Hi, I am writing to express my interest in the Senior Software Engineer position. With over 13 years of experience in software and web development in New Zealand, coupled with a passion for creating innovative and scalable solutions, I am confident in my ability to make a meaningful contribution to the team and support in achieving its objectives. I’ve recently started the process of relocating to Australia and am now actively exploring suitable career opportunities. As a New Zealand citizen, I have the right to live and work in Australia without visa restrictions. In my most recent role at Verizon Connect, I led the transformation of a monolithic system into Microservices architecture, leveraging Angular 16 for the frontend and .NET Web API (CQRS) for the backend. This project not only enhanced my expertise in database design, development, and performance optimization but also reinforced my ability to deliver robust, maintainable, and high-performing systems. Key Technical Skills and Expertise: .NET Technologies: Proficient in .NET, C#, ASP.NET MVC, and Web API. Frontend Development: Skilled in HTML, CSS, Angular, TypeScript, Bootstrap, Material UI, and JavaScript. Cloud Technologies: Hands-on experience with Docker, Octopus, Git, and AWS (CloudWatch, Lambda, S3, EC2, ASES, RDS, CloudFront, VPC, Route53, etc.). Full Stack Development: Extensive experience in designing and developing end-to-end solutions using .NET frameworks, Angular, and other modern technologies. Microservices Architecture: Proven ability to decompose monolithic systems into scalable, independent Microservices, improving system efficiency and maintainability (CQRS). Database Expertise: Strong background in database design, optimization, and performance tuning to ensure seamless data management. Agile Methodologies: Experienced in working within Agile environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time. Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges and implement effective solutions to meet business needs. I am excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and experience to your team and contribute to the success of projects. Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the chance to discuss how my background aligns with your needs in more detail. Please feel free to contact me at_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ or _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ to schedule an interview at your convenience. Kind regards, Ranjith Sivaraman

Ranjith Sivaraman

Hi, I am writing to express my interest in the Senior Software Engineer position. With over 13 years of experience in software and web development in New Zealand, coupled with a passion for creating innovative and scalable solutions, I am confident in my ability to make a meaningful contribution to the team and support in achieving its objectives. I’ve recently started the process of relocating to Australia and am now actively exploring suitable career opportunities. As a New Zealand citizen, I have the right to live and work in Australia without visa restrictions. In my most recent role at Verizon Connect, I led the transformation of a monolithic system into Microservices architecture, leveraging Angular 16 for the frontend and .NET Web API (CQRS) for the backend. This project not only enhanced my expertise in database design, development, and performance optimization but also reinforced my ability to deliver robust, maintainable, and high-performing systems. Key Technical Skills and Expertise: .NET Technologies: Proficient in .NET, C#, ASP.NET MVC, and Web API. Frontend Development: Skilled in HTML, CSS, Angular, TypeScript, Bootstrap, Material UI, and JavaScript. Cloud Technologies: Hands-on experience with Docker, Octopus, Git, and AWS (CloudWatch, Lambda, S3, EC2, ASES, RDS, CloudFront, VPC, Route53, etc.). Full Stack Development: Extensive experience in designing and developing end-to-end solutions using .NET frameworks, Angular, and other modern technologies. Microservices Architecture: Proven ability to decompose monolithic systems into scalable, independent Microservices, improving system efficiency and maintainability (CQRS). Database Expertise: Strong background in database design, optimization, and performance tuning to ensure seamless data management. Agile Methodologies: Experienced in working within Agile environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time. Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges and implement effective solutions to meet business needs. I am excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and experience to your team and contribute to the success of projects. Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the chance to discuss how my background aligns with your needs in more detail. Please feel free to contact me at_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ or _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ to schedule an interview at your convenience. Kind regards, Ranjith Sivaraman

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Hi,

I am writing to express my interest in the Senior Software Engineer position. With over 13 years of experience in software and web development in New Zealand, coupled with a passion for creating innovative and scalable solutions, I am confident in my ability to make a meaningful contribution to the team and support in achieving its objectives.

I’ve recently started the process of relocating to Australia and am now actively exploring suitable career opportunities. As a New Zealand citizen, I have the right to live and work in Australia without visa restrictions.

