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Pratik Thakkar

@pratikthakkar

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Innovative software engineer specializing in digital transformation solutions.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth opportunities.

I am a strategic and solution-oriented software engineer with extensive experience in delivering high-impact solutions across financial, healthcare, and enterprise domains. My engaging leadership style and ownership mindset allow me to effectively bridge technical teams and business stakeholders in agile environments. I am passionate about modernizing legacy systems and architecting scalable applications, driving continuous improvement through innovation and automation.

Throughout my career, I have developed and enhanced globally distributed trading platforms, focusing on real-time applications and services. My expertise in C#.NET, WPF, and MS SQL Server has enabled me to implement efficient solutions that enhance trading functionalities. I thrive in collaborative settings, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality deliverables and successful project outcomes.

As a lifelong learner, I proactively explore new technologies to drive industry advancements. I have a proven track record of executing automation initiatives and modernizing applications to improve integration and performance. I am committed to delivering exceptional results and continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Sr. Software Engineer / Vice President

Morgan Stanley

Apr 2022 - Jun 2025 (3 years 2 months)

Developed and enhanced a globally distributed trading platform supporting complex workflows across multiple financial products and exchanges. Implemented business requirements for real-time, multi-threaded, front-end trading applications and services.

C# .NET Web Services MS SQL Server CI CD

Sr. Software Engineer | Consultant

J P Morgan Chase Co.

Dec 2015 - Apr 2022 (6 years 4 months)

Developed and enhanced a distributed trading application supporting complex workflows for internal users, focusing on Fixed Income products. Enhanced existing Windows applications and services by adding features using C#.Net, WPF, MVVM, and REST API.

C# .NET WPF MVVM REST APIs WCF Microsoft Outlook Add Ins Jira

Sr. Software Engineer | Consultant

Siemens Healthcare

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (11 months)

Implemented various application modules for medical device assemblies using C#.Net, WPF, MVVM pattern, WinForms, ADO.NET, and WCF service. Designed Class Diagrams and Sequence diagrams using Enterprise Architect.

C# .NET WPF MVVM WinForms ADO.NET WCF Enterprise Architect

Technical Leader / Sr. Software Engineer

Capgemini, Inc. | IGATE Technology Solutions

Feb 2011 - Jan 2015 (3 years 11 months)

Developed applications to handle patient information transmitted from medical devices to applications for processing, alerts, and persistence in SQL databases. Implemented GUI modules in .Net 4.5, C#.Net, WPF with MVVM, MEF patterns, and asynchronous threading.

C# .NET WPF MVVM MEF Windows Services WCF Unit Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Saurashtra University

Master of Computer Application, Computer Application

Completed a Master of Computer Application degree, focusing on advanced computer science concepts and software development. Gained expertise in various programming paradigms and application development.

Saurashtra University

Bachelor of Computer Science, Computer Science

Obtained a Bachelor of Computer Science degree, building a strong foundation in computer science principles. Developed skills in programming, data structures, and algorithms.