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Rameshbabu Guthi Ramagopal

Atlanta

Summary

Lead iOS Engineer with 13+ years of experience in mobile application development, specializing in iOS (Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C) and cross-platform solutions. Skilled in mobile architecture, performance optimization, security, and scalable design. Proven track record in strategizing, designing, and delivering mobile solutions that align with business goals. Passionate about leveraging AI, cloud technologies, and DevOps practices to drive innovation in mobile ecosystems. Aspiring to evolve into a Mobile Solutions Architect, focusing on creating end-to-end mobile solutions that drive business transformation.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead iOS Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services Limited
Atlanta
06.2019 - Current
  • Lead the development and enhancement of the IHG Hotels & Rewards mobile application, which enables seamless hotel reservations, loyalty rewards, and personalized offers.
  • The app supports 19+ languages and caters to a global audience, ensuring an optimized user experience across regions.
  • Developing and Leading the Development Team - Working on development tasks while guiding the team to achieve goals, prioritizing tasks, adjusting scope, managing delivery timelines, and providing training and support to team members.
  • Collaborating with stakeholders to discuss requirements and technical aspects, conducting in-depth analysis to understand the needs, and developing solutions accordingly.
  • Modular Mobile App Design - Developed a modular architecture to streamline feature integration and improve maintainability, including authentication and dynamic pricing features.
  • Unified API Integration - Designed and implemented a unified API layer to facilitate seamless communication with backend services, abstracting complexities.
  • Event-Driven Mobile Architecture - Integrated an event-driven approach to improve app responsiveness and enhance user interactions.
  • Security & Compliance - Ensured industry-standard security practices, including authentication, encryption, and compliance with PSD2 for European payment transactions.
  • Automated Testing & Deployment - Established CI/CD pipelines, automated UI testing, and deployment strategies for quality assurance, and faster releases.
  • Tailored, industry-specific solutions based on client needs.
  • Redesigned the IHG Mobile App, ensuring OS compatibility and modern UI trends.
  • Integrated Adobe Target, enhancing engagement with personalized, data-driven content.
  • Led PSD2 compliance, securing European card transactions per regulations.
  • Implemented Wi-Fi Auto-Connect via Passpoint, enabling seamless connectivity.
  • Developed the GenAI Travel Planner Chatbot, integrating Google Dialogflow CX.
  • Enabled real-time analytics, optimizing app performance through user insights.
  • Conducted code reviews and security audits, ensuring a robust and secure app.
  • Built RESTful APIs that integrate seamlessly with the mobile applications developed by other teams.

Senior IOS Engineer

Virtusa Consulting Services Private Limited
Chennai
06.2015 - 05.2019
  • Company Overview: Virtusa Software Services Private Limited, now known as Virtusa Corporation, was acquired by Baring Private Equity Asia (BPEA) in 2020.
  • The Pill Discover Application is a healthcare solution aimed at improving the retrieval of pill and tablet metadata.
  • Using a backend Visual Recognition System (VRS), the app allows customers to upload images of pills or tablets, which are then analyzed for identification.
  • The VRS retrieves vital medication details, such as name, dosage, manufacturer, and active ingredients, enhancing efficiency and accuracy for consumers and healthcare professionals.
  • Worked closely with product owners, designers and other stakeholders to develop compelling UI and UX designs for mobile apps.
  • Designed, developed and tested innovative iOS applications using Objective-C, Swift, Cocoa Touch frameworks, Xcode IDE and other technologies.
  • Optimized database queries for better retrieval of data from backend systems like REST APIs or SQLite databases.
  • Reviewed App Store guidelines regularly and ensured compliance of the applications before submission.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define feature requirements, create technical specifications and meet project deadlines.
  • Provided technical guidance and support to junior developers when needed during development process.

iOS Engineer

Chennai
02.2014 - 05.2015
  • The Raaga Music Application is one of the largest Indian music streaming platforms, offering an extensive archive of songs in 18+ languages, including Bollywood, Tamil, Telugu, and Bengali.
  • The app provides users with a seamless music discovery and streaming experience across diverse regional and film-based genres.
  • App Store Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/raaga-songspodcasts/id421217877?platform=iphone.
  • Worked closely with product owners and UX designers throughout the entire software development life cycle.
  • Developed, tested and implemented iOS applications using Objective-C and Swift programming languages.
  • Designed custom UI components for mobile applications based on customer specifications.
  • Built RESTful APIs that integrate seamlessly with the mobile applications developed by other teams.

iOS Engineer

Benchmark Business software Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
09.2012 - 01.2014
  • The Pet Super Store app provides a seamless mobile shopping experience for pet owners, offering exclusive deals, real-time alerts, and store locators.
  • Conducted requirement analysis to align features with business objectives.
  • Developed and maintained application code, ensuring adherence to coding standards.
  • Managed project timelines and milestones for successful completion of development cycles.
  • Utilized established design patterns to expedite novel software creation and support consistent performance results.

Engineer

SourceHov Private Ltd.
Chennai
07.2011 - 07.2012
  • Developed and maintained the iOS application, ensuring smooth performance and user experience.
  • Performed rigorous unit testing to ensure app stability and reliability.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

Anna University
Chennai, India
05-2010

Skills

  • iOS development
  • Swift programming
  • SwiftUI programming
  • Objective-C programming
  • Performance evaluation and optimization
  • Push notifications
  • App architecture design
  • Agile development
  • Android development
  • Data structures
  • Multithreading techniques
  • Development Tools: Xcode, Android Studio
  • Testing: XCTest, Swift Testing, XCTest UI
  • CI/CD and Version Controls: Git, GitHub, Bitbucket, Sourcetree, Bitrise, Fastlane
  • Web services integration: RESTful APIs, SOAP, and GraphQL
  • Payment services integration: PayPal, Forter, CardinalCommerce
  • Analytics: Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target Experiences, AppsFlyer, Qualtrics, FullStory, AppDynamics, Google Analytics, Kibana, Salesforce
  • Translation Tool: Smartling
  • Problem solving
  • App store submission
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Security best practices
  • Agile methodology
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Project management
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Certificate in Web Component Development using Java Technologies, 05/01/12 - 06/30/12, NIIT
  • Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 6 Programmer, 06/01/12 - 06/30/12, Oracle
  • Diploma in Embedded System Design, 06/01/10 - 10/31/10, ABE Technologies

Projects

Automatic Book Vending Machine to handle the library Books delivery. This system designed and controlled by an 89S52 microcontroller. Automatic vending machine decentralised book distribution system that provides computer controls storage, dispensing and tracking of books have been recommended as one potential mechanism to improve availability and less human interference in the system.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Tamil
Full Professional
Telugu
Limited

Timeline

Lead iOS Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services Limited
06.2019 - Current

Senior IOS Engineer

Virtusa Consulting Services Private Limited
06.2015 - 05.2019

iOS Engineer

02.2014 - 05.2015

iOS Engineer

Benchmark Business software Pvt. Ltd.
09.2012 - 01.2014

Engineer

SourceHov Private Ltd.
07.2011 - 07.2012

Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication

Anna University

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