Merousha Harichand

• Evaluated emerging technologies to identify potential competitive advantages for adoption within the company''s strategic roadmap.
• Researched new technologies and chose best options for company priorities and cost-effectiveness.
• Implemented comprehensive disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity during critical incidents.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and implementing necessary controls within IT infrastructure.
• Streamlined IT operations by consolidating systems and implementing process improvements.
• Led digital transformation initiatives to modernize business processes and improve overall efficiency.
• Accelerated software development lifecycles by adopting agile methodologies, improving time-to-market for critical projects.
• Devised and wrote corporate technology procedures, modifying security policies for each worker level.
• Established a culture of continuous improvement within the IT department through regular performance evaluations and skill development opportunities.
• Achieved cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and management of technology resources.
• Increased revenue generation by identifying opportunities for IT-enabled growth and driving related projects.
• Fostered cross-functional collaboration by building relationships between IT professionals and stakeholders across the organization.
• Promoted organizational transparency concerning IT strategy, budget allocation, project progress updates, and performance metrics.
• Enhanced cybersecurity measures by conducting risk assessments and implementing security protocols.
• Optimized data management processes by designing robust data governance frameworks and policies.
• Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting of IT systems.
• Improved customer satisfaction levels with the development and implementation of user-friendly interfaces and applications.
• Spearheaded cloud migration initiatives, resulting in increased scalability, flexibility, and cost reduction for the organization.
• Resolved workflow issues to optimize team productivity and improve delivery times.
• Worked closely with vendors and technology partners on integrations, infrastructure and enterprise solutions.
• Reported monthly to senior executive team on budget, in-flight initiatives and upcoming projects.
• Aligned IT solutions and deliverables with company strategic vision.
• Analyzed financial investment in IT systems, potential return on investment and impact on productivity.
• Determined best methods for IT to support key business objectives.
• Developed and led large-scale technology initiatives for long-term strategic plans and solutions.
• Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
• Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.

• Contributed to a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork skills and maintaining open communication channels with colleagues.
• Achieved seamless integration with external APIs by carefully following documentation guidelines provided by third-party providers.
• Adapted quickly to new technologies and programming languages, ensuring that projects remained on schedule while meeting evolving industry standards.
• Optimized app performance by conducting thorough testing and debugging on various platforms.

During this period, I continued my role as Lead Mobile Engineer and took up the additional responsibilities as Engineering Manager.

• Managed budgeting and resource allocation for software development projects, ensuring optimal use of resources and timely delivery of milestones.
• Led a team of engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions in a timely manner, ensuring customer satisfaction and business growth.
• Mentored junior engineers and fostered professional growth, resulting in increased individual contributions to the team''s success.
• Provided regular feedback to both junior engineers and senior leadership on individual performance metrics and observations.
• Collaborated with product managers to define clear project requirements, aligning engineering efforts with business goals.
• Promoted a culture of innovation within the team by encouraging experimentation with new tools and techniques.
• Developed comprehensive documentation for internal software systems, improving knowledge sharing among team members and reducing onboarding time for new hires.
• Resolved critical production issues quickly and effectively by leading incident response efforts during system outages or security breaches.
• Increased overall team productivity through continuous process improvement initiatives and effective resource allocation.
• Facilitated open lines of communication between engineering teams and other departments for seamless project handoffs and efficient collaboration on cross-functional initiatives.
• Coordinated with human resources on recruitment efforts to attract top talent in the software engineering field, contributing to a highly skilled and diverse team.
• Streamlined deployment processes by automating build pipelines and leveraging modern infrastructure-as-code practices.
• Negotiated contracts with third-party vendors for software services, balancing cost savings and quality assurance considerations.
• Directly interacted with high-level customers to verify satisfaction and integrate feedback on in-process development projects.
• Improved software development processes by implementing agile methodologies and facilitating cross-functional team collaboration.
• Drove high-level strategic planning of development efforts across multiple projects to optimize resource utilization and shorten development times.
• Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.

