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NITHIN VARGHESE JACOB

NITHIN VARGHESE JACOB

Glasgow,Glasgow City

Summary

Focused Systems Engineer with excellent AI, python and Mainframe skills. Well-versed in designing, developing, testing, and managing complex solution specific to problem statements. Meticulous and dedicated with proven history of 5+ years of successful IT industry experience with a hunger for knowledge and motivated mind-set for taking up challenging tasks . Always tries to implement solutions adhering to evergreen engineering principle. Sellf-motivated professional with ability to quickly master new technology to drive process improvements.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Integration Engineer

Barclays
Glasgow, Glasgow City
12.2021 - Current
  • Led the design and implementation of a standardized Python framework, incorporating reusable functions tailored for ETL activities. Developed adapters for diverse sources and targets, including cloud APIs, relational databases, Hadoop, and SAP. Additionally, facilitated compatibility with various file formats such as CSV, Parquet, and more.
  • Devised a solution automating the deployment of the in-house developed centralized Python framework from the Git release branch to the PYPI Nexus repository. Utilized setup.py and Jenkins pipelines for streamlined and efficient processes.
  • Crafted solutions in adherence to evergreen engineering principles, incorporating Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for seamless deployment. Implemented virtual environments to containerize the solution, ensuring all necessary libraries are included via a requirement.txt file.
  • Engineered a sophisticated integration solution tailored to project requirements, encompassing diverse sources and targets with necessary transformations. Accomplished this by creating a standardized modular Python function, ensuring reusability for future projects.
  • Utilized Polars, Pandas, and DUCKDB to perform transformations within Python, demonstrating proficiency in data manipulation. Additionally, employed SQL procedures for transformations when deemed necessary, showcasing versatility in approach and skill set.
  • Possess basic Oracle Hyperion skills essential for conducting integrations within the system, adapting to various sources or targets based on specific project demands.
  • Adhered to Agile principles throughout the development process, spanning from defining the Definition of Ready (DoR) to the Definition of Done (DoD). Ensured the proper execution of Agile ceremonies, maximizing the benefits of an Agile approach in the development process.
  • Employed innovative, out-of-the-box thinking to devise simple and efficient solutions for complex problems. Conducted Proof of Concepts (POCs) to validate and refine these solutions before their adoption.
  • Identified avenues to enhance existing processes by incorporating cutting-edge tools and techniques. Spearheaded efforts to bolster pipeline security, implementing automated processes in alignment with industry standards and leveraging vaults for secure password management.
  • Conveyed complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences with clear presentation style.
  • Automated the end-to-end deployment process, spanning from development to production (live), utilizing Nolio and Jenkins. This involved packaging the solution, including all necessary libraries, into a specific virtual environment. This automation not only minimized human error but also ensured a seamless transition of solutions from lower to higher environments, mitigating potential infrastructure challenges.
  • Collaborated closely with end business users and various teams to comprehend financial challenges and issues. Utilized this insight to formulate improved and tailored solutions, addressing the specific needs and concerns of the stakeholders.
  • Provided training and support to fellow developers, enabling them to execute their tasks with the necessary quality and meet expected timelines.

Senior Systems Engineer

Infosys Ltd
03.2020 - 03.2021

Client - American Express

  • Designed and implemented a reporting system, incorporating an ETL process that interfaces with legacy mainframe systems, Yellow Bricks, and Tableau.
  • Developed reports and dashboards capable of supporting futuristic business predictions for critical systems.
  • Designed an alternative solution to the traditional ETL process, involving DVM, to generate reports from legacy systems.
  • Worked in Developmental projects-Developed and implemented solutions with respect to client business requirements and ad-hoc requests.
  • Worked in migration projects -Designed and implemented possible ETL processes and identified appropriate platforms and technologies for smooth transition.
  • Worked in uplifting projects - Designed and implemented possibleuplifts of platforms to improve the performance and security ofvarious business systems.
  • Workedindecommissionprojects-Designedandimplementedautomation tools for completing inventory analysis with maximumefficiency in limited time.
  • Produced clean, clear, and well-tested code for diverse projects, ensuring the implementation of priority tasks with the highest level of quality.
  • Worked effectively in an Agile environment as developer from grooming stages to successful deployment of products.
  • Consistently achieved the timely delivery of completed deliverables, surpassing both deadline and budgetary expectations.
  • Defined user stories along with acceptance criteria, maintained sprint backlogs, and allocated tasks for each user story considering user capacities. Collaborated with the product owner to finalize completed user stories, providing the necessary details and results for approval.
  • Created document on agile management protocols and other important guidelines which aided in transfer of knowledge to new team members.

Systems Engineer

Infosys Ltd
06.2018 - 02.2020

Client - American Express

Systems Engineer Trainee

Infosys Ltd
02.2018 - 05.2018

Completed Training as a top level performer from Mysore training center

Education

Master of Science - Big Data and Business Intelligence

UNIVERSITY OF GREENWICH
01.2022

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Karunya University
06.2017

Higher Secondary - XII -

Holy Angels Senior Secondary School
05.2012

SSLC - undefined

Holy Angels Senior Secondary School
05.2010

Skills

  • Python
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Neural Networks
  • SQL
  • DUCKDB
  • Polars
  • Pandas
  • APIs
  • Mainframe
  • Continuous Integration (CI)
  • VBA Code
  • JCL
  • COBOL
  • REXX
  • IMS DB
  • VBA MACROS
  • VSAM FILES
  • DB2
  • CICS WEBSERVICES
  • NoSQL Databases
  • Data Visualisation
  • JSON
  • Redis
  • Cassandra
  • MongoDB
  • Agile Software Development

TOOLS KNOWN

  • Jenkins
  • Nolio
  • Nexus Repository
  • MS Office 365
  • Intellij
  • Bitbucket
  • Jupiter NOtebook
  • Anaconda
  • Hyperion

Certification

· Certified Mainframe Developer - Infosys

· Certified Python Developer - Infosys

· Certified Agile Developer- Infosys

· Certified Skilled Communicator - American Express

· Best Innovator - American Express

· Best Presenter- American Express

Timeline

Senior Integration Engineer

Barclays
12.2021 - Current

Senior Systems Engineer

Infosys Ltd
03.2020 - 03.2021

Systems Engineer

Infosys Ltd
06.2018 - 02.2020

Systems Engineer Trainee

Infosys Ltd
02.2018 - 05.2018

Master of Science - Big Data and Business Intelligence

UNIVERSITY OF GREENWICH

Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering

Karunya University

Higher Secondary - XII -

Holy Angels Senior Secondary School

SSLC - undefined

Holy Angels Senior Secondary School
NITHIN VARGHESE JACOB