Rakesh K

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iOS Architect / Lead Engineer | Ex-Cognizant/ Capgemini/Accenture | All things mobile | 8packApps CEO and founder @ 8packApps
Rakesh K's Location
Greater Philadelphia, United States, United States
About Rakesh K

• I have an excellent track record in iOS mobile application development as a team lead/Senior Developer and architect with more than 14 years of experience in all phases (SDLC) of iOS application development.  • I hold rich experience in Mobile Apps Development in iOS using XCode and Objective C/Swift for the entire architecture of my applications and have developed over 20+ iOS Apps till now. • I do hold 5+ years of experience in using Swift. • 6+ months of experience working on Swift UI • I specialize in delivering mobile apps and enterprise class software solutions for big systems w/ high volume, at a rapid pace in an ever-changing competitive landscape leveraging Agile SCRUM and KANBAN processes of SDLC, including creation of artifacts (Product Requirements Documents, Technical Design Documents, Quality Assurance Testing, Deployment Readiness, etc.) • Remarkable experience with iOS application development using iOS SDK (iPhone and iPad), Cocoa-Touch, Objective- C, Swift Xcode and debugging using Instruments. • Worked as Team Lead, Senior Dev in the past organizations. • Architectured/Created high performance, scalable, multithreaded applications using object-oriented methodology.   • Experienced and strong understanding in distributing apps through iTunes Store, Enterprise App Store. • Solid understanding of UIKit, Cordova iOS , SSL Pinning, Hybrid app debugging, Core Data, Core Location, MapKit, Core Audio, MediaPlayer Framework, AVFoundation Framework, and Newsstand Kit.• Experienced in design, modelling and development of various Databases on SQLite and Core Data. • Experienced in using GCD and NSOperationQueue for Multi-threading, Async/await.• Excellent communication skills, experience leading and managing onshore and offshore developers.  • Build process & requirement repository to provide baseline for continuous improvement. • Delivery documentation, client Communication, Convert business requirements to technical specifications. • Participated in peer reviews of solution designs and related code • Experienced with AutoLayout, Storyboards and CoreData, mapkit, core location, iBeacons, Core Graphics, UI Kit, Foundation and many such cocoa touch frameworks. • Experienced with Git, SVN and CI/CD environments • Sound understanding of App design guidelines, SOLID principles, and architectures like VIPER, Redux MVC, MVP, MVVM, RxSwift etc.

