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VAIBHAV SHAH

NJ

Summary

Provide Solution Architect | 22 Years | Microsoft & Java | AWS & Azure | Web, Cloud & Microservices Architectures

Highly accomplished Solution Architect with over two decades of experience designing and delivering scalable cloud solutions on AWS & Azure across Banking, Insurance, Retirement, and Supply Chain domains. Proven ability to translate business needs into innovative technical architectures, utilizing Java, .NET, and various client-side technologies. Expert in Architecture design focusing of best design practices, performance and security and obtaining approvals. Skilled in project management assistance, team leadership, and fostering strong client relationships. Led the team to success through continuous direction.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director Technology

Synechron Technologies (USA)
05.2019 - Current

Clients and Partners - Transamerica, Goldman Sachs, Benefit focus

  • Led cloud adoption architecture designs and migration (AWS) for Employee Benefits & Retirement businesses for 10+ projects.
  • Achieved 30% reduction in software costs and maintenance
  • Directed and assisted dev teams for successful project delivery
  • Guiding estimations, costing and SOW creations
  • Automated solution analysis by using Node.js scripts and various reverse engineering approaches
  • Java/Spring expert on AWS projects (diverse services) and databases.
  • Increased client base and revenue in competitive multi-vendor environment

Senior Specialist

Synechron Technologies (India)
02.2013 - 05.2019

Clients - Wells Fargo, KOCH Industries, CapSpeciality Insurance, UBS, Consorto Asset Management

  • Designed and implemented Azure based solution for CapSpecialty Insurance for its flagship portal for brokers, leveraging .NET, Angular and MongoDB for solutions
  • Led cloud migration initiative for Wells Fargo by setting up factory model and migrated first 15 projects on Azure private cloud which was then adopted for next 500+ projects. Multi technologies on .net and java.
  • Designed and delivered 4 key projects for KOCH Industries in their commodity business.
  • Successfully turned around underperforming project ("Cargo Nomination") into profitable venture
  • Designed and developed Blockchain accelerators for OTC Trading as part of Innovation Team.
  • Enhanced post trading hedge funds, capital market reporting software for Consorto Asset Management.
  • Saved client budget through innovative cost-cutting, fostered strong client relationships, and built high-performing team (3 members to 20 in 4 months) by combating attrition and promoting reskilling

Technical Manager

AG Technologies
03.2012 - 02.2013

Client - VFS Global

Reduction in SAP licensing costs by 50% for client VFS Global by designing and providing tailor made solution called ESS developed on SharePoint & .NET which integrates with SAP systems of FICO, HR, Purchase and CRM for thousands of users.

Associate Technical Manager (Architect)

Kale Logistics Solutions-f.k.a. Accelya Solutions
03.2008 - 03.2012

Clients - Product designed for multiple clients across globe hosting on SaaS (Azure) or Onsite.

  • Architected & designed Kale Logistics Solutions' flagship product Freight Management System for the logistics industry targeted for global clients, ensuring multi-database, browser, & language support.
  • 20% reduction in development cost by creating and leveraging reusable framework for another products in Custodian Management System.
  • Delivered high-performing, customizable application for Kale Logistics Solutions, meeting all functional and technical requirements.
  • Collaborated closely with Microsoft, Bangalore for product integration and cloud adoption initiatives.
  • Improved application performance through code modifications and testing.
  • Consistently delivered product releases on time and within budget.
  • Recognized for excellence with awards for innovation, leadership, and cross-team collaboration (2010-2011).

Senior Software Engineer

Professional Access Private Limited
03.2005 - 03.2008

Clients ,- Citigroup USA, Sales Focus Solution USA, Brand Muscle USA

  • Developed and delivered 4 Sales, CRM and Analytics project for Citigroup used by Agents and Bankers and mentored a cross-shore team (US & Offshore)
  • Developed Salesforce automation and CRM solution for Sales Focus Solution, boosting sales tracking, contract creation and management, and marketing reporting for Sales team
  • Developed Brand Muscle's web portal, comprehensive communication platform for US marketers. It enables information sharing, surveys, email campaigns, and fosters collaboration through secure user management and single sign-on features.
  • Promoted continuous learning by encouraging team members to explore new technologies.
  • Qualified various online exams and interviews conducted by Citigroup and other customers in USA

Software Engineer

Byzan Systems
12.2003 - 03.2005

Client - All Cargo Logistics

  • Led development of BOMS (Business Operations Management System) for All Cargo Logistics (India), critical supply chain solution delivered within stringent timeframe to meet business demands and reduce operation time by 50%

Software Engineer

STEM Computers PVT LTD (now MPowerAsia -Taj Group)
04.2003 - 12.2003

Performed lead development role in custom ERP solution for US Garment & Fabric Quality Assurance company, aiming to streamline operations and accelerate US market growth by 30-50% within 3 years.

