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Kannan Prasad

@kannanprasad

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Senior iOS Engineer with 15 years of IT experience.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster innovation and collaboration, where I can lead impactful projects and mentor aspiring engineers.

With over 15 years in the IT industry, I have dedicated 12 of those years to native iOS app development. My journey began with PHP-based website and API development, but I transitioned to mobile development, where I have thrived in both startup environments and multinational consulting firms. My experience has equipped me with a diverse skill set, allowing me to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects effectively.

At HSBC, I architected a Fraud Warning module that significantly reduced authorized push payment scams, demonstrating my ability to drive product expansion and enhance customer security. I have a proven track record of mentoring engineers, ensuring code quality, and collaborating with product owners to align solutions with market needs. My leadership experience extends to managing globally distributed teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and achieving high standards in coding practices.

Throughout my career, I have successfully delivered innovative solutions, such as the Mobile POS for Nordstrom and various enterprise apps for Provident Financial Group. I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve real-world problems and am committed to ongoing professional development, as evidenced by my volunteer work at the Swift Leeds developer conference.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior iOS Engineer

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HSBC

Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Architected the Fraud Warning module, a strategic initiative to safeguard customers from fraud and scam payments. Led a globally distributed team of mobile engineers, ensuring a robust and scalable solution across platforms.

Fraud Prevention Mobile Engineering Agile Methodologies Adobe Experience Manager SAST MAST Penetration Testing ServiceNow

Senior System Analyst

UST

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 6 months)

Led mobile teams from both offshore and onshore locations for multiple portfolios within the Vanquis Group project, fostering strong partnerships and ensuring smooth project execution across distributed teams. Actively contributed to new project proposals, resource recruitment efforts, and client engagement initiatives beyond core project responsibilities.

Project Management Client Engagement Recruitment Proposal Development Talent Acquisition

Technology Analyst

Infosys Ltd

May 2013 - Present (12 years 2 months)

Led a cross-functional squad to successfully deliver the Mobile POS solution for Nordstrom USA, coordinating multiple disciplines to achieve project goals. Upgraded the POS solution to meet EMV compliance standards, ensuring security and regulatory requirements were fulfilled.

Cross Functional Team Leadership Retail Operations

iOS Engineer

Mobatia Technology Pvt Ltd

May 2010 - Present (15 years 2 months)

Developed and maintained robust web applications using the LAMP stack and PHP-based content management systems. Successfully transitioned from web development into mobile development, expanding technical expertise across multiple platforms and technologies.

LAMP Stack PHP RESTful APIs iOS Development Web Development

Software Engineer

Srishti Innovative

Jul 2009 - Present (16 years)

Delivered robust web applications for various US clients using the LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) stack, ensuring reliable and scalable solutions. Successfully managed the entire development process from initial creative design through technical execution to long-term maintenance and support.

LAMP Stack Web Application Development Project Management Client Relationship Management Maintenance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Cochin University Of Science and Technology

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science

Studied Computer Science, gaining foundational knowledge in software development and engineering principles. Focused on core computer science concepts and their practical applications.