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Prasad Bairi

Senior Mainframe Engineer | Adobe Experience Platform API Expertise
Guadalajara

Skills

JCL, COBOL, PLI, REXX, z/OS and Easytrieve

Certification

Guidewire Foundation & Specialist Certificate

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer

Petco
04.2024 - Current

Lead Mainframe Developer

IBM
12.2021 - 04.2024

IT Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
11.2016 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Technology in Electrical And Electronics Engineering -

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH), Vardhaman College of Engineering
06.2012 - 05.2016

Guidewire Foundation & Specialist Certificate

Summary

Summary and Skills:

  • 7+ years of IT experience as Mainframe Lead Developer, Scrum Master, and Software Developer, with expertise in Mainframe technologies and Adobe Experience Platform API (AEP) Testing by following Agile Methodology.
  • Highly skilled mainframe developer with extensive experience in PL/I, JCL, COBOL, z/OS, REXX, and Easytrieve. Proven track record of designing, developing, and maintaining critical applications in large-scale mainframe environments. Strong problem-solving abilities and a deep understanding of mainframe architecture and best practices.
  • Expertise in developing and enhancing applications on z/OS platform.
  • Proficient in domains like Insurance, Banking, CDP and Finance.
  • Experienced in all stages of the business cycle – Analysis, Coding, Testing, and Release.
  • Strong background in Agile Methodology, including onshore and offshore model execution.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, effective in problem-solving, coordination, documentation, and project planning. Good experience in communicating with business clients on requirements and deliverables.
  • Proficient in Agile Methodology tools such as JIRA, Slack, Mural boards, Monday and IBM RTC Jazz for project planning and collaboration.
  • Highly knowledgeable in API and WSDLs testing using SOAP UI, Postman, Jason/XML and REST technologies, contributing to comprehensive testing strategies and ensuring software integrity and performance.

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

Petco
Guadalajara, Jalisco
04.2024 - Current

Leveraging Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) APIs to optimize Customer Data Platform (CDP) functionalities at Petco. Experienced in developing, testing, and refining AEP APIs to enhance data integration and customer experience. Proficient in Postman for comprehensive API testing and validation.

Key Skills & Expertise:

  • Development and testing Adobe Experience Platform APIs.
  • Optimization of Customer Data Platform (CDP) functionalities.
  • Advanced proficiency in Postman for API testing and validation.
  • Collaborative problem solving and agile development methodologies.
  • Managed around 10 APIs used in Adobe Experience Platform for enhancement of Customer Data Platform.

Lead Mainframe Developer

IBM
Guadalajara, Jalisco
12.2021 - 04.2024
  • Developing and enhancing various Financial and Ledger operation applications for IBM using JCL, REXX, COBOL and PL/I languages.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and deploy solutions that met business requirements and aligned with corporate standards.
  • Conducted code reviews and provided guidance to junior developers on best practices and coding standards.
  • Utilized z/OS utilities and tools for system management, monitoring, and performance tuning.
  • Supported production environment, including resolving incidents and implementing preventive measures.
  • Documented technical designs, procedures, and operational manuals for reference and training purposes.
  • Utilizing Agile methodology for incorporating changes and improving development process.
  • Experience in supervising and writing test cases and reporting results using Qtest which is integrated to Jira.
  • Migration of SCLM code promotion process to GIT hub CI/CD pipeline process.
  • API testing experience using tools SOAP UI, Postman. Very good knowledge on Service now change requests for deployment purposes.
  • Coordinating with batch teams for validation and production deployment.
  • Providing on-call support for applications and fixing production issues.
  • Leading team and ensuring adherence to Dev and QA life cycle.
  • Sunset of FTP process for IBM Finance and Ledger operations.
  • Coordinated with batch teams for production changes validation.
  • Led team, ensuring timely deliverables meeting Agile principles.

IT Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Guadalajara, Jalisco
11.2016 - 12.2021
  • Developed and maintained PL/I and COBOL applications critical to daily operations.
  • Wrote and debugged complex JCL jobs for batch processing tasks, ensuring efficient job execution and minimal downtime.
  • Implemented enhancements to existing applications using REXX and Easytrieve, improving functionality and performance.
  • Managed teams to deliver projects on time with high quality
  • Implemented Agile methodology using JIRA for task management and integration with Service now
  • Developed business requirements and automation scripts using PL/1 and Java
  • Identifying Test Scenarios for APIs and WSDLs and preparing test cases using Qtest and executing using SOAP UI, Postman and reporting results.
  • Testing experience as part of Dev2QA program in all stages Unit/Functional/Integration/System testing.
  • Implementing and executing test cases for Mobile application (android and IOS) vs web portal.
  • Conducted client meetings for requirement gathering and project discussions
  • Mentored teams on programming requirements and Agile processes like Scrum calls, Iteration/Sprint planning and Retrospective calls using Mural boards.
  • Optimized code performance for financial services client (USAA).
  • Migrated business rules to IBM Ilog and introduced new rating systems.
  • Implemented personalized video messaging to improve insurance sales.

Education

Bachelor of Technology in Electrical And Electronics Engineering -

Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH), Vardhaman College of Engineering
Hyderabad
06.2012 - 05.2016

Accomplishments

  • On the Spot Award - Recognized for delivering flawless work on time
  • Special Achievement Award - Excellence in business requirements
  • Best Agile Team Award - Best practices in Agile Methodology
  • Special Initiative Award - Initiative in new activities
  • Super Learner - IBM

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Prasad BairiSenior Mainframe Engineer | Adobe Experience Platform API Expertise