Avani Patel

Experience

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  Systems Guild, Inc

  Jun 2008 - Jun 2019

  Senior Technology Consultant

  As a Senior Technology Consultant, I provided strategic guidance to clients across various technology domains. My role involved assessing needs, identifying innovative solutions, leading project management, and driving improvements in client systems. I was instrumental in building strong client relationships and effectively delivering impactful technology solutions.Key Achievements:- Successfully delivered on time and on budget, a custom web-based service-oriented distributedapplication that monitors and maintains 1800+ remote servers.- Extensively and comprehensively used Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Message Queue.- Used Restful API architectural and created numerous API endpoints.- Developed middleware applications to communicate with third-party, out-of-the-box software.- Managed and guided other developers on the project.- Used Agile methodology to work with the subject matter expert to identify sophisticated businessrules and data sources.- Led daily and weekly project status meetings with clients.- Supported client with UAT and Rollout.- Delivered automated installation package to run on all remote servers.- Built a heartbeat generator to simulate test environment of 1800+ remote servers.- I configured Windows Server and IIS 7 and managed multiple servers in Dev, Test, and Production.Environment: MS SQL Server 2008, Visual Studio 2016, T-SQL, C#, ASP.NET, MVC, Entity Framework, LINQ,NLog, IIS 7, Power Point, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Telerik, Share Point, TFS, JIRA Show less

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  Wheels, Inc.

  Jul 2019 - Feb 2022

  Solutions Architect

  As a Solution Architect I spearheaded system scope and objectives for key business systems across various releases, embracing complex problem-solving, and leading all phases of application development. My role centered on technical excellence and team leadership, ensuring the effective implementation of innovative solutions.Key Achievements:-Designed Microservices-based, Event-Driven Architecture for complex legacy systems using Azure and on-premise infrastructure.-Managed large development teams, providing technical leadership and coordinating high-level tasks.-Partnered with Enterprise Architecture for strategic technology direction and standards, advocating for development teams.-Ensured system performance, availability, scalability, and integrity.-Drove common standards and best practices across development teams.-Led build and deployment process improvements using DevOps pipelines.-Co-led Dynatrace dashboard implementation for proactive monitoring and alerting.-Implemented a new code branching strategy across the IT organization.-Actively contributed to the Architecture Review Board (ARB). Show less

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  Horizen Labs

  Feb 2022 - Dec 2022

  Solutions Architect

  Experienced Solution Architect at Horizen Labs (a leading blockchain technology company enabling businesses to build fast, secure, private, and scalable distributed ledger solutions), specializing in crafting innovative solutions for business growth. Proven expertise in developing end-to-end blockchain solutions and leading projects on Ethereum, Polygon, and Layer 1\Layer 2 blockchains. Notable contributions include collaborating on high-profile initiatives like the successful launch of ApeCoin crypto ERC-20 Token. Key Achievements:- Led diverse blockchain architecture projects, ensuring seamless integration and effective utilization of blockchain technology.- Developed end-to-end solutions for DApps, NFT projects, and fungible token launches on Ethereum, Polygon, and other Layer 1\Layer 2 blockchains.- Collaborated with global teams in Europe and America, translating business requirements into effective blockchain solutions.- Provided technical guidance and mentoring to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.- Worked closely with auditors for smart contract audits to ensure security and compliance. Show less

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  Horizen Labs Ventures (HLV)

  Dec 2022 - Jul 2023

  Blockchain Solutions Architect

  As a Blockchain Solution Architect and Technical Advisor, I specialized in designing and implementing innovative blockchain solutions to drive business growth and efficiency. My role involved close collaboration with stakeholders to understand their needs and develop strategic technical visions. I led the end-to-end development process, ensuring seamless integration and effective utilization of blockchain technology.Key Achievements:- Concentrated on the broader strategic and advisory aspects of blockchain technology.- Engaged in high-level design and conceptualization of blockchain frameworks and solutions.- Focused on innovative applications of blockchain, such as NFT projects and decentralized applications (DApps).- Played a key role in the research and development of emerging blockchain technologies.- Led the initiative for the development of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) that addressed key operational challenges in managing Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs). Show less

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  Systems Guild

  Aug 2023 - now

  Managing Director

  With over 18 years of technical expertise. My mission is to lead and inspire, using my deep knowledge to craft smart solutions. I'm a problem solver, guiding our team to provide customized services that meet our clients' unique needs. With strategic thinking and technical expertise, I'm dedicated to making tax consulting straightforward and effective for our clients. I'm also on a mission to provide strategic guidelines for expanding our client base and taking our company to the next level. I believe in stepping outside your comfort zone and constantly striving to enhance your skills.In my profession, my niche lies in leveraging over 16 years of technical expertise to provide specialized tax consulting solutions. As a Managing Director, my focus is on crafting smart and tailored approaches to address the unique needs of major retailers in the retail and grocery sectors. My strategic guidance encompasses hands-on support and industry-specific knowledge, positioning me as a leader in navigating complex tax technology challenges within our specialized domain. Show less

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  MyLife

  Jun 2024 - now

  Technical Advisor

  Serving as a key technical committee member for a non-profit AI-based humanitarian personal biography platform— MyLife.The platform (humanremembranceproject.org) provides a secure, durable, enduring internet-based platform to allow members to collect, curate, and ultimately share their personal stories, precious memories, and life narratives. Members collaborate with the MyLife suite of AI Bots to build their authorized individual commemorations, MyLife grants each of us an immortal and vital legacy to be shared with all who follow. By providing an accessible digital library of members, MyLife fosters interconnection, understanding, tolerance, and societal growth. Show less