E-MAIL lekkala.venu@gmail.
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VENU LEKKALA MOBILE +91-9985574665
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Seasoned professional with expertise in delivering successful projects across various industries; targeting a challenging
role in a dynamic organization to leverage skills and competencies in driving innovation and achieving business objectives
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Possessing 12+ years of extensive experience in Application Development, focusing on Agile methodologies and .Net
framework across diverse industries
Managerial Engagement
Rich experience in leading end-to-end product delivery with core expertise in engaging with the Team and enabling them to understand
the product vision and the requirements
Excellent at engaging with stakeholders & communicating the vision and goals of the product to facilitate an identical understanding
of the outcome
Built and led high-performing teams; enhanced morale, cross-group collaboration, staff development, and talent management.
Provided thought leadership and technical consulting in defining, implementing, ensuring, measuring and continuously improving along
with quality standards, frameworks, practices and measurements
Key People Leader, who has successfully led and motivated team towards growth and success in the organization; created a clear &
compelling view of future through coaching and execution; extensively coordinated with multi-cultural teams for smooth functions
Functional Engagement
Experience in product lifecycle activities including preparation of road map items, design management, change management, issues
control & resolution, cost management, quality management and various other cross-functional activities
Directed technology planning and direction, strategy development, leadership and implementation, business and operational
transformation execution, business solution delivery, and product development
Established an architect function to ensure ample focus on on-going activities and quality improvements on an architectural level in
the existing code base
Participated in various phases of SDLC right from requirement analysis, effort estimation, coding & testing (preparation of test cases
along with implementation) for maintaining the quality of proposed applications
CORE COMPETENCIES
API Development/Backend Full Stack Development Scrum/Agile Methodologies
Development
Project Management Blazor UI Development Technical Support
Product Management Presentation Skills Machine Learning
EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS
2010 Certified in AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals
Master of Computer Applications from Aurora’s
Engineering College, JNTUH
2007
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Statistics,
Computer Science from SVDC, KU Certified in AZ 204 Developer Associate
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft .NET (C#), MVC, NET Core, SQL, Rule Stream, Web API, REST & GraphQL
EF Core, LINQ, Terraform, ChartJS, Power Apps, Excel VBA, VB 6.0
Blazor, Syncfusion, React, Telerik Kendo UI, XSLT, Bootstrap, CSS, HTML
Azure Cognitive Services, Postman, Swagger, JavaScript, JSON
JIRA, Rally, DevOps, GitHub, Jenkins
WORK EXPERIENCE
Technical Architect at TEKSystems, Hyderabad, India, Oct 2023 – Till date
Key Result Areas:
Led full-stack development projects using Scrum/Agile methodology to deliver high-quality web applications.
Collaborated with product owners and stakeholders to gather and analyze project requirements.
Designed and developed both front-end and back-end components to create scalable and responsive web solutions.
Collaborated with stakeholders to understand project requirements, leading the development team in creating high-quality applications.
using .NET Core, React, SQL, Web API, Swagger, git, Azure, and Devops.
Maintained code quality through peer reviews and documentation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring the
definition of done.
Consultant at CTG, Hyderabad, India, Dec 2021 - June 2023
Key Result Areas:
Leading and delivering successful projects by utilizing Agile methodologies and .Net framework, ensuring optimal performance and
functionality across various industries
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze, estimate, and design architectural solutions, fostering strong.
client relationships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Developing and implementing high-quality applications using technologies such as .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC, C#, ADO.Net, WEB API,
Power Apps, SQL Server, Telerik Kendo UI, Syncfusion, and Blazor UI
Troubleshooting and debugging complex problems, ensuring smooth project execution, and maintaining code quality through peer
reviews and documentation
Utilizing SQL Server to write views, stored procedures, and user-defined functions, contributing to efficient data management and
seamless integration
Conducted code reviews and implemented best practices to ensure code quality, maintainability, and performance optimization.
Participated in daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives to keep the team aligned and improve processes.
Mentored and guided junior developers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
Worked closely with QA team to identify and resolve defects, ensuring a smooth and bug-free product release.
