Swamy Madalu Gangarajanna
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Innovative and results-driven Solution designer and architect with over 17+ years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing complex solutions across the banking and financial services sectors. Proven track record of leading large-scale projects and delivering high-impact solutions that drive business growth and operational efficiency. Expertise in end-to-end architecture design, cloud technologies, and integration strategies. Adept at working with global teams to meet and exceed client expectations. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Solution Designer
Westpac Group AU
03.2020 - Current
- Led end-to-end architecture and design for multiple high-impact projects, including the integration of digital wallets, Merchant tokenisation, Part pay card product fulfilment and instant digital card, Click to pay, scheme compliance projects
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of machine learning models to build supervised ML model to determine the Personal loan propensity and enhance customer insights
- Directed the overall solution design for Westpac's Banking as a Service (BaaS) platform, enabling fintech partners to offer banking products under their own brands and expanding the bank's market presence
- Drove innovation in solution design, leading global teams through discovery, implementation, and production phases
- Ensured technical excellence and alignment with business goals while fostering collaboration among stakeholders
- Endorsed chapter lead for CF ensure quality of the APIs and event modelling
- Actively engaged in enabling business to make facts based decision, provide budgetary guidance, Risk management and continued operation support
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining processes and reducing redundancies in solution design
- Conducted post-implementation reviews to assess the effectiveness of delivered solutions, identifying areas for future improvement and refining internal processes
- Delivered high-quality, scalable solutions within tight deadlines by effectively managing resources and prioritizing tasks
- Proactively identified potential risks in projects and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on deliverables
- Optimized system performance by conducting thorough testing and implementing necessary improvements based on feedback
- Collaborated with stakeholders to gather requirements, ensuring alignment between business objectives and technical solutions
- Reduced client onboarding time through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop customized solutions
- Provided subject matter expertise, showcasing an understanding of specific challenges faced by potential clients
- Championed knowledge-sharing initiatives within the organization by participating in conferences, seminars, and workshops to stay current on industry trends and best practices
- Mentored junior team members in best practices for solution design, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients
- Monitored and tested application performance to identify potential bottlenecks, develop solutions and collaborate with developers on solution implementation
Lead Solution Designer and Solution Architect
Equifax / Capgemini AU
10.2016 - Current
- Leading end to end solution design for Company and business trading history products
- Designed and implemented robust solutions for trading property valuation services
- Individual contributor for designing, developing and implementing 'property certificate Victoria' services and integration with PEXA
- Led architecture and execution of migration projects, successfully transitioning legacy systems to modern platforms, enhancing system performance and scalability
- Effectively managed both offshore and onshore teams, overseeing the technical design, development, and delivery of key projects
- Ensured alignment with project goals and high-quality outcomes
- Achieved seamless integration of new systems by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams throughout the development cycle
- Continuously sought opportunities for professional development through industry certifications, workshops, and conferences relevant to solution design expertise
- Successfully delivered complex projects involving large-scale data migration, system integration, or infrastructure updates by employing proven solution design strategies
- Conducted thorough post-implementation reviews to assess the effectiveness of designed solutions and identify areas for further improvement
Tech Lead / Senior Software Engineer
AIA Australia
02.2016 - 10.2016
- During the contract window, developed the technical solution with the team in enhancing the AIA Vitality portal, improving performance and reducing customer issues
- Implemented critical updates and defect fixes, contributing to overall system stability and user satisfaction
- Optimized code for scalability, handling increased user traffic without compromising performance
Software Development Specialist, Lead Designer, Scrum Master
Nokia Networks
08.2010 - 01.2016
- Designed and developed with group of 3, the Cloud Band VoLTE solution from scratch based on telecom white paper published by European telecom standards
- Recognized with an Excellence Award for innovation
- Led the development of a reusable JavaScript framework for network resource management, enhancing operational efficiency
- Also took up scrum Master, facilitating agile practices and team collaboration
- Designed scalable architecture patterns for future growth, anticipating changing business needs and technology trends in the industry
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products on schedule
- Evaluated emerging technologies to determine their potential applicability within current projects or as part of future innovation initiatives within the organization
- Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team
