Tarun Gupta

Experience

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  IBM

  Jan 1991 - Jan 1995

  I played a pivotal role as part of the software development team, focusing on building and enhancing their core system. This system was intricately designed on IBM Mainframe platform, utilizing technologies such as IEF, CICS, DB2, and Cobol to ensure reliability and performance. It highlights my ability to work effectively in team environments, contributing to complex, large-scale software development projects.Key Contributions and Technologies:• IBM Mainframe Expertise: Contributed to revamping Medical Mutual's health insurance management system, ensuring seamless integration of new components into existing architecture using IBM Mainframe technology. Demonstrated technical proficiency in CA Gen, CICS, and JCL, playing a pivotal role in complex, large-scale software development projects. This involved strategic technology architecture design, review, and deployment, showcasing my ability in both system integration and architecture design.• Database Design and Management with DB2 and Cobol: Key contributor in the database design and management using DB2, coupled with Cobol programming, for the health insurance management system. Focused on maintaining system integrity and performance in data-intensive environments, aligning with high standards for data flow and integration.• Collaborative Development in Cross-Functional Teams: Actively collaborated with developers, analysts, and stakeholders, aligning development efforts with Medical Mutual’s business goals and operational requirements. My role emphasized the importance of stakeholder engagement, facilitating architecture gap assessments, and developing solutions to bridge identified gaps.• Technical Guidance and Oversight: Provided technical guidance and oversight to development teams, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices. This involved planning and conducting requirement/design sessions and creating system architecture diagrams for both infrastructure and application systems. Zobrazit méně I assisted in a critical project for the Missouri Department of Social Services, focusing on enhancing the state's Child Support System. This project harnessed the robustness of IBM Mainframe technology, coupled with IEF/COOL:Gen, to manage and streamline critical support services.Key Aspects of My Role:• Enhancement with Mainframe Technology: Utilized CICS, DB2, MVS and JCL to streamline service management. This role involved conducting in-depth research and analysis on system capabilities and devising strategies to improve efficiency and reliability, aligning with best practices in system architecture design and deployment.• System Component Construction using IEF: Demonstrated proficiency in IEF/COOL:Gen to develop vital system components, significantly contributing to software efficiency, scalability, and reliability. This included engaging with multiple IT teams to ensure that system architecture was aligned with business process requirements and strategic goals.• DB2 Database Operations Supervision: Effectively managed DB2 database operations, ensuring accuracy and integrity of child support system functions. This role showcased my expertise in handling complex, data-driven software solutions in the public sector. Emphasis was placed on maintaining compliance with industry standards and creating a roadmap for future database enhancements.• Mainframe Solutions Integration and Cobol Programming: Directed the integration of new solutions within the mainframe environment, employing Cobol programming to manage complex data and transaction requirements. This involved facilitating architecture gap assessments and developing consistent design standards, ensuring adherence to best practices while meeting the current and future needs of the system. Zobrazit méně As a key member of the development team, I contributed to PHEAA project for the state of Pennsylvania, aimed at enhancing their higher education assistance program. This initiative involved utilizing a suite of technologies including IBM Mainframe, IEF, CICS, DB2, JCL and Cobol, reflecting the system's need for robustness and reliability.Highlights of My Role:• Optimization of System Components using IEF: Utilized the advanced features of IEF to optimize critical system components, customizing solutions to meet the specific demands of the higher education sector. This included identifying and road-mapping new models and capabilities to continuously improve system functionality and user experience.• Mainframe Integration and Cobol Programming: Played a key role in integrating new software modules into the existing mainframe environment, using Cobol for vital programming tasks. This required a collaborative approach, engaging technical teams and business stakeholders to propose and implement technical approaches that meet current and future system needs.• Database Management Proficiency: Effectively utilized DB2 for database development and management, demonstrating key expertise in handling extensive data requirements. My role involved optimizing database performance, ensuring data integrity and security, and managing large datasets, which was essential for informed decision-making and operational efficiency. Zobrazit méně I embarked on my professional journey as a software programmer, contributing to a team that developed a comprehensive system for a steel manufacturing company. This project harnessed the power of IBM Mainframe technology and leveraged programming languages and tools like Cobol, CICS, DB2, and JCL.My role involved engaging with these technologies to create robust solutions tailored for the unique operational demands of the steel industry, laying a solid foundation for my career in software development. Zobrazit méně

  • Senior Software Engineer

    Jan 1993 - Jan 1995

  • Software Engineer

    Jan 1993 - Jan 1993

  • Software Engineer

    Jan 1991 - Jan 1993

  • Software Programmer

    Jan 1991 - Jan 1991
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  The Lubrizol Corporation

  Jan 1995 - now

  Project Lead, Principal Systems Architect

  My extensive tenure at Lubrizol showcases my adaptability to fast-evolving technology landscapes and commitment to delivering impactful solutions. I've played a key role in numerous pivotal projects, driving the company's technological advancement. • Mainframe Modernization with CA Gen: Steering the transition from legacy mainframe systems to cutting-edge technologies with a strategic focus on system performance and future readiness. Leading the charge in software development using CA Gen, aligning vital system components with overarching architectural goals, and driving enhancements that bolster system efficiency, scalability, and seamless integration.• Directing UiPath RPA Strategies for Business Efficiency: Orchestrate RPA deployments that transform vendor onboarding, invoice processing, and order management, yielding cost-effective workflows. My skilled application of UiPath, along with an in-depth knowledge of SAP ensures scalable automation processes with rigorous compliance. This expertise is crucial in refining tasks such as sales order creation and payment allocation, thus enhancing the robustness of business operations. Through strategic integration, I have driven significant cost savings, and I am committed to advancing our RPA initiatives to further strengthen enterprise automation infrastructure.• Optimization of Database Operations and Security: Expertly managing DB2 and SQL Server platforms, prioritizing data integrity and fortifying security measures. Drives initiatives to boost database performance in complex, data-rich environments, underpinning strategic decision-making and augmenting operational efficiency.• AI-Driven Transformation of R&D Data Analysis: Playing a pivotal role in leveraging OpenAI ChatGPT, Microsoft CoPilot, and Python Programming to develop AI-powered chatbots for Lubrizol’s internal use. This integration has increased R&D process throughput, accelerating innovation and time-to-market for new chemical developments. Zobrazit méně