Nikhil Singh
Sr. Software Engineer
Schönefeld
Summary
Adaptable Senior Software Engineer talented at providing customized and optimized solutions for all needs. Thrives within tight deadlines by applying agile development strategies. Comfortable overseeing large-scale development teams or independently coding complex projects. Detail-oriented, organized, and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
Solactive AG
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues.
- Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing team productivity.
- Developed scalable applications using agile methodologies for timely project delivery.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
- Regularly reviewed peers'' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design innovative software solutions.
- Proactively identified areas for process improvement, implementing changes that led to significant time savings for the team.
- Streamlined development workflows to increase team efficiency and reduce time spent on repetitive tasks.
- Estimated work hours and tracked progress using Scrum methodology.
- Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
- Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
CLOUD ENGINEER
REWE Digital GmbH
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Managed and monitored installed systems for highest level of availability.
- Used metrics to monitor application and infrastructure performance.
- Reduced server downtime by proactively monitoring cloud resources and addressing potential issues before they escalated.
- Identified, analyzed and resolved infrastructure vulnerabilities and application deployment issues.
- Enhanced cloud infrastructure efficiency by implementing advanced automation techniques and tools.
- Provided technical support to internal stakeholders, diagnosing and resolving complex issues related to the organization''s cloud environment.
- Worked with teams of talented software engineers to define, build and maintain cloud infrastructure.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams during major incident response efforts, ensuring timely resolution of critical issues affecting business operations.
- Optimized system performance for increased scalability and reliability through regular maintenance and updates.
- Championed the adoption of DevOps principles within the organization, driving increased collaboration between development and operations teams.
- Collaborated with development teams to design, implement, and maintain continuous integration and deployment pipelines.
- Developed custom scripts for automating routine tasks, increasing team productivity and reducing manual errors.
- Improved application performance, leveraging cloud-native services and tools.
- Optimized cloud resource utilization, conducting thorough audits and implementing recommendations.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading efforts to update and refine cloud engineering processes.
- Reduced cloud expenditure, optimizing resource allocation and usage patterns.
- Streamlined cloud infrastructure deployment, significantly reducing setup times by automating routine tasks.
- Developed custom scripts to automate cloud operations, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual errors.
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
- Monitored and tested application performance to identify potential bottlenecks, develop solutions and collaborate with developers on solution implementation.
- Managed use of various types of databases and configured, installed and upgraded new ones.
DEVOPS ENGINEER (WORKING STUDENT)
SAP SE
08.2017 - 07.2020
- Contributed to the Ansible Netbox dynamic inventory: https://docs.ansible.com/ansible/latest/collections/netbox/netbox/nb_inventory_inventory.html#authors
- Developed and managed Netbox Webhook application to create and sync DNS A records from Netbox to Openstack Designate
- The app was developed using Django- a high-level Python web framework
- Improved code deployment efficiency by automating processes with CI/CD pipelines.
- Designed and implemented containerization strategies using Docker and Kubernetes, improving resource utilization and management.
- Automated manual tasks through scripting languages such as Python or Shell, boosting team productivity levels.
- Enhanced system reliability with proactive monitoring and troubleshooting of network issues.
- Reduced system downtime with effective incident management and rapid response strategies.
- Automated routine tasks, freeing up team members to focus on more complex issues and innovation.
- Advocated for best practices in code management, leading to improved code quality and team efficiency.
- Optimized resource usage by implementing and managing infrastructure as code, leading to cost efficiencies.
- Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
- Created proofs of concept for innovative new solutions.
- Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
- Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals to be used by IT personnel in future projects.
- Designed and implemented scalable applications for data extraction and analysis.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Mentored struggling students through personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
SENIOR ANALYST IN MERCHANT SERVICES
American Express
01.2014 - 11.2015
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development while enhancing overall team performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas of improvement, leading to increased operational effectiveness.
- Nurtured strong working relationships with clients, ensuring their needs were met while exceeding expectations on deliverables.
- Improved company efficiency with the development of key performance indicators and tracking metrics.
- Identified patterns and trends in large data sets and provided actionable insights.
PROCESS ASSOCIATE
Genpact India
11.2012 - 12.2013
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues and supervisors to resolve issues promptly and accurately.
- Participated in regular team meetings, contributing valuable insights toward process enhancements.
- Handled high volumes of incoming work requests professionally while maintaining excellent organization.
- Collaborated with team members for enhanced process efficiency and productivity.
- Adhered to all deadlines, managing time effectively to complete tasks within designated timeframes.
- Maintained high levels of data confidentiality through adherence to company policies and procedures.
TRAINEE ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
BCML, Power Division
11.2010 - 07.2011
- Advanced professional skills through continuous learning, attending training sessions, workshops, and conferences related to electrical engineering trends.
- Supported senior engineers in analyzing complex data sets to identify areas of improvement in system design or operation.
- Maintained a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during all aspects of work performed.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software tools and technologies for use in electrical engineering projects.
- Ensured accurate inventory management by keeping track of materials used on-site throughout each project''s lifespan.
- Conducted field surveys to gather accurate data for use in planning stages of electrical projects, ensuring accuracy from start to finish.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Technical University Berlin
Berlin 05.2016 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Uttar Pradesh Technical University
India 09.2006 - 11.2010
Skills
Google Cloud Platform
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 17/03/1988
- Nationality: Indian with German Permanent Residence
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Solactive AG
04.2023 - Current
CLOUD ENGINEER
REWE Digital GmbH
09.2020 - 03.2023
DEVOPS ENGINEER (WORKING STUDENT)
SAP SE
08.2017 - 07.2020
Master of Science - Computer Science
Technical University Berlin
05.2016 - 02.2021
SENIOR ANALYST IN MERCHANT SERVICES
American Express
01.2014 - 11.2015
PROCESS ASSOCIATE
Genpact India
11.2012 - 12.2013
TRAINEE ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
BCML, Power Division
11.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Uttar Pradesh Technical University
09.2006 - 11.2010
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