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KIRUTHIGA SEMUR DEIVASIGAMANI

Milpitas,CA

Summary

I have accumulated over 8 years of significant experience in the field of Information Technology. Amongst this, I possess more than 6 years of expertise specializing in Mainframe Applications Development, complemented by an additional 2 years as a QA Engineer. Throughout my professional journey, I have undertaken diverse responsibilities covering the entire spectrum of the software development lifecycle. These responsibilities encompassed tasks such as requirement analysis, design, unit testing, documentation, as well as support and maintenance activities.

My proficiency is deeply rooted in a range of Mainframe technologies, including COBOL, DB2, CICS, JCL, and VSAM. I have played a pivotal role in Mainframe Applications Development and maintenance, particularly within the banking sector, with a focused emphasis on credit card issuing.

Over the course of my career, I have acquired hands-on experience with several critical tools and technologies, including SQL (SPUFI, QMF), CA File Master, INFOMAN, ENDEVOR, and debugging tools such as INTERTEST. This diverse skill set has equipped me to navigate and excel in the dynamic landscape of Mainframe development, ensuring successful project outcomes and effective contributions to the organizations I've been a part of.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

QA Engineer

Hashprompt Softwares
12.2020 - 08.2023
  • Actively participated in testing the web based application.
  • Collaborated with the development team to understand requirements and design test cases accordingly.
  • Executed manual test cases to ensure the functionality, usability, and compatibility of software applications.
  • Identified, documented, and tracked software defects using JIRA.
  • Conducted regression testing to verify bug fixes and ensure the stability of software releases.
  • Prepared and maintained comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test summary reports.

Senior Software Engineer

Accenture
06.2008 - 01.2015

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, now known as Fiserv,American payment processing company 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:

  • Requirements Analysis: Conducting a comprehensive analysis of requirements gathered from Business Analysts.
  • Detailed Design: Active participation in the detailed design process for the application, contributing to its effective structure and architecture.
  • Code Testing: Rigorously testing code changes to ensure they met the specified functional and technical requirements, guaranteeing the software's reliability and performance.
  • Offshore Coordination: Collaborating with an offshore team to ensure the delivery of high-quality deliverables related to the application.
  • Application Development : I played an active role in application development and closely collaborated with the Development team to verify and validate the business functionalities within the Product Control file application.
  • Regression Testing: Conducting thorough regression testing of the application to identify and rectify any potential issues.
  • On-Time Module Delivery: Ensuring the on-time delivery of project modules, with a strong emphasis on achieving the desired level of quality.
  • Issue Resolution: Identifying and addressing issues (defects) within the application, thus maintaining the software's reliability and performance.
  • Installation Support: Providing essential installation support for the application, ensuring a smooth transition to the production environment.
  • Job Monitoring: Monitoring job processes and proactively resolving any job abends or errors to uphold the seamless operation of the systems.
  • Incident Record Resolution: Taking responsibility for the prompt and effective resolution of incident records, preventing any issues from impeding the project's progress.


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.


Duration: MAY, 2012 - NOV, 2012

My Role : Onsite Coordinator/Application Analyst

Location : First Data ,Omaha,Nebraska


  • During my tenure at First Data while working onshore, I undertook a range of responsibilities and activities, including:
  • Onsite Coordinator cum Application Analyst: I served as an onsite coordinator, overseeing project activities and acting as an application analyst
  • Offshore Work Allocation and Capacity Management: I was responsible for allocating tasks to the offshore team and managing their workload to ensure efficient project execution
  • Application Development: I actively participated in application development, contributing to medium-level design preparations based on the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
  • Full Lifecycle Involvement: I was engaged in all phases of the project lifecycle, including Analysis, Design, complex coding, Testing, Implementation, and post-implementation support, starting from the initial stages
  • Documentation: I prepared both technical and functional documents to ensure comprehensive documentation of the project's processes and requirements
  • Results Review: I conducted reviews to assess the results and progress of the project, ensuring that it aligned with the objectives and met quality standards
  • Job Monitoring and Abend Resolution: I monitored job executions and resolved any abends or errors that occurred during the process to maintain smooth project operations
  • Incident Record Resolution: I addressed and resolved incident records promptly, ensuring that issues were resolved efficiently and did not impact project progress
  • These activities showcase my hands-on involvement in various aspects of the project, from coordination and analysis to development, testing, and documentation, all contributing to the successful execution of the project.


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.

Education

MBA - Information Systems

Bharathiyar University
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
05.2010

Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology

Kongu Engineering College, Anna University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
04.2008

Skills

  • VSAM
  • CICS
  • JCL
  • DB2
  • Common Business-Oriented Language (COBOL)
  • Development Lifecycles
  • Programming
  • Validate Code

Additional Information

Green card holder

Certification

  • [ The Complete Mainframe Professional Course - 4 Courses in 1 ], [Udemy] - [Sept-2023]


  • [Mainframe: The Complete COBOL Course From Beginner To Expert] , [Udemy] - [Oct-2023]


  • [Mainframe: Code DB2 on COBOL Programs for Absolute Beginners] ,T [Udemy] - [Oct-2023]

Timeline

QA Engineer

Hashprompt Softwares
12.2020 - 08.2023

Senior Software Engineer

Accenture
06.2008 - 01.2015

MBA - Information Systems

Bharathiyar University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology

Kongu Engineering College, Anna University
KIRUTHIGA SEMUR DEIVASIGAMANI