looking for impactful opportunities where I can contribute to cutting-edge solutions as a Technical Lead, Senior Software Developer, or Full Stack Developer
gagan arora
@gaganarora
Senior Software Engineer with 12+ years of experience in Payments and Cards, specializing in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and AWS Cloud.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven software professional with over 12 years of experience in backend and full-stack development, primarily within BFSI, Payments Processing, and Commercial Cards. I bring deep expertise in Java, J2EE, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and Microservices architecture, along with hands-on proficiency in AWS Cloud services like EC2, S3, Lambda, and API Gateway.
I’ve led cross-functional teams to build enterprise-grade solutions and integrated payment systems using industry-standard protocols including ISO8583, ISO20022, and SWIFT MT/MX. My approach to development emphasizes clean code, scalability, performance optimization, and strong adherence to software engineering best practices.
Key achievements:
Delivered large-scale backend platforms for financial institutions
Led successful implementations of high-volume payment systems
Experienced in CI/CD, SonarQube, Agile, and release management
Skilled in tools like Maven, Git, Jenkins, Postman, JIRA, and Confluence
Adept in stakeholder communication, documentation, and mentoring teams
I’m passionate about solving complex problems, driving innovation in financial technologies, and staying aligned with trends in real-time payments, open banking, and cloud-native architectures.
Currently serving notice period and available as an Immediate Joiner. Now looking for impactful opportunities where I can contribute to cutting-edge solutions as a Technical Lead, Senior Software Developer, or Full Stack Developer. Immediate Joiner.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Application Development Intermediate Programmer Analyst
Citicorp Services India Pvt. Ltd.
Jun 2019 - Present (6 years 4 months)
Developed business logic and microservices for the WorldLink Cross Border Payment Processor, enhancing payment efficiency across 135+ currencies. Collaborated with analysts to implement business requirements and optimized database operations. Configured CI/CD pipelines for seamless deployment.
Consultant – Team Lead
Virtusa India Private Limited
Sep 2013 - May 2019 (5 years 8 months)
Led various projects for the Commercial Card Manager, focusing on UI redesign, technical migrations, and automation of manual tasks. Enhanced application security and provided L3 support to ensure optimal customer satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
G. L. Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management
Bachelor of Technology, Electronics and Communication
2009 - 2013
Graduated with a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication, gaining a solid foundation in electronic systems, communication technologies, and related engineering principles.
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Software and tools used professionally
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