Communicated effectively with team members and stakeholders to provide project updates and address any concerns or issues.
Maintained up-to-date technical documentation, including design specifications and developer guides.
Demonstrated adaptability and quick problem-solving skills in a fast-paced and dynamic development environment.
Technical Architect at MouriTech, Hyderabad, India, May 2021 - Dec 2021
Key Result Areas:
Served as a Technical Architect, responsible for designing and implementing architectural solutions, providing expert guidance, and
ensuring adherence to best practices
Collaborated with stakeholders to understand project requirements, leading the development team in creating high-quality applications
using .NET Core, React, SQL, Web API, Swagger, and Azure
Maintained code quality through peer reviews and documentation, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and ensuring the
definition of done
Consultant at Genpact, Hyderabad, India, July 2017 - May 2021
Key Result Areas:
Worked as a Consultant in a fast-paced environment, delivering successful projects by collaborating with clients to gather requirements,
analyze business needs and provide innovative solutions.
Utilized Microsoft technologies such as .NET Core, MVC, SQL, JSON, Swagger, and Rule Stream to develop high-quality applications,
showcasing expertise in Web API, Blazor, Syncfusion, Telerik Kendo UI, XSLT, and chartJS.
Played a key role in maintaining code quality, conducting peer reviews, and ensuring the definition of done, contributing to the overall
the success of the organization
Senior Software Engineer, CK Birla Group Birlasoft Ltd., Hyderabad, India, May 2014 - July 2017
Key Result Areas:
Served as a Senior Software Engineer, contributing to the development of high-quality applications using Microsoft technologies such
as .NET Core, MVC, SQL, JSON, Swagger, and Rule Stream
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze business needs, and provide innovative solutions,
demonstrating expertise in Web API, Blazor, Syncfusion, Telerik Kendo UI, XSLT, and chartJS
Played a key role in maintaining code quality, conducting peer reviews, and ensuring the definition of done, contributing to the overall
the success of the organization
Software Engineer at MARAM Software Pvt. Ltd., Hyderabad, India, Nov 2010 - Apr 2014
Key Result Areas:
Worked as a Software Engineer, contributing to the development of high-quality applications by gathering requirements, analyzing
business needs and providing innovative solutions.
Gathered requirements, created reports, generated PNR files, and barcode generations.
Upgraded databases from MS Access to SQL server
Developed Database and stored procedures
Executed Batch files in order to run and install SSMS and Apparel package
PROJECTS
Client: Microsoft
Role: Lead Consultant
Duration: Oct 2023 – till date
Environment: .NET 6, SQL, React, Azure, Swagger, Git, Devops, EF Core, Stored Procedure
Description: The ramp plan defines the timeline and the volume of when and how a program should be gradually transitioned to
mainstream. Once a program is transitioned to mainstream, the program should go through a streamlined process and capacity planners
can use a standard dock-to-live cycle time to plan the capacity.
Client: Language Links
Role: Lead Consultant
Duration: April 2023 – June’23
Environment: .NET 6, SQL, Twilio, Mizu OPI, EF Core, Blazor, DevOps, JIRA, microservices
Description: Successfully migrated a legacy application to a new platform, enabling scalability and improved process practices. Led the
team in understanding the existing applications and architecture, creating a new proposed architecture design, and developing a roadmap
for development. Collaborated with the UX team to create a mock UI and implemented APIs using .NET 6, SQL, Twilio, Mizu OPI, EF Core,
Blazor, and DevOps. Maintained code quality and participated in different phases of the SDLC, ensuring successful project delivery
Client: ThyssenKrupp
Role: Lead Consultant
Duration: October 2022 - March 2023
Environment: .NET 6, React, SQL, Web API, Swagger, postman, GitHub, Azure, EF Core
Description: Worked on an audit module to investigate the structure of the internal control system and the implementation of
recommendations in the compliance management system. Led the backend development and API design, ensuring seamless integration
with the UI. Collaborated with the UI team to implement UI design suggestions and multiple frequency score logics. Maintained code quality
and participated in different phases of the SDLC, ensuring successful project delivery
Client: Linde
Role: Lead Consultant
Duration: January 2022-August 2022
Environment: .NET 6, Syncfusion, SQL, Azure, EF Core
Description: Migrated 4 separate Macro Enabled Excel Workbooks to a web application, enabling advanced features and improved
accessibility. Led the team in setting up the local environment, gathering requirements, and analyzing the existing applications. Rewrote
Fortran code into C# and implemented Azure graphs for user login. Collaborated with the Syncfusion team to perform basic operations
from the front-end application. Participated in standup calls and retro calls, ensuring successful project delivery
Client: ABB (Motor Control Centers)
Role: Developer, Capturing requirements from Business & Product Owners
Duration: September 2020 – May 2021
Environment: RuleStream, SQL, Azure DevOps
Description: Developed a complete document management system for Motor Control Centers, enabling efficient control and management
of electronic motors. Collaborated with Business Analysts and Product Designers to gather requirements and develop solutions.
