Sakthibalan Raju
Summary
Experienced and result-oriented Solution Architect with over 15 years of expertise in designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-grade software solutions. Proficient in Java/J2EE technologies, cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), and modern frameworks like Spring Boot, Hibernate, and JPA. Skilled in Blockchain, IoT, and Microservices architectures to drive innovation and scalability in various domains, including supply chain management, finance, and pharmaceuticals. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver secure and robust applications, ensuring alignment with business goals. Certified as Oracle Certified Java Professional (OCJP) and AWS Solution Architect.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Programmer Trainee/Software Developer
Tenth Planet Technologies
- Developed social learning platforms, eLearning applications, and custom integrations for third-party order management systems.
- Various Clients
Solution Architect
BONbLOC, USA
05.2021 - Current
- WISMO Tracker
- Designed and developed a central repository for delivery status management using Hyperledger Fabric Blockchain, enabling real-time tracking and reducing delivery discrepancies.
- Migrated database infrastructure from SQL to Oracle to optimize performance and scalability.
- Implemented a robust Blockchain ecosystem with Docker Swarm, ensuring high availability, fault tolerance, and efficient ledger backup/recovery processes.
- Developed intuitive user interfaces using Angular and Node.js for seamless interaction with the ledger.
- Edge Data Management - Cold Chain Monitoring
- Architected comprehensive solutions for real-time data tracking and monitoring across various fields, including asset tracking, cold chain management, and agriculture. It facilitates live location tracking, alerts, and issue management for assets like cattle, enables end-to-end temperature monitoring in cold chains, and supports agricultural decision-making through sensor-based soil and water analytics. The platform offers tools for device readings, alert management, gateway status tracking, and issue logging, alongside dashboards that present data trends and key metrics through graphs and detailed logs. Its user-friendly features aim to optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and minimize manual intervention.
- Engineered an IoT-enabled solution and designed Blockchain-powered data storage for tracking environmental parameters across multiple IoT devices.
- LIQ - Traceability Management
- Delivered an end-to-end traceability system for tracking pharmaceutical and grocery products along the supply chain.
- Enabled regulatory compliance with FSMA 204 and DSCSA by logging Critical Tracking Events (CTEs) using Blockchain.
- Deployed a Kubernetes-based dynamic channel creation system to improve scalability and security in Blockchain operations.
- Solution Architect Responsibilities:
- Designed API specifications for integration with third-party systems.
- Provided leadership for a cross-functional team of developers, BAs, and QAs, ensuring project deliverables.
- Technologies: Angular, Java Middleware, Hyperledger Fabric Blockchain, Hyperledger Explorer
- Team Supervision: 12+ resources
- Invoice Reconciliation
- Automated shipment transaction processes and financial reconciliation for trading partners using Blockchain.
- Improved contract approval workflows by integrating smart contracts into the Blockchain framework.
- Ensured system scalability and fault tolerance by deploying multiple peer nodes.
- Solution Architect Responsibilities:
- Designed smart contract frameworks to optimize transaction validation.
- Guided development teams on best practices for Blockchain integration.
- Conducted requirement analysis and created architectural blueprints to ensure alignment with business needs.
- Defined integration patterns between Blockchain and existing enterprise systems.
- Mentored the team on implementing security best practices for Blockchain data integrity.
- Defined IoT data integration protocols for seamless sensor-to-ledger communication.
- Led the deployment strategy to manage large-scale Blockchain networks.
- Technologies: Angular, Java Middleware, Hyperledger Fabric Blockchain, Hyperledger Explorer
Architect
Virtusa Technologies – Client: AMEX, USA
11.2018 - 05.2021
- Migrated legacy applications into Microservices architecture to improve scalability and fault tolerance.
- Designed APIs using Spring Boot and GraphQL, securing them with Google Apigee Edge and custom HMAC authentication.
- Leveraged Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming and monitoring through Kibana dashboards.
- Led Agile teams to deliver APIs hosted on OpenShift using automated CI/CD pipelines.
- Technologies: Java, Spring Boot, GraphQL, Kafka, Apigee, OpenShift
Technical Architect
Hexaware Technologies – Client: Jeldwen, USA
10.2015 - 10.2018
- Led the migration of desktop quoting applications to web-based platforms, improving user experience and system reliability.
- Designed robust frameworks for product catalog visualization and automated quote generation.
- Refactored legacy codebases for better maintainability and performance.
- Technologies: Java, JSF, EJB, SOAP, REST, SQL
Sr. Java Developer
Hexaware Technologies – Client: UNISYS, USA
03.2014 - 10.2015
- Modernized an Airport Logistics Management System, implementing a multi-tenant architecture and improving security using JAAS.
Java/J2EE Developer
Hexaware Technologies – Client: DekaBank, Germany
10.2013 - 02.2014
- Developed web services and user interfaces for risk analysis tools, leveraging Spring and JPA for scalability.
Education
MPhil - Computer Science
Alagappa University
MSc - Computer Science
Madurai Kamaraj University
BSc - Computer Science
Madurai Kamaraj University
Skills
- Programming Languages: Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL
- Frameworks & Tools: Spring Boot, Hibernate, Struts, JPA, Maven, Ant
- Web Services: SOAP, REST, JAX-WS, JAX-RS
- Cloud & DevOps: Azure, AWS, Jenkins, OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes, Nexus, Artifactory, XLR
- Databases: Oracle, SQL Server, Sybase
- UI Technologies: Angular, JSF, AJAX, JSON
- Blockchain architecture
- API integration
- Microservices design
- Real-time data processing
- Cloud deployment
- Agile project management
- Database migration
- IoT solutions
- Smart contracts
- Cross-functional leadership
- User interface development
- Data analytics
- Legacy system modernization
- Security protocols
- Continuous integration
- Performance analysis
- Debugging techniques
- Software development
- Web development
- Solution architecture
- Blockchain implementation
- IoT integration
- API design
Accomplishments
- Designed a new workflow to improve overall query performance.
- Developed an innovative software package that automated the engineering and production of Traceability.
- Served as Lead Programmer on Risk Management.
- Developed Internal Metrics, resulting in a 30% increase in employee productivity.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Supervised team of 50 staff members.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Created a robust software testing platform which advanced R&D efforts.
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Solution Architect
BONbLOC, USA
05.2021 - Current
Architect
Virtusa Technologies – Client: AMEX, USA
11.2018 - 05.2021
Technical Architect
Hexaware Technologies – Client: Jeldwen, USA
10.2015 - 10.2018
Sr. Java Developer
Hexaware Technologies – Client: UNISYS, USA
03.2014 - 10.2015
Java/J2EE Developer
Hexaware Technologies – Client: DekaBank, Germany
10.2013 - 02.2014
Programmer Trainee/Software Developer
Tenth Planet Technologies
MSc - Computer Science
Madurai Kamaraj University
BSc - Computer Science
Madurai Kamaraj University
MPhil - Computer Science
Alagappa University