Alagesan Pitchaikannu Email & Phone Number

Princeton, New Jersey, United States

Newark, New Jersey, United States

I was hired as a Software Developer in this company serving web-based application development using PHP CMS and Frameworks, and subsequently promoted role of implementation lead and architect for Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield web applications.• Worked on websites for Horizon Blue, subdomains, microsites, and all the subsidiary sites• Worked on Drupal CMS migrations on Drupal 7 -> Drupal 8 -> Drupal 9 -> Drupal 10 Applications• Worked on the REST API & APIGEE integration – data inbound & outbound to various downstream systems.• Worked on the SSO integration using SAML, OpenID Connect & Oauth• Worked with in HL7 integration.• Worked with AWS and AWS WORKSPACES• Requirement gathering from the business team and converting into web standard technological aspects like choosing suitable/scalable technologies, coding, and database design.• Project Analysis, Work breakdown &Effort Estimations, Scheduling, Risk Assessment, Technical Design Document & Architecture, and High-level Reviewing are my activities in my role apart from development.• Build highly available, fault-tolerant & distributed service-oriented enterprise-level web applications on public/private cloud.• Select appropriate technology architecture and vendor products that would work best with the Drupal application by extensive evaluation of available web technologies.• Ensure solution designs meet requirements for scalability, performance, and quality in accordance with negotiated service level agreements. Participate in the assessment and resolution of software defects discovered during the quality assurance process.• Optimized performance by 20% through TypeScript type annotations and careful data modeling• Utilize Pimcore's data modeling capabilities to define product catalogs, integrate with payment gateways via RESTful APIs, customize frontend templates for product listings and checkout flows using Twig, and optimize performance with caching strategies.

• Collaborated closely with the business team to understand project requirements.• Translated business requirements into technical specifications and determined suitable technologies for implementation.• Conducted thorough analysis to ensure alignment between business objectives and technical solutions.• Engaged in hands-on development using PHP CMS and Frameworks to implement project requirements.• Implemented optimized coding practices and database designs to enhance performance and scalability.• Developed reusable components and modules to streamline development processes and promote code reusability.• Conducted code reviews and provided guidance to development teams to maintain code quality and consistency.• Stayed updated with emerging technologies and trends in web development to incorporate innovative solutions.• Identified opportunities for process improvements and optimization in project delivery.• Actively contributed to knowledge sharing and mentoring within the team to foster professional growth and development.• Led project analysis efforts, including defining scope, objectives, and deliverables.• Developed comprehensive work breakdown structures and accurate effort estimations.• Established project schedules and milestones to ensure timely delivery.• Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize project risks.• Designed and architected robust, scalable, and maintainable solutions for web-based applications.• Created detailed technical design documents outlining system architecture, components, and workflows.• Ensured adherence to industry best practices and standards in software design and development.• Conducted high-level reviews to validate technical designs and ensure alignment with project requirements.

• Gather business requirements and translate them into web standard technological specifications, including selecting scalable technologies, coding, and designing databases.• Analyze projects, break down tasks, estimate efforts, schedule timelines, assess risks, and produce technical design documentation and architecture.• Conduct high-level reviews of projects in addition to development tasks.• Develop reusable components and modules for various projects.• Collaborate with the business team to understand their needs and ensure alignment with technological solutions.• Maintain a focus on quality assurance and optimization throughout the development process.

• Lead a team of 12 developers to successfully deliver web-based products on time and with high quality.• Managed the entire project lifecycle, from requirement gathering to product delivery, ensuring alignment with business needs.• Provided technical leadership, developing scalable web applications and optimizing performance.• Implemented effective project management strategies, including regular communication with stakeholders.• Introduced reusable components and modules to enhance development efficiency and consistency.• Mentored team members on technical skills and project management methodologies.• Ensured adherence to project timelines and quality standards through effective scheduling and coordination.• Translated business needs into technical solutions, selecting appropriate technologies.• Oversaw coding and database design processes, employing best practices.• Fostered a collaborative environment conducive to professional growth and development.

• Worked on projects from inception to completion, including analysis, design, and coding.• Provided design project leadership to a team of four members for website production.• Conducted project analysis, work breakdown, effort estimations, scheduling, risk assessment, high-level reviewing, and other documentation activities.• Interacted with clients through email and chat for project requirements and updates.• Implemented development methodologies, best practices, and usage of reusable components for all projects.

• Individually managing projects from inception to completion, including analysis, design, and coding.• Collaborating closely with team members to ensure project success.• Simultaneously handling multiple projects and technologies.

Mca, Computer Application

Bsc, Information Technology