Rakesh K's Current Company Details
8packApps

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iOS Architect / Lead Engineer | Ex-Cognizant/ Capgemini/Accenture | All things mobile | 8packApps CEO and founder
Rakesh K Work Experience Details
  • 8Packapps
    Founder & Engineering Manager / Lead Ios Dev & Architect
    8Packapps Dec 2021 - Present
    Toronto, Ontario, Ca
    Contractor/ lead Consultant on iOS Projects: Handled, developed and managed Banking , E-commerce , healthcare and telecom mobile applications .- Worked as a Lead Consultant on multiple high-profile iOS projects for clients such as Bell, CIBC, and PC Financial... etc- Led development and architecture for various iOS apps, including e-commerce and news applications, ensuring compliance with technical requirements and business goals.- Developed essential features like login screens, detail views, and account management, employing reusable components, multithreading, and REST APIs.- Spearheaded unit testing using XCTest, focusing on maximizing code coverage and optimizing SwiftUI components with the MVP design pattern.- Implemented key features for Bell's iOS App like the "Add a line" feature, leveraging MVVM, VIPER, Graph APIs, and REST APIs.- Led development of account and transfer money screens for CIBC’s iOS app, using VIPER, MVI, AB testing, unit testing, and advanced dependency injection techniques.- Built custom SwiftUI components, integrated with UIKit, and managed interaction between these components, enhancing the app's performance.- Managed and integrated legacy Objective-C code libraries across various modules, ensuring seamless transitions and backward compatibility.- Utilized an advanced tech stack: Swift, Xcode, MVVM, MVP, VIPER, XCTest, SwiftUI, AB Testing, RxSwift, and Cocoapods, to drive improvements in app performance and maintainability.- Utilized MVP, MVVM, VIPER, Redux, patterns
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  • Cognizant
    Manager / Lead Ios Engineer
    Cognizant May 2022 - Jul 2023
    Teaneck, New Jersey, Us
    Responsibilities:- Led the iOS development of CapitalOne's innovative Zelle money transfer feature, with an emphasis on enhancing accessibility and conducting extensive AUI/PUI testing.- Performed rigorous XCTest protocols to uphold superior standards of app functionality and reliability.- Maintained a code coverage of over 85% for new functionalities by systematically writing AUI and PUI tests for each addition, ensuring thorough validation and quality assurance.- Implemented the Redux architecture across the entire application, aligning it with the pre-existing design patterns of CapitalOne's iOS app.- Engaged in collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams at CapitalOne, including designers and testers, to ensure compliance with accessibility standards and deliver exceptional quality in final products.Links: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/capital-one-mobile/id407558537Tech Stack: Swift 5, Xcode 13.x, Repository architecture, XCTest, Swift UI-Combine, AB Testing
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  • Capgemini
    Lead Ios Engineer
    Capgemini Sep 2021 - May 2022
    Paris, France, Fr
    Lead/Senior iOS Engineer @AirbnbResponsibilities:- Led innovative initiatives within the travel and accommodation sector by re- designing crucial components of Airbnb's app, with a specific focus on elevating the Profile Page's user experience.- Utilized the Happo screenshot tool to meticulously review and optimize the app's visuals across various devices and orientations. Implemented AB testing and feature flagsLinks: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/airbnb/id401626263?platform=iphoneTech Stack: Swift 5, Xcode 13.2, Buck build system, Happo screenshot, AB testing
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  • Avanade
    Senior Consultant Ios
    Avanade Nov 2020 - Sep 2021
    Seattle, Washington, Us
    - Played an integral role in the evolution of Tangerine's iOS App, specifically focusing on optimizing the Transfer Money components and enhancing app accessibility.- Leveraged the power of RxSwift, Swift UI, Combine, and MVVM-C architectural patterns to seamlessly transition hybrid app pages into native iOS experiences.- Collaborated closely with other developers and quality assurance teams to achieve consistent and high-quality code and features.Links: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/tangerine-mobile-banking/id847844097Tech Stack: RxSwift, Swift UI-Combine, Objective-C, Swift 5.2, Xcode 12.3, git, Jira, CICD, MVVM-C
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  • It
    Ios Developer
    It Mar 2018 - Sep 2020
    - Worked on Apple pay and Touch / Face Id, securely saving data , SSL pinning for iOS app- Working with both Objective C and Swift 5.x in the current App.- Learned Android development and added some new features in the android hybrid app. - Applied New biometrics API in the existing Android hybrid app. - worked with Cordova iOS and Cordova Android frameworks
  • T4G Limited
    Mobile Ios Developer
    T4G Limited Jul 2017 - Jan 2018
    Toronto, On, Ca
    -worked with Bluetooth and iBeacons using Objective C & swift 4.0.- Attained " Certified Xamarin Mobile developer " Certification- Worked on a Xamarin forms cross platform application for MIDLAND truck drivers, Shipping , pickups, Delivery etc
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  • Essex Lake Group
    Senior Ios Developer
    Essex Lake Group Feb 2016 - May 2017
    New York, Us
    - Worked with banking App. - JS Charts incorporated using Fusion charts, Highchart and D3.js library along with the iOS native Charts.- Playing with HTML and JS to convert and incorporates variety of useful charts into the app.- Mentored jr developers on iOS platform
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  • Capgemini
    Senior Ios Mobile Developer
    Capgemini Aug 2014 - Feb 2016
    Paris, France, Fr
    - Worked on to native iOS applications related to WIFI Access points and their configurations. - With Ruckus- Smart Wireless Installation & Provisioning Engine (SWIPE), you can easily register the Ruckus Access Points (APs) being managed by the Ruckus SCG or vSCG.- Apps & Framework : SWIPE, ZDRC, RMF Framework (for Ruckus).- Mentored and trained Jr developers on Mobile Platforms ( iOS/ android)
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  • Letsgomo
    Sr. Ios Developer
    Letsgomo Nov 2012 - Aug 2014
    Gurgaon, Haryana, In
    iOS , XCode, Objective C- trained and mentored jr. developers- created first phase of 1mg iOS app in a team of 2 members ( more than 4 million downloads on app store ) - worked on image stream medical iOS app- worked on Delve corporate news app
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  • Softprodigy
    Ios Developer
    Softprodigy Jul 2010 - Nov 2012
    Great Neck, Ny, Us
    - Worked on various domains in iOS Mobile development.- Worked on OCR, XMPP Framework.
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Rakesh K Education Details

  • Mohanlal Sukhadia University
    Mohanlal Sukhadia University
    Computer Science
  • Maharaja Ganga Singh University (Mgsu), Bikaner
    Maharaja Ganga Singh University (Mgsu), Bikaner
    Math

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Rakesh K works for 8packapps

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Rakesh K's current role is iOS Architect / Lead Engineer | Ex-Cognizant/ Capgemini/Accenture | All things mobile | 8packApps CEO and founder.

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Rakesh K attended Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Maharaja Ganga Singh University (Mgsu), Bikaner.

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