 documents, XML, or proprietary formats.
- Designed and developed B2B/EDI/MFT applications to meet customer requirements and Cognizant standards.
- Coordinated transition of business and technical requirements to offshore team members.
- Developed Sterling Integrator/MFT processes, EDI translation maps, and business connections to enhance data exchange.
- Authored test cases and test plans for comprehensive testing of developed solutions.
- Supported unit, integration, and user acceptance testing to ensure quality deliverables.
- Executed deployment of tested code and prepared for go-live activities.
Senior EDI Consultant
Capgemini
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Established data center migration plan from B2B application perspective.
- Created FTPS, AS2 and SFTP connections for new VAN integrations with Gentran, Sterling, and MFT.
- Served as product owner for B2B portfolio, collaborating on future product roadmap.
- Collaborated with logistics team to finalize EDIFACT and X12 structures for carriers.
- Configured mailbox relationships on GXS trading grid to enhance connectivity.
- Renewed system certificates across all Sterling environments to maintain compliance.
- Developed business processes and Sterling Maps adhering to EDI and non-EDI standards.
- Optimized queue performance by introducing stealing properties and adjusting heap memory.
IT Analyst
Tata Consultancy Services
08.2014 - 12.2019
- Gathered requirements through system studies and stakeholder sessions.
- Led Gentran to Sterling Integrator end-to-end migration project.
- Developed Sterling Integrator configurations for file transfers using FTP, sFTP, FTPs, HTTP/S, and AS2 protocols.
- Created EDI envelope configurations within Sterling Integrator for customer identification.
- Installed and performed regular patch upgrades on Sterling B2B Integrator.
- Designed routing channels and templates, organizing communities based on solution requirements.
- Configured static and dynamic routing on SFG to optimize data flow.
- Analyzed user requirements, obtaining approvals on designs and specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communication Engineering
West Bengal University of Technology
06-2014
Skills
- IBM Sterling B2B Integrator
- IBM Sterling File Gateway
- Gentran
- MFT
- EDI standards (ANSI X12, EDIFACT)
- Business process modeling language (BPML)
- EDI mapping
- SFTP, AS2, HTTP/HTTPS, and FTP/FTPS
- PGP encryption/decryption
- Sterling Secure Proxy (SSP)
- Sterling external authentication server (SEAS)
- Sterling Control Center (ICC)
- Sterling product installation, version upgrade, patching, and maintenance
- Cloud platforms (Google Cloud, Azure)
- REST API development
- Industry expertise (retail, automotive, logistics, insurance)
Certification
- IBM Certified Sterling B2B Integrator Solution Implementer, Tata Consultancy Services
- Sterling Integrator Administration and Fine Tuning, Tata Consultancy Services
- Sterling Integrator Fundamentals, Tata Consultancy Services
- Sterling Integrator Advanced Business Process Modelling, Tata Consultancy Services
- Microsoft Azure Fundamental (AZ-900), Cognizant Technology Solutions
Parents
Goutam Dutta, Jayanti Dutta
Personal Information
- Passport Number: P5111677
- Date of Birth: 11/06/89
- Nationality: Indian
- Visa Status: H1B
Timeline
Technical Architect – Projects
Cognizant
11.2024 - Current
Senior Associate – Projects
Cognizant
02.2021 - 11.2024
Senior EDI Consultant
Capgemini
01.2020 - 02.2021
IT Analyst
Tata Consultancy Services
08.2014 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communication Engineering
West Bengal University of Technology
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