I'm Akila Rajaram, an AI-driven full-stack .NET developer with 9+ years of software engineering, R&D, and applied machine learning experience. I hold an MSc in Artificial Intelligence and specialize in .NET (C#), Python-based AI/ML, and Azure cloud environments. I also work with healthcare imaging standards (DICOM, DICOM Viewers, PACS), audiology, and CRM integrations, delivering secure and interoperable solutions for complex domains. I've led teams to design and build scalable systems, balancing research experimentation with production-grade delivery. I enjoy turning research ideas into robust software, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and continuously improving code quality through practices like unit testing and TDD.

Akila Rajaram

I'm Akila Rajaram, an AI-driven full-stack .NET developer with 9+ years of software engineering, R&D, and applied machine learning experience. I hold an MSc in Artificial Intelligence and specialize in .NET (C#), Python-based AI/ML, and Azure cloud environments. I also work with healthcare imaging standards (DICOM, DICOM Viewers, PACS), audiology, and CRM integrations, delivering secure and interoperable solutions for complex domains. I've led teams to design and build scalable systems, balancing research experimentation with production-grade delivery. I enjoy turning research ideas into robust software, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and continuously improving code quality through practices like unit testing and TDD.

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I’m Akila Rajaram, an AI-driven full-stack .NET developer with 9+ years of software engineering, R&D, and applied machine learning experience. I hold an MSc in Artificial Intelligence and specialize in .NET (C#), Python-based AI/ML, and Azure cloud environments. I also work with healthcare imaging standards (DICOM, DICOM Viewers, PACS), audiology, and CRM integrations, delivering secure and interoperable solutions for complex domains.

I’ve led teams to design and build scalable systems, balancing research experimentation with production-grade delivery. I enjoy turning research ideas into robust software, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders, and continuously improving code quality through practices like unit testing and TDD.

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Work Experience

Technical Lead at Decos Software Development
November 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024
Led design and development of R&D-focused C#/.NET applications involving complex algorithms and high-volume data processing. Acted as technical owner for core system components, ensuring performance, stability, and maintainability. Led and mentored a small engineering team, managing task allocation, delivery timelines, and technical quality. Collaborated closely with stakeholders and domain experts to translate requirements into robust technical solutions. Introduced and expanded unit testing and TDD practices, improving system reliability and long-term maintainability. Supported Azure DevOps and Jenkins-based CI/CD pipelines, resolving production issues and balancing research experimentation with delivery commitments. Built and maintained the Natus Sensory backend services using Python Flask APIs, applying component-based architecture for scalable and secure microservices.
Technical Lead at Cyient
February 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Built a WPF-based DICOM Viewer supporting multi-frame rendering, overlays, Structured Report (SR) parsing, and export to standard image formats. Developed WinForms-based modality simulators to handle C-FIND, C-STORE, C-MOVE, and C-ECHO workflows over DIMSE/TCP, replicating PACS and modality communication. Implemented TLS mutual authentication to ensure secure transmission of imaging data. Integrated LiteDB and SQLite for caching, retry queues, and offline-first operations. Created a .NET WebAPI bridge for PACS interaction, validation triggers, and orchestration endpoints. Automated packaging and deployment using MSIX and Azure DevOps pipelines, including code-signing for secure delivery. Implemented real-time audit logging and performance monitoring using Serilog and Windows Event Viewer. Designed and implemented a dashboard using React and TypeScript to track, display, and manage medical data status in near real time.
Module Lead at Sopra Steria
May 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Analyzed store-level retail business requirements for in-store, drive-through, and self-service kiosk POS operations, covering ERP and CRM domains including stock and inventory management, sales processing, waste management, and customer operations. Assessed existing ERP, CRM, and POS landscapes to identify redundant processes, system gaps, and optimization opportunities across store operations and stock control workflows. Designed and proposed technical solutions to address complex retail store operational challenges, ensuring seamless integration between POS terminals, self-service kiosks, and backend ERP/CRM systems. Developed, tested, and validated POS and ERP/CRM functionalities supporting high-volume transactions, real-time stock updates, inventory reconciliation, kiosk ordering flows, waste tracking, and operational reporting.
Associate at EMIS Health
March 1, 2018 - April 1, 2020
Developed and maintained EMIS Web, handling bug fixes and feature enhancements based on feedback and bug reports from clinical teams in UK NHS hospitals. Collaborated with product owners and clinical users to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions. Participated in code reviews and contributed to improving code quality. Mentored new team members, fostering knowledge sharing and smooth onboarding.
Software Engineer at HCL Technologies
July 1, 2016 - March 1, 2018
Implemented passwordless authentication with SSO, OAuth-based authorization, and SSL/TLS security across Windows, Android, and iOS platforms. Built the MVVM Cross-based application architecture from scratch, including a modular plugin system, enabling scalable, cross-platform feature development and code reuse. Collaborated in Agile ceremonies with technical leads and stakeholders on authentication architecture and system design decisions. Integrated and standardized RESTful APIs used across Windows, iOS, and Android clients for secure, cross-platform authentication workflows. Verified authentication and authorization flows across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments, ensuring reliability, interoperability, and security compliance.
Software Engineer at Syncfusion Software Pvt. Ltd.
April 1, 2014 - July 1, 2016
Provided technical support and guidance for grid controls across WPF, WinRT, Windows Phone, UWP, Xamarin.Forms, Xamarin.Android, and Xamarin.iOS. Managed incident tracking resolved component-related queries and ensured timely delivery of solutions to end users. Participated in bug fixing, release testing, and feature enhancements, improving the quality and reliability of controls. Conducted developer and UI automation testing using TestComplete to validate functionality and performance. Utilized ANTS Memory Profiler for performance optimization of grid controls. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product features and support seamless multi-platform integration.

Education

MSc Artificial Intelligence at Ulster University
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

Healthcare, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Retail

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