- Created clear, concise technical documentation for internal reference purposes as well as external client-facing materials when needed
- Developed user-friendly interfaces for improved customer experience and increased product adoption
- Led the team of 10 members involving designers and engineers
- Ensured seamless integration of third-party APIs into existing software solutions, expanding functionality while maintaining compatibility with legacy systems
- Contributed to the continuous improvement of development processes by identifying areas for optimization, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of innovation within the team
- Designed customized solutions for proposals to potential customers
- Built databases and table structures for web applications
Senior Software Engineer, Software Engineer
Mindtree Limited
11.2007 - 07.2010
- Contributed to the development of media management solutions and site management tools
- Engaged in end-to-end development and integration, ensuring high-quality deliverables
- Deployment of storefront websites for HBO, TNT, etc
- Managed as developer multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards
- Enhanced software functionality by identifying and resolving complex technical issues
- Regularly reviewed peers' code contributions, offering constructive feedback to enhance overall product quality
- Analyzed proposed technical solutions based on customer requirements
- Coordinated deployments of new software, feature updates and fixes
Education
Post Graduate Program - AI And ML Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning
University of Texas
03.2025
Post Graduate Deploma - Information Technology And Management
Symbiosis University
11.2012
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science And Technology
Vishweswaraya Technological University
07.2007
Skills
- Proficient in Solution Architecture and Designing
- Expertise in Machine Learning , AI Automation , LLMs
- proficient in Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, Python, Microservices, Docker, Cloud certified (AWS),
- Expertise and experience in API gateway implementation - CA , Axway , Apigee
- Proficient in Integration technologies like JMS, REST, SOAP, Kafka, Micro Frontend ,Apache Camel , Orkes, Appian
- Experience working in Agile, Scrum, SAFe, Waterfall
- Proficient in using tools like Eclipse, IntelliJ, Jenkins, Maven, Git, JIRA, Confluence, Splunk, Jupyter , Jmeter ,Wireshark,splunk for software engineering
- Experience in building Machine learning models , LLMs and AI automation , Data Analysis and data insights
- Effective Stakeholder Engagement
- Expertise and experience in microservices design
- Experience in Cybersecurity and data protection
- Expertise and experience in performance Enhancement
- Experience in IT Compliance Management
- Experience in strategic decision making
- Experience in Digital transformation
- Experience in Business , system analysis
Certification
- Advanced Python programming
- AWS Certified Solution Architect – Associate
- Certified Scrum Master
- Azure Cloud Training
- Cassandra DB training
Accomplishments
- Personal loan propensity Machine learning model Extensive data Analysis and machine learning to establish the supervised learning for Cards
- Spearheaded the design and implemented comprehensive solutions for integrating MasterCard, Visa, and various digital wallets, including Apple Pay and Google Pay. These innovations streamlined payment processes, enhanced user experiences, and ensured compliance with industry standards. Instant Digital Card Services.
- This improvement has enhanced customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Banking as a Service (BaaS): Spearheaded the design and deployment of a modern Banking as a Service platform for Westpac, enabling fintech partners to offer banking products under their own brand. This initiative expanded Westpac's reach and created new revenue streams.
- Property Certificates Victoria: Led the technical redesign and development of APIs for Equifax Property Certificates Victoria project. Delivered the project ahead of schedule by redesigning the architecture to align with microservices and Open API specifications, improving service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Migration Solutions: Provided expert solutions for migrating legacy systems to modern platforms, including the transition from SOA-P to JBoss Fuse. This work has optimized performance, reduced technical debt, and facilitated seamless integrations.
- Innovation and R&D: Recognized with multiple awards for contributions to research and development, including the creation of a proprietary JavaScript framework for resource management at Nokia and advancements in NFVO solutions. These innovations have driven operational efficiencies and enhanced product capabilities.
Languages
English
Hindi
Kannada
Awards
- Performance Awards at Westpac for contributions to banking solutions.
- Capgemini CEO Award for technical excellence in migration solutions.
- Nokia Excellence Award for innovation contributions in NFVO solutions.
- Spot Awards at Nokia for innovative ideas or fast collective thinking to solve the problems
Timeline
Senior Solution Designer
Westpac Group AU
03.2020 - Current
Lead Solution Designer and Solution Architect
Equifax / Capgemini AU
10.2016 - Current
Tech Lead / Senior Software Engineer
AIA Australia
02.2016 - 10.2016
Software Development Specialist, Lead Designer, Scrum Master
Nokia Networks
08.2010 - 01.2016
Senior Software Engineer, Software Engineer
Mindtree Limited
11.2007 - 07.2010
Post Graduate Deploma - Information Technology And Management
Symbiosis University
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science And Technology
Vishweswaraya Technological University
Post Graduate Program - AI And ML Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning
University of Texas
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