Arun Jigani Ashok
Hyderabad
Summary
Visionary Senior Java Architect with 20+ years of experience driving innovation and delivering high performance, scalable solutions across industries. Proven track record in microservices architecture, cloud-native solutions, and enterprise-level system design. Expert in transforming complex business requirements into actionable technical solutions, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless delivery using Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. Demonstrated ability to reduce costs, enhance system efficiency, and improve performance across the entire SDLC. Adept at leading high-stakes projects, managing technical risks, and mentoring the next generation of leaders.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enterprise Software Architect
Tech Wave Solutions
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Led a team of 8 architects and developers in designing a cloud-native microservices architecture for a global retail client, improving scalability by 40% and reducing downtime by 30%.
- Migrated key systems to AWS, leveraging EC2, Lambda, and S3, which resulted in 30% cost reduction and 50% faster deployment cycles.
- Integrated Kafka for real-time data streaming, improving transaction processing speed and reducing latency by 35%.
- Developed and optimized CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, reducing release time by 45% and enhancing deployment reliability.
- Technologies: Java 11, Spring Boot, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, Jenkins, CI/CD.
Java Architect
Infotech Innovations
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Designed and implemented microservices-based solutions for an enterprise-level e-commerce platform, improving transaction throughput by 50%.
- Spearheaded the development of RESTful APIs that allowed seamless integration with third-party systems, cutting integration time by 25%.
- Introduced Spring Boot and Docker into the technology stack, leading to improved development velocity and system scalability.
- Directed the adoption of AWS Cloud services for infrastructure management, reducing operational overhead by 30%.
- Technologies: Java 8, Spring Boot, AWS, Docker, Kafka, MongoDB, Jenkins.
- Led design and implementation of scalable Java applications, ensuring architecture alignment with business goals.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and technical specifications for software development.
Technology Lead
CloudCore Technologies
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Led the transformation of an on-premises application to a fully scalable cloud-based microservices architecture, enhancing system uptime by 25% and reducing response times by 30%.
- Implemented Kafka for asynchronous communication, improving data throughput and system reliability under heavy load.
- Managed an Agile team, delivering high-priority features in 2-week sprints, resulting in a 40% increase in feature delivery rate.
- Technologies: Java 8, Spring Boot, Kafka, Redis, Jenkins, Docker, AWS.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop cloud-based solutions, enhancing service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Drove strategic technology initiatives, aligning IT projects with business goals to optimize resource allocation.
Software Consultant
SoftBridge Systems
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Delivered enterprise applications for banking and finance, ensuring security and performance tuning, achieving 99.9% uptime during peak usage periods.
- Designed and implemented Spring Boot microservices to enhance system flexibility and future-proof the architecture.
- Technologies: Java, Spring, Hibernate, Oracle, SQL, JUnit.
- Led software implementation projects to enhance client operational efficiencies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define and refine software requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Computer Science
Osmania University
Hyderabad, India01.2006
Skills
- Java 8/11
- Spring Boot
- Microservices
- Cloud Computing
- AWS
- EC2
- S3
- Lambda
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- Agile Methodologies
- DevOps Methodologies
- Scrum
- Kanban
- CI/CD
- System Design
- Architecture
- API Development
- RESTful
- SOAP
- Messaging Queues
- Kafka
- Rabbit MQ
- JMS
- Performance Optimization
- Security
- Leadership
- Mentoring
- Team Development
- Stakeholder Management
- Cloud Infrastructure
- Azure
- GCP
- Version Control
Personal Information
Title: Senior Java Architect
Accomplishments
- Led the architectural design and delivery of over 10 microservices-based platforms, reducing system downtime by 30% and enhancing scalability by 40% for major enterprise clients.
- Spearheaded the migration of legacy applications to AWS Cloud, resulting in a 25% reduction in infrastructure costs while improving system performance by 50%.
- Optimized CI/CD pipelines that shortened deployment times by 45%, significantly increasing release frequency and business agility.
Certification
- Oracle Certified Java Programmer (OCJP)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Languages
English
Hindi
Representative Projects
- Walmart SAMS El MC2, Architected microservices for inventory management, leading to a 40% increase in scalability across global distribution centers., Spring Boot, Kafka, Redis, Cassandra, Jenkins, Git
- DIRECTV, Developed microservices for managing customer accounts and payment systems, resulting in 20% higher customer satisfaction and 25% more efficient payment processing., Spring Boot, AWS, MongoDB, Docker, Kafka
- EP Smart Accounting for Apple US, Designed a scalable integration hub for seamless data exchange between Apple's internal systems and third-party sources, ensuring zero downtime., Java 11, Spring Boot, AWS, Kafka, Kubernetes
- Money Movement Capability for US Bank, Led the design and development of microservices for secure transaction processing, ensuring high availability and 99.99% uptime., Java 8, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Kafka, Maven
Timeline
Enterprise Software Architect
Tech Wave Solutions
11.2021 - 04.2024
Java Architect
Infotech Innovations
02.2019 - 06.2021
Technology Lead
CloudCore Technologies
08.2016 - 01.2019
Software Consultant
SoftBridge Systems
03.2012 - 09.2016
Master of Science - Master of Computer Science
Osmania University