As a Senior Android Developer, I was responsible for leading the development of Tandem, a highly successful IoT application that serves as a device management tool. This application has been deployed on over 15,000 POS devices across the country, enabling remote management and control of Android IoT devices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Development of Tandem IoT Application: Successfully built and deployed Tandem, an IoT device management tool.
  Enabled remote commands such as enabling/disabling WiFi and data, locking access to device settings, setting up an APN, installing and updating third-party APKs, and more.
  
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated deep understanding of the Android framework and relevant Android libraries.
  Applied extensive knowledge of app architecture patterns to ensure scalable and maintainable code.
  
• Programming and Development: Proficiently used Kotlin and Java programming languages to develop robust and efficient applications.
  Experienced in using technologies for networking and data persistence to ensure reliable application performance.
  Utilized the Gradle build system for efficient project build and management.
  
• Design and Implementation: Applied sound knowledge of Object-Oriented (OO) design principles and patterns to create well-structured code.
  Implemented the MQTT protocol for reliable messaging and data exchange between devices.
  

Achievements:

• Tandem is currently running successfully on over 15,000 POS devices nationwide, providing critical remote management capabilities.
• Enhanced the functionality and user experience of IoT devices through effective application design and development.
• Contributed to the improvement of operational efficiency and device management for businesses using the Tandem application.

Technical Skills:

• Deep understanding of the Android framework and relevant libraries.
• Extensive knowledge of app architecture patterns.
• Proficient in Kotlin and Java programming languages.
• Experienced in networking technologies and data persistence.
• Skilled in using the Gradle build system.
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented (OO) design principles and patterns.
• Extensive experience with the MQTT protocol for messaging and data exchange.

Professional Skills:

• Ability to understand complex technical requirements and translate them into functional applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

As an Android Developer, I was responsible for developing and maintaining innovative mobile applications for the Android platform. My role involved collaborating closely with product, design, and engineering teams to create high-quality, user-friendly applications that met the needs of our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Build Advanced Applications for the Android Platform: Developed new features and improved existing functionality to enhance user experience.
  Wrote clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
  
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Worked with product managers, designers, and other developers to define, design, and ship new features.
  Participated in code reviews and contributed to improving development processes.
  
• Ensure the Performance, Quality, and Responsiveness of Applications: Identified and fixed bugs and performance bottlenecks.
  Conducted thorough testing to ensure the stability and reliability of the applications.
  
• Stay Updated with the Latest Industry Trends and Technologies: Continuously discovered, evaluated, and implemented new technologies to maximize development efficiency.
  Kept up-to-date with the latest Android development tools, libraries, and best practices.
  
• Maintain and Improve Code Quality: Implemented and enforced coding standards, guidelines, and best practices.
  Optimized application performance for speed and scalability.
  

As a Site Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing construction projects and ensuring that they are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Your duties will include:

• Outlining, Leveling, and Surveying the Site: Conducting detailed site surveys to establish reference points, grades, and elevations.
  Preparing the site layout by marking out the area for construction and ensuring all measurements are accurate.
  
• Verifying Plans, Designs, and Drawings: Reviewing and interpreting architectural and engineering plans, designs, and drawings.
  Ensuring all plans comply with relevant regulations and standards.
  
• Supervising Quality Inspection and Safety Concerns: Monitoring the quality of materials and workmanship to ensure compliance with specifications.
  Implementing and enforcing health and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment for all site personnel.
  
• Daily Administration of the Site: Managing day-to-day operations on the construction site, including supervising the workforce and overseeing the work of subcontractors.
  Maintaining detailed site records and documentation.
  
• Organizing and Managing Plant and Site Facilities: Coordinating and scheduling the use of plant machinery and site facilities to optimize efficiency.
  Ensuring that all site activities are planned and executed to meet project deadlines.