Implemented performance optimization and achieved high-performance tuning results for complex queries. Handled end-to-end deployment
of product suite and resolved production issues, ensuring smooth project execution
Client: GE Renewables (Nuclear IVVI)
Role: Developer
Duration: May 2020 - September 2020
Environment: .NET CORE 3.1, .NET Core Rest API, C#, .NET, MVC, WPF (MVVM), Material UI, JavaScript, SQL Server, Telerik kendo UI,
GitHub
Description: Developed a high-definition video recording tool for nuclear plants, enabling efficient inspection and approval processes.
Collaborated with the team to design and develop web and desktop applications using .NET Core, C#, MVC, WPF, Material UI, JavaScript,
SQL Server, and Telerik kendo UI. Participated in different phases of the SDLC, ensuring successful project delivery
Client: GE Power (OMW Rebuilding Application)
Duration: August 2019 – July’ 2020
Environment: Asp.net MVC, C#, KENDO UI/Grid, SQL Server, Java Script, WEB API, AWS S3
Description: Developed an application for GE Power to maintain various electrical products. Collaborated with stakeholders to gather
requirements and designed and developed web pages using Asp.net MVC, C#, KENDO UI/Grid, SQL Server, Java Script, and WEB API.
Participated in different phases of the SDLC, ensuring successful project delivery
Client: GE Energy (Integrated Switch Board)
Duration: April 2016 – March 2019
Environment: Rule Stream, Rally, Jenkins, GitHub, XSLT, and SQL Server
Description: Provides a flexible and centralized system of protection by combining electrical room equipment and components into a
single compact, inter-wired solution. Implemented 2DI with shape builder and front view, conduit view, and Bussing. Generating
BLOB storage using XSLT files making this from RS Tool, which helps to read input from new quotations and can be imported to
legacy systems and vice versa. Switchboards can incorporate our full line of circuit breakers, power management components,
transient voltage suppressors, and meters. This provides us with low-cost and high-quality manufacturing capability complemented by
geographically distributed facilities that provide quick deliveries for a wide range of products.
Client: GE Power (NEMA contactors and Motor starters)
Role: Developer & SPOC
Duration: July 2014 - December 2015
Environment: Rule Stream, JIRA, VB6.0, Rain Maker, SQL Server, C#
Description: Developed a configurator for NEMA contactors and motor starters, enabling users to configure products based on
requirements. Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and extracted rules from legacy applications. Designed and developed
web pages using Rule Stream, JIRA, VB6.0, Rain Maker, SQL Server, and C#. Successfully migrated the technology from Rainmaker to Rule
Stream in SPEEDI.
Client: Apparel Concept
Role: Software Engineer
Duration: December 2010 - April 2014
Environment: VB6.0, Excel VBA, Batch files, SQL Server, MS Access
Description: Developed a unique barcode-based ERP software for the garment industry, enabling efficient management and tracking of
items. Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements and developed applications using VB6.0, LINQ, Batch files, SQL Server, and
MS Access. Upgraded databases from MS Access to SQL Server and maintained code quality through peer reviews