In my most recent role at Verizon Connect, I led the transformation of a monolithic system into Microservices architecture, leveraging Angular 16 for the frontend and .NET Web API (CQRS) for the backend. This project not only enhanced my expertise in database design, development, and performance optimization but also reinforced my ability to deliver robust, maintainable, and high-performing systems.

Key Technical Skills and Expertise:

.NET Technologies: Proficient in .NET, C#, ASP.NET MVC, and Web API.

Frontend Development: Skilled in HTML, CSS, Angular, TypeScript, Bootstrap, Material UI, and JavaScript.

Cloud Technologies: Hands-on experience with Docker, Octopus, Git, and AWS (CloudWatch, Lambda, S3, EC2, ASES, RDS, CloudFront, VPC, Route53, etc.).

Full Stack Development: Extensive experience in designing and developing end-to-end solutions using .NET frameworks, Angular, and other modern technologies.

Microservices Architecture: Proven ability to decompose monolithic systems into scalable, independent Microservices, improving system efficiency and maintainability (CQRS).

Database Expertise: Strong background in database design, optimization, and performance tuning to ensure seamless data management.

Agile Methodologies: Experienced in working within Agile environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time.

Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges and implement effective solutions to meet business needs.

I am excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and experience to your team and contribute to the success of projects. Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the chance to discuss how my background aligns with your needs in more detail. Please feel free to contact me at_Phone details not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ or Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup to schedule an interview at your convenience.

Kind regards,
Ranjith Sivaraman

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Full Stack Developer at Verizon Connect New Zealand Ltd
February 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025
Developed a secure Web API using .NET 7 within a microservices architecture. Designed and optimized database schema, improving application response times and maximizing resource efficiency. Spearheaded the migration from a monolithic architecture to a microservices-based system, utilizing .NET Web API and an Angular front end. Optimized SQL Server queries to reduce database latency, enhancing performance and ensuring seamless user experiences across the platform.
Full Stack Developer at Arthur D Riley
January 1, 2022 - October 20, 2025
Developed Smart meter reading solution for Sydney Water Corporation and Endeavour Energy. Proactively diagnosed and resolved database issues, eliminating bottlenecks and enhancing overall system performance. Created customized reports for customer requirements [SSRS].
Solutions Architect / Technical Lead at Weedle Limited
August 1, 2014 - October 20, 2025
Designed and developed a comprehensive online platform integrating e-commerce, real estate, employment, and vehicle listings, ensuring seamless functionality and scalability. Designed a robust architecture on VCloud, ensuring high availability, scalability, maintainability, and security for optimized system performance and reliability. Led the development of technical standards, including backup and recovery protocols, as well as database indexing strategies, to ensure data integrity, performance, and disaster recovery readiness. Developed services for efficient bulk image file processing, email automation, and full-text search functionality, optimizing performance and enhancing user experience.
Software Developer at DataCol
January 1, 2012 - October 20, 2025
Built and deployed a highly-available N-tier application with SQL Server database, enhancing the resilience and performance of critical systems. Developed custom solutions integrating SQL Server with WPF and the Bing Maps API, streamlining database access and enhancing geolocation services for improved functionality.
Web / Mobile Developer at Gaming Machine Distributors
March 1, 2011 - October 20, 2025
Web and mobile development work for gaming-related distribution; implemented UI/UX improvements and performance optimizations.
Solutions Lead at Lattice Computer Consultants
December 1, 2008 - October 20, 2025
Led the development of technical standards, including backup and recovery protocols, as well as database indexing strategies, to ensure data integrity, performance, and disaster recovery readiness. Developed services for bulk image processing, email automation, and full-text search functionality, optimizing performance and enhancing user experience.

Education

PGDCA (Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications) at Cyber Prism, Cochin, Kerala, India
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Qualifications

Verizon Spotlight Award - Quality / Process Improvement (Improved data migration process performance)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Verizon Spotlight Award - Teamwork (Helping the team for completing a time sensitive project)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Verizon Spotlight Award - Resolving Production Database Performance Issues
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025
Verizon Spotlight Award - Quality / Process Improvement (Resolving production database deadlock issues)
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Other