VKVishvas Karkera
@vishvaskarkera
Experienced Senior Software Architect specializing in database solutions.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
With over 10 years of comprehensive experience in database architecture, development, and administration, I have honed my skills in Microsoft Azure environments. My proficiency in Azure Cloud Services, including Blob Storage and Azure SQL, has enabled me to lead complex migration and modernization projects effectively. I excel in data modeling, SQL scripting, and performance tuning, ensuring optimal performance for large-scale databases.
In my recent role as a Senior Software Architect at Exact Online, I successfully led the migration of SQL Server to PostgreSQL, enhancing cross-platform workflows and developing automated processes for key modules. My commitment to delivering high-quality, SLA-compliant solutions has consistently improved customer satisfaction and business continuity. I thrive in collaborative environments, working with cross-functional teams to deliver robust database solutions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Software Architect
Exact Online
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Led database migration efforts from SQL Server to PostgreSQL, including schema conversion and rewriting SQL Server functions and procedures for PostgreSQL compatibility. Developed automated processes for key Exact Online modules using customized background jobs.
SQL Developer
Quest Global
Mar 2020 - Apr 2023 (3 years 1 month)
Designed databases and wrote SQL scripts for data analysis and application schema creation for the Siddhi Project at Axis Bank. Provided backend application support for the Fintech domain.
Data Engineer
Quest Global
Mar 2020 - Apr 2023 (3 years 1 month)
Wrote SQL scripts and created schemas for the Express Yard project, a US railway car repair billing portal for Wabtec Corporation. Managed migration activities from PostgreSQL to Couchbase Server and provided backend application support.
Senior Software Engineer
Authentix
May 2014 - Mar 2020 (5 years 10 months)
Managed Azure database maintenance, including shard creation and data migration, for the Ghana government's import-export excise stamp duty project. Developed and deployed SSIS packages and provided backend application support for production data.
Technical Operations Engineer
Taxi For Sure
May 2014 - May 2014 (0 months)
Worked as a technical operations and application database support engineer for pan India, configuring new city model services and city launches. Generated reports for business operations, managed user authentication, and optimized queries.
Software Engineer
Posterity Group
May 2014 - May 2014 (0 months)
Involved in data modeling activities for the US Army National Guard lodging application. Set up development environments and implemented logical models to physical models.
Junior Software Engineer
Sony Music India
Feb 2013 - Oct 2013 (8 months)
Led migration from SQL Server to MySQL for the Sony Music Caller Tune IVR-based application service. Implemented schema design changes and performed data mapping on MySQL using AWS S3 Bucket contents.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Visvesvaraya Technological University (Belgaum)
Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics & Communication
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Communication. Studied at Visvesvaraya Technological University (Belgaum), graduating in 2010.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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