Kamal Mehta
Experienced Application Architect | Python Developer | AWS | Serverless
Ambition
Seeking a position in a dynamic and challenging environment where I can leverage my skills in Application Architecting and Development. I aim to improve and contribute to my personal and company growth continuously.
Summary
Technical Architecture & Data Engineering
Designed and implemented robust back-end architecture for data ingestion and ETL processes, primarily on AWS, enhancing system scalability and performance.
Configured and maintained frameworks and Apache Airflow DAGs, improving data transformation logic and source ingestion.
Led troubleshooting and optimisation of AWS ETL processes, ensuring best practices in data engineering and solutions delivery.
Development & Maintenance
Spearheaded development and ongoing maintenance of backend systems using Python/Django for REST APIs, focusing on the education sector.
Established CI/CD pipelines using Git and AWS, facilitating efficient code deployments and ensuring high availability.
Managed production support, including Autosys scheduling, daily job monitoring, and resolving high-level support issues.
Project & Resource Management
Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver technology solutions that meet rigorous performance standards and strict SLAs.
Analysed and resolved post-production issues, resource management, and continuous improvement on system stability and customer satisfaction.
Directed infrastructure development projects from conception to deployment, optimising server operations and application performance.
Client Interaction & Team Leadership
Engaged directly with clients like Citi Bank and Northern Trust to gather requirements, deliver solutions, and maintain high satisfaction levels.
Mentored junior engineers and developers, guiding them through complex project requirements and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Led initiatives for defect prevention, causal analysis, and innovative solutions to prevent future issues.
Innovative Solutions & Automation
Innovated server infrastructure and system administration, including automation of daily backups and application deployments.
Developed and implemented strategic solutions to enhance system functionality and operational efficiency, including full-stack development for system administration tasks.
Automated critical processes, reducing manual effort and significantly increasing deployment efficiency and reliability.
Expertise
• Python, Perl, Bash, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript
• Django, Flask, Spring Boot, Node, Express
• MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle
• SQLite, MongoDB, Firebase
• AWS Cloud Services like Lambda, S3, ECS, CloudWatch, APIs, Redshift, RDS
• Docker, Microservices, Lambda, serverless
• Linux/Unix/Solaris
• Designing & Architecting Fundamentals
• Object Oriented Designing
• Design Pattern
• SOLID Principals
• Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
Work History
Start Date |
End Date |
Company |
Position |
Client |
Domain |
Jun 2021 |
Jun 2024 |
Hexaware Technologies, Mumbai |
Technical Architect |
1. New York Life Insurance, USA 2. Fleetcor Technologies Inc, USA 3. Northern Trust, USA |
Data Engineering & Management (Data Warehousing) |
Jan 2020 |
Jun 2021 |
AlphaSlate Technologies, Mumbai |
Python Architect |
AlphaSlate Technologies, Mumbai |
Education |
Apr 2016 |
Dec 2020 |
IBM India Private Ltd, Bangalore |
Team Lead |
Citibank NA, UK |
Banking |
Oct 2010 |
Apr 2016 |
Polaris Financial Technology, Mumbai |
Senior Project Lead |
Citibank NA, UK |
Banking |
Jan 2008 |
Sep 2010 |
HSBC Software Development India, Pune |
Software Engineer |
HSBC |
DevOps |
Sep 2006 |
Jan 2008 |
Ebizchem Private Limited, Mumbai |
Perl Programmer |
Bayer Crop Science, Mumbai |
Procurement |
Education
2006
BE Computer Engineering, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
2003
Diploma in Computer Engineering, Gujarat Technological University