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Royston Nnamdi

The Colony,TX

Summary

Insightful Integrations Manager with 6+ years of experience leading complex integration teams and projects. Demonstrated expertise in budget control, time management, and consistently delivering projects on schedule. Possesses extensive knowledge of integration technologies and tools, including cloud and on-premise applications, as well as gateways like Layer 7 API. Proven track record of optimizing enterprise applications, streamlining operations, and improving project efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Integrations Manager

Cognizant
08.2019 - Current
  • Led a team of 15+ integration specialists, overseeing daily operations, project assignments, and performance evaluations
  • Managed multiple concurrent integration projects with budgets exceeding $5 million, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate and maintaining stringent budget controls
  • Conducted POCs for Oracle Integration Cloud and Mulesoft, integrating tools such as FTP, SOAP, REST, and FBDI
  • Developed and implemented strategic roadmaps for integration solutions
  • Collaborated with senior management and key stakeholders to align integration projects with business objectives
  • Streamlined deployment processes, promoting BPEL and OSB codes to higher environments using Jenkins
  • Enhanced development practices, resulting in a 20% reduction in delivery times
  • Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies, ensuring project continuity and minimizing disruptions
  • Negotiated with vendors and managed third-party services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.

Senior Integrations Manager

Ally Financial Inc.
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Directed a team of 10+ integration engineers in integrating legacy systems with Oracle Applications and Cloud Systems
  • Implemented training programs to upskill team members on new technologies and methodologies
  • Developed integration strategies utilizing Oracle ICS, OSB, and Mulesoft
  • Ensured projects were completed on time and within budget, aligning with organizational goals
  • Oversaw the allocation of middleware development resources, both domestically and internationally
  • Implemented resource optimization strategies, improving efficiency by 15%
  • Worked closely with Solution Architects and System Analysts to identify business requirements and build comprehensive integration solutions
  • Facilitated regular project update meetings with stakeholders
  • Established KPIs and performance metrics, continuously monitoring and improving team performance and project outcomes
  • Championed Agile methodologies, leading to a 25% increase in project delivery speed and adaptability.

Integration Manager

City of Seattle
03.2017 - 02.2018
  • Managed enterprise-wide integration projects, implementing an Enterprise Error Handling Framework and expanding services to multiple consumers
  • Designed SOA principles and best practice guidelines, improving service identification, reusability, and granularity
  • Enhanced QA processes, leading to a 30% reduction in defects
  • Led cross-functional teams in the development and deployment of integration solutions
  • Coordinated with BA and client teams to resolve functional and operational issues
  • Implemented cost-saving measures that reduced integration expenses by 10% without compromising quality
  • Introduced new integration technologies and methodologies, enhancing system capabilities and performance.
  • Reduced downtime during integrations by implementing comprehensive contingency plans and backup procedures.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by conducting post-mortem analyses on completed integration projects to identify areas for growth and development.

Integration Manager

Schneider National Inc.
01.2016 - 02.2017
  • Directed integration projects, stabilizing production environments and managing migration phases
  • Ensured seamless integration of Salesforce, EBS, and REST APIs with Oracle adapters
  • Developed data source connections, JMS Queues, and integration solutions using Oracle OSB/SOA12c/B2B
  • Enhanced system performance and reliability
  • Supervised a team of integration developers, providing guidance and support to ensure successful project execution
  • Produced comprehensive technical documentation and user guides, facilitating easier knowledge transfer and system maintenance
  • Implemented rigorous testing protocols, achieving a 95% defect-free rate in integration solutions.

Integration Manager

Dozietech
06.2014 - 12.2015
  • Led the development and implementation of OSB proxy and business services
  • Managed error handling and message integration for complex projects
  • Improved existing BPEL services, eliminating bugs and optimizing performance
  • Oversaw the deployment and testing of OSB and BPEL processes
  • Maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met and exceeding their expectations with timely, high-quality integrations
  • Implemented continuous improvement processes, resulting in a 15% increase in operational efficiency.

Integrations Architect

Cognizant
01.2013 - 06.2014
  • Designed and implemented enterprise application integration solutions
  • Integrated BPEL processes with ANT scripts and deployed through PL/SQL
  • Utilized JRockit Mission Control to identify and resolve high CPU SOA services, improving overall system performance
  • Worked with diverse teams to deliver cohesive and robust integration solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals.

Software Developer

Carnegie Mellon University
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Developed enterprise applications using Java and Oracle Fusion Middleware
  • Managed end-to-end software development lifecycle, including coding, debugging, and testing
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions
  • Introduced innovative solutions to complex problems, enhancing software functionality and user experience.

Education

MBA -

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI

Bachelors in Business Management -

ESUT

Skills

  • Team Leadership & Development
  • Complex Project Management
  • Cloud Integration & Migration
  • Budget & Time Control
  • Oracle Fusion Middleware
  • Layer 7 API Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Incident Management
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Agile & DevOps Methodologies
  • Risk Management & Mitigation
  • Vendor Management
  • Oracle Service Bus (OSB)
  • Weblogic Application Server
  • Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC)
  • Mulesoft
  • SOA Suite (10g/11g/12c)
  • Business Process Management (BPM & BPMN)
  • Cloud Integration (SaaS, REST/JSON)
  • Java, SQL, PL/SQL
  • CI/CD
  • Operations Management
  • Cross-Functional Teamwork
  • Performance Management
  • Policy Implementation
  • Product Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Effective Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Positive Attitude
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Attention to Detail

Certification

  • AWS Solutions Architect Associate, 61088274
  • CI/CD Implementation for DevOps, 59985333
  • DevOps with Docker: Container Management, 61087509
  • Oracle Cloud Platform Application Integration 2020 Certified Specialist

Timeline

Senior Integrations Manager

Cognizant
08.2019 - Current

Senior Integrations Manager

Ally Financial Inc.
03.2018 - 07.2019

Integration Manager

City of Seattle
03.2017 - 02.2018

Integration Manager

Schneider National Inc.
01.2016 - 02.2017

Integration Manager

Dozietech
06.2014 - 12.2015

Integrations Architect

Cognizant
01.2013 - 06.2014

Software Developer

Carnegie Mellon University
01.2010 - 12.2012

MBA -

University of Michigan

Bachelors in Business Management -

ESUT

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