Software Engineer

Knowledge Net Research And Marketing
07.2002 - 04.2003

Led development of highly customizable accounting software for US market, seamlessly integrated with QuickBooks. Secured quick sales to 3 clients after successful client presentation.

Software Engineer

Bridge Infoways
03.2001 - 06.2002

Client - UV Marketing (Group of Suman Motels-Hospitality industry)

evelopment of Multilevel Marketing product for Suman Motels India and its chain for companies

Education

Masters of Computer Applications - Information Technology

IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University
KGCE Engineering College, Karjat, India
12.2006

Diploma in Advanced Computing - Advance Computing And Software

CDAC - Center of Development of Advance Computing
AMIMR, Vashi. New Mumbai, India
02.2001

Bachelor of Commerce - Economics And Accounts

K.J. Somaiya College, University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India
04.2000

Skills

  • Solution Architect with 22 years of hands-on end-to-end Information Solution and Roadmap Development
  • 15 years in technical design and development for clients in insurance, retirement, banking and supply chain industries
  • Proven ability to translate business needs into comprehensive architecture solutions designs and documentations, ensuring scalability and long-term value
  • Proficient in designing and implementing microservices, cloud technologies (AWS & Azure), and various application architectures
  • Expert in MACH/microservice architectures and legacy platform strangulation programs, cloud-native API-first microservice solutions
  • Full-stack Architect with Java, NET, Cloud (AWS & Azure), Databases SQL (MS SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL), NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB), Client technologies-Angular, ReactJS, JavaScript
  • Design Patterns and Frameworks like SOLID principals, Strangler, Event-driven, Messaging, Microservices architecture, Cloud native patterns
  • NFR considerations of security (IAM, encryption, access control) and performance (scalability, responsiveness, resource utilization, cost)
  • Skilled in presenting Architecture to review board and infosec team and obtaining approvals
  • Experienced in managing team of architects and leads Assist in providing directions, goals, objectives, KPIs, performance reviews
  • Effective communication and collaboration at all levels, client relationship and stake holders management and adopts consulting approach
  • Project Management assistance to team in Risk Management, Estimation, Planning, Scheduling

Accomplishments

  • Upskilled in: Enterprise Architecture (TOGAF), Design Patterns, Cloud (Azure), Front-End (Angular/React), Back-End (NodeJS), Databases (MongoDB),
  • Deepened domain knowledge: Insurance (AINS 24), Capital Markets
  • Deep Dive Session: With Microsoft Core Teams at Microsoft on VSTS and SQL
  • Mastered development tools: Azure, Visual Studio, TFS (through in-person & external training)
  • Earned Business Analysis Certification: Welingkar College Workshop

Certification

  • Received Surpass Award for architecting and solutioning Transamerica Employee Benefits projects in AWS in the year 2021
  • Received Spot Award for Architecting Azure Cloud Initiative to create Producer Portal for CapSpecaility Insurance in 2017
  • Received Surpass Award for Leading the Azure Migration project for Wells Fargo in 2016
  • Received Spot Award for blockchain accelerator designing and development
  • Received Rising Star and Guiding Star Awards in Kale Consultants Ltd. for architecting & development of Logistics industry products
  • Received GO Partner Award for effectively bridging the gap between cross platforms teams in Kale Consultants Ltd
  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) (70-513, 70-515, 70-516, 70-519) in 2011

Timeline

Director Technology

Synechron Technologies (USA)
05.2019 - Current

Senior Specialist

Synechron Technologies (India)
02.2013 - 05.2019

Technical Manager

AG Technologies
03.2012 - 02.2013

Associate Technical Manager (Architect)

Kale Logistics Solutions-f.k.a. Accelya Solutions
03.2008 - 03.2012

Senior Software Engineer

Professional Access Private Limited
03.2005 - 03.2008

Software Engineer

Byzan Systems
12.2003 - 03.2005

Software Engineer

STEM Computers PVT LTD (now MPowerAsia -Taj Group)
04.2003 - 12.2003

Software Engineer

Knowledge Net Research And Marketing
07.2002 - 04.2003

Software Engineer

Bridge Infoways
03.2001 - 06.2002

Masters of Computer Applications - Information Technology

IGNOU - Indira Gandhi National Open University

Diploma in Advanced Computing - Advance Computing And Software

CDAC - Center of Development of Advance Computing

Bachelor of Commerce - Economics And Accounts

K.J. Somaiya College, University of Mumbai
VAIBHAV SHAH