Sivakumar Balachandran

Results-driven Senior Software Engineer with 7 years of experience specializing in Java Full Stack development and GenAI integration in enterprise ecosystems. Proven track record leading end-to-end engineering for high-stakes projects (Ford PAM system) using Java, Spring Boot, and GCP. Expert at architecting secure, cloud-native microservices while maintaining rigorous standards through Azure Entra ID and cybersecurity protocols.

Collaborative leader adept at mentoring teams and aligning cross-functional Agile environments. Certified in GenAI Prompt Engineering, combining technical precision with strategic focus on delivering high-performance, innovative, user-centric solutions.

Senior Software Engineer / Product Development Specialist - Altimetrik - Chennai, Tamil Nadu

(2024-09)

Products: Product Attribute Management (PAM), Cycle Energy Project (VW-Ford Data Platform). Technologies: Java 21, Spring Boot 3.x, Angular, GCP, PostgreSQL, Redis, APIGEE, Azure Entra ID, Vertex AI, GenAI

• Spearheaded end-to-end migration of core PAM microservices from Spring Boot 2.x to 3.x and Java 21, optimizing Gradle dependencies with 100% source compatibility
• Led enterprise security overhaul by integrating Azure Entra ID across PAM ecosystem; decommissioned legacy ADFS infrastructure to align with cloud-identity standards
• Directed technical attestation and integration of Volkswagen-Ford Data Platform ensuring strict Ford Cybersecurity protocol adherence
• Engineered high-performance solutions implementing Asynchronous Logging and Redis caching strategies for large-scale data throughput
• Integrated Vertex AI concepts and GenAI Prompt Engineering to accelerate development cycles while maintaining 100% code quality and test coverage
• Provided technical mentorship and drove Agile excellence through 3-Amigos sessions, iteration refinement, and proactive backlog management

Senior Software Development Engineer - Island Pacific Retail Systems - Chennai, Tamil Nadu

(2022-05 - 2024-05)

Products: IP Smart Store, IP Retail Chain Manager, IP Voucher Manager. Technologies: React, Java (Spring Boot), MSSQL, Flyway

• Engineered and scaled omnichannel retail solutions for top-tier global brands (Tommy Hilfiger, Pandora, LK Bennett, Running Bare) across multiple geographies
• Spearheaded localized feature development and API integrations for APAC clients (VTNZ, Smith & Caughey's) optimizing Smart Store and Chain Manager ecosystems
• Modernized core retail components using React and Spring Boot, translating complex requirements into high-performing, error-free production code
• Mentored junior developers and led Agile ceremonies ensuring continuous high-quality delivery for international retail clients

Full Stack Developer - Venzo Technologies - Chennai, Tamil Nadu

(2019-05 - 2022-05)

Products: Doka-NG, Qizto, Selfmet. Technologies: Vue.js, React.js, Node.js, Java (Spring Boot), Google Firebase

• Delivered customized Trade Finance and Corporate Banking solutions using Surecomp DOKA-NG for Tier-1 institutions (Standard Chartered, DBS, Rabobank, UniCredit)
• Managed monthly release cycles for European and APAC banking clients, strictly adhering to international financial security and compliance standards
• Architected backend logic and high-security API integrations using Java (Spring Boot) and Node.js facilitating large-scale financial transactions
• Developed dynamic UI features utilizing Vue.js and React.js driving operational efficiency across corporate banking dashboards

Master's - Computer Applications & Information Science and Technology - College of Engineering Guindy, Anna University (2016-08 - 2019-04)

Bachelor's - Computer Science and Programming - Jamal Mohamed College (2013-06 - 2016-05)