I have accumulated 6+ years of valuable experience in IT, specializing in Mainframe Applications Development. Throughout my career, I have taken on a wide range of responsibilities that span the entire software development lifecycle. These responsibilities include conducting requirement analysis, creating design solutions, developing software, overseeing implementation, and performing thorough testing. My expertise is rooted in a variety of Mainframe technologies, including COBOL, DB2, CICS, JCL, and VSAM. Furthermore, my proficiencies extend to encompassing a comprehensive understanding of credit card processing systems. My role in a banking firm has provided me with the opportunity to deliver online solutions for various business requirements and consistently engage with end-users, enabling me to develop a profound understanding of their specific needs and the intricacies of the credit card processing domain. I have hands-on experience with several important tools and technologies, including:
SQL - SPUFI, QMF, SYNCSORT, CA File Master, INFOMAN, ENDEVOR, Debugging tool - INTERTEST.
During my tenure at Accenture, I had the privilege of working on two significant projects:
Project #1: Client: First Data Corporation
Duration: July 2009 to January 2015
Team Size: 5
My Role: SE (Senior Mainframe Programmer & Offshore Coordinator)
In this project, I was engaged with First Data Corporation, an insurance firm responsible for managing transactions for various US and international financial institutions. The project's primary focus was on enhancing and maintaining a complex Mainframe-based system that operated in both batch and online environments. My responsibilities included:
Throughout my role, I held a multifaceted position that demanded a combination of technical skills, project management abilities, and effective communication to ensure the successful execution of complex projects.
Project #2: Client: AT&T IT AO
Duration: Aug 2008 to Feb 2009
Team Size: 6
My Role: ASE (Programmer in Mainframe)
In this project, I was part of the Billing Domain team for AT&T, a leading telecom firm. Specifically, I worked in the Usage Processing Team, which involved tasks such as processing usage data, rating, pricing, and more. This project encompassed the handling of Local Call Processing, Toll Call Processing, and Long-Distance Call Processing.
My responsibilities in this project included both maintaining and enhancing the existing system, along with documenting the results of our work. This project provided me with valuable experience in the telecom industry, particularly in the billing and call processing aspects.