Rita Bala

Coached and led a team of 15 developers, boosting project completion rate by 30%. Managed dependencies for development teams, achieving improved resource allocation. Implemented process improvements that reduced cycle time by 25% which increased the team’s throughput in less than 7 weeks. Facilitated regular Scrum events including sprint planning, stand-ups, review and retrospectives.

Developed software solutions and participated in Agile transition. Led the development and delivery of software projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and high-quality outcomes. Conducted code reviews, provided technical mentorship, and facilitated knowledge sharing, enhancing team competency and project outcomes. Administered a continuous integration process, reducing system downtime by 20%.

Involved in developing software solutions for the internal teams. Part of the Agile transition team, introducing Scrum practices in the software division. Implemented pair programming, boosting code quality and developer skill sharing. Conducted code reviews ensuring software quality and robustness.

Facilitated direct client interactions during on-site engagements. Conducted comprehensive requirement analyses, fostering iterative refinement in alignment with Agile methodologies. Implemented restructuring of assembler-to-COBOL code to enhance maintainability, embodying Agile principles of adaptability and continuous improvement. Eliminated redundant code from existing systems to make it simple and efficient.

Led the development of REST APIs using Laravel and conducted testing with Postman and SOAP UI. Oversaw online testing for HOGAN screens using CICS, ensuring accuracy and performance. Mentored developers on coding standards and best practices, enhancing team skillsets and productivity.

Developed specifications from detailed design documents. Designed and developed new batch and online programs. Ensured adherence to coding standards and conducted code reviews. Managed and designed database structures.