Kavitha Shada

Results-driven Mainframe Developer & Software Engineer with 5 years of dedicated enterprise experience architecting, modernizing, and maintaining complex applications across Insurance and Healthcare domains. Expert in legacy system optimization, enterprise batch processing, dynamic forms rebranding, state fee calculations, z/OS automation, and database migrations on IBM z/OS mainframe environments using COBOL, VSAM, DB2, CICS, JCL, and REXX. Proficient in full-stack Java solutions (Core Java, Spring Boot, Servlets, JDBC, MySQL).

Demonstrated history of delivering high-quality solutions across the SDLC with strong focus on unit testing, Agile collaboration, and modern workflow automation (GitLab, ServiceNow, IBM Developer for z/OS). Skilled in designing scalable workflows, performing code reviews, and conducting user acceptance testing to meet business needs.

Senior Software Engineer at Capgemini (2021-08 – 2026-07)

Client: Farmers Insurance

• Delivered end-to-end software engineering across a 5-year tenure for one of the top P&C insurance groups in the US, optimizing critical core application workflows for Auto, Home, Motorhome, and Commercial lines.
• Collaborated with clients to comprehend their business tasks. Executed core data migration initiatives including Enterprise Shared Drive Migrations and Email Infrastructure Migrations with zero system downtime.
• Implemented complex regulatory policy modifications and updates, including the NY Auto Accident Prevention Motorhome policy, Colorado Hazard Mitigation Fee calculation engine, and Virginia Home Product revisions.
• Led technical work streams, including script development, testing, and deployment, by coordinating with developers.
• Developed and maintained REXX scripts and TSO/ISPF utilities to automate recurring mainframe operational tasks, reducing manual effort and errors.
• Supported z/OS startup/shutdown automation using IBM System Automation for z/OS and NetView for z/OS, ensuring controlled and repeatable system start and stop sequences.
• Maintained automation policies in the Automation Policy Database (PDB), updating resource, application, and dependency definitions per business requirements.
• Contributed to z/OS Automation Migration, moving automation policies and definitions to the target environment with validation and no disruption to production.
• Performed SMP/E tasks (RECEIVE, APPLY, ACCEPT) for installing and maintaining z/OS product fixes and PTFs.
• Prepared thorough Unit Test Plans (UTP) and executed Unit Test Reports (UTR) across all sprint deliverables to ensure flawless deployment to production environments.
• Translated detailed technical requirement documents into optimized COBOL program logic, VSAM file definitions, and high-performance JCL batch jobs following strict coding standards.

Software Engineer at Ariatech IT Solution (2019-03 – 2020-03)

Patient Registration in Hospital

• Prepared detailed system design documents that capture the workflow process, exception handling, and use cases. Engineered an automated hospital management system covering patient registration and secure authentication workflows.
• Developed front-end user interfaces using HTML/CSS and linked them with robust back-end Java controllers using JDBC and Servlets.
• Built custom database search capabilities against MySQL tables allowing healthcare staff to look up records instantly via unique patient attributes.
• Collaborated with end-users to gather and document requirements.

Core Java Training at Lasya Infotech (2018-10 – 2019-03)

5 Months

• Prepared detailed system design documents that capture the workflow process, exception handling, and use cases. Engineered an automated hospital management system covering patient registration and secure authentication workflows. Patch analysis, Code Promotion, and Migration in Core Java.
• Performed integration using front-end user interfaces using HTML/CSS and linked them with robust back-end Java controllers using JDBC and Servlets.
• Worked on scripts which are called using JDBC processes.
• Maintained a relentless focus on customer satisfaction, addressing pain points with innovative solutions. Created and led engaging training sessions.

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Information Technology – B.V. Raju Institute of Technology