Durgesh Kumar

Full Stack Software Developer

Asbach, DE.

About

Highly accomplished Full Stack Software Developer and competent leader with over 14 years of progressive experience in web development, systems analysis, and team management. Proven ability to modernize complex legacy applications, automate build/deployment processes, and lead cross-functional teams in high-impact projects. Leverages extensive European experience (7+ years in UK, 4+ years in Germany) and deep domain expertise in the insurance sector to deliver robust, scalable, and innovative software solutions that drive business value.

Work

GiPsy Software Solutions GmbH

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Full Stack Software Developer

Asbach, , Germany

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Summary

Leads full-stack development and modernization initiatives for automotive industry products, enhancing system architecture and user experience.

Highlights

Architected and restructured UI for seamless hybrid Angular/AngularJS integration, improving application flexibility and user experience.

Engineered and rewrote the data layer, introducing a robust repository pattern for unified and efficient data access.

Refactored existing APIs based on coding standards and SOLID principles, significantly enhancing code maintainability and scalability.

Developed complex webpack scripts to optimize packaging of Angular and AngularJS, streamlining build processes and deployment.

Extended EF6 migration and seeding processes for MySQL stored procedures, ensuring robust database management and data integrity.

Congruent Info Tech. Ltd.

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Lead Developer/Team Lead

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Summary

Led the re-engineering of a critical budgeting and forecasting tool, driving its transition from legacy systems to a modern technology stack.

Highlights

Conducted in-depth analysis of legacy product architecture, identifying key areas for modernization and performance improvement.

Created a comprehensive Proof of Concept (POC) to validate technical feasibility and outline the future product's architectural direction.

Authored detailed technical designs, guiding development teams in implementing robust and scalable solutions for the re-engineered product.

Spearheaded core development efforts against the new technical design, ensuring high-quality code and adherence to project specifications.

HCL Technologies Ltd.

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Team Lead/Senior Developer

Telford, , UK

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Summary

Directed full-stack development and led multiple engineering teams across diverse projects, specializing in insurance system modernization and critical application delivery for global clients.

Highlights

Led and mentored Web & Desktop Development teams (up to 8 members), optimizing project activities, process management, resource allocation, and effort estimation.

Automated build and deployment processes using PowerShell, MsBuild, and Jenkins, reducing deployment time by an estimated 30%.

Spearheaded the migration of the ALPHA thick client from legacy languages to a web-based Angular 2, HTML5, and CSS3 application, rewriting all existing screens.

Designed and developed robust middle-tier and Web API service layers with comprehensive unit tests for critical insurance applications, ensuring data integrity and performance.

Coordinated cross-functional onsite and offshore teams, resolving complex technical issues and proposing innovative solutions for technology conversion projects.

Developed service layers and Rules Engines with unit and acceptance tests for the Aviva Insight portal, enhancing automation and data processing efficiency.

Implemented role-based security and integrated with ALPHA security policies for the OSP Portal, ensuring secure access and efficient policy management for users.

Contributed significantly to the Insurance domain, specializing in life, health, and pension administration systems, enhancing business process efficiency.

Education

Visvesvaraya Technological University

Belgaum, Karnataka, India
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Bachelor Engineering Grade:

Languages

English

Certificates

LOMA 280 (Basics of Life and Pension, Insurance)

LOMA

SCJP (Sun Certified Java Programmer)

Sun Microsystems

MCTS.Net (Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist)

Microsoft

Skills

Web Technologies

Web API, Blazor Webassembly, ASP.NET, ASP.Net MVC, WCF, HTML 5, CSS3, Angular, AngularJS, JavaScript, Typescript, JQuery, Bootstrap 4.

Programming Languages

C#, Java, Informix 4GL, PL/SQL.

Frameworks

.Net, PowerShell, MSBuild, Microsoft Unity, JDK, Spring Boot, Hibernate.

Testing Frameworks

NUnit, MS Test, SpecFlow, Jasmine, Protractor, Karma.

Databases (RDBMS)

Oracle, SQL Server, Informix, MySQL, DB2.

Web Servers

IIS, Tomcat.

Development Tools & Methodologies

Git, Jenkins, SVN, Serena Dimensions, Cincom Eloquence, Confluence, TFS, VSTS, Glup, Webpack, Node, NPM, Agile, TDD, BDD, SOLID principles, SDLC.

Cloud Platforms

Azure Services.

Domain Expertise

Insurance, Life Insurance, Pension Administration.

Soft Skills

Communication, Relationship Management, Coordination, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Team Leadership, Mentoring.