I am a passionate and results-driven Senior Java Developer with over 15 years of experience building scalable, high-performance server-side applications. I specialize in Java 8+, Spring Boot, microservices, RESTful APIs, and modern front-end frameworks like React and Angular. I also have strong skills in Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines to enable efficient, cloud-native deployments on AWS and GCP. I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced Agile environments and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions. I’m a strong advocate of BDD/TDD and have deep hands-on experience with unit and integration testing tools like JUnit, Mockito, PowerMockito, and WireMock.

Upendra Kumbham

I am a passionate and results-driven Senior Java Developer with over 15 years of experience building scalable, high-performance server-side applications. I specialize in Java 8+, Spring Boot, microservices, RESTful APIs, and modern front-end frameworks like React and Angular. I also have strong skills in Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines to enable efficient, cloud-native deployments on AWS and GCP. I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced Agile environments and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions. I’m a strong advocate of BDD/TDD and have deep hands-on experience with unit and integration testing tools like JUnit, Mockito, PowerMockito, and WireMock.

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I am a passionate and results-driven Senior Java Developer with over 15 years of experience building scalable, high-performance server-side applications. I specialize in Java 8+, Spring Boot, microservices, RESTful APIs, and modern front-end frameworks like React and Angular. I also have strong skills in Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines to enable efficient, cloud-native deployments on AWS and GCP.

I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced Agile environments and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, maintainable solutions. I’m a strong advocate of BDD/TDD and have deep hands-on experience with unit and integration testing tools like JUnit, Mockito, PowerMockito, and WireMock.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Senior backend/Senior full stack developer at EMBL's European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI)
November 1, 2020 - May 31, 2025
Led development using React, Java, and Spring Boot to enhance web applications, improving engagement to over 10,000 monthly active users and improving user experience. Developed Spring Boot microservices for EBI data retrieval, automating processes to reduce manual effort by 30%. Optimized SQL queries to reduce database load by 25% and debugged Solr queries to improve response times by 15%. Containerized applications with Docker and integrated Jenkins CI/CD pipelines with GCP and Kubernetes to accelerate deployment and scale delivery. Ensured high coding standards with code reviews and static code analysis to eliminate code smells and security vulnerabilities. Played key roles in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning and backlog refinement to deliver high-quality iterative releases.
Full stack developer at EMBL's European Bioinformatics Institute (EMBL-EBI)
May 1, 2016 - November 1, 2020
Contributed to engineering web applications using React, Java, and Spring Boot, boosting user engagement significantly. Developed microservices and optimized database queries and Solr searches to improve overall system performance. Containerized applications using Docker and created CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GCP, and Kubernetes to enhance deployment efficiency. Advocated high coding standards via code reviews and static analysis tools, delivering scalable and maintainable solutions. Led Agile processes including sprint planning and coordinated with cross-functional teams for continuous integration and test automation.
OnShore/OffShore Coordinator at Accenture United Kingdom
June 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015
Directed collaboration between onshore and offshore teams, achieving 95% on-time delivery and reducing requirement miscommunication by 30%. Managed change request impact and strengthened stakeholder partnerships by ensuring efficient communication and coordination across teams.
L3 Support at Accenture India
July 1, 2012 - May 31, 2013
Provided critical Level 3 support across onshore and offshore teams, reducing retail store downtime by 40%. Streamlined incident response and created knowledge base articles to empower store staff to resolve basic issues, cutting average resolution times by 30%. Coached junior team members in L3 processes and tools to maintain support timeline compliance.
Software Engineer at Accenture India
January 1, 2010 - June 30, 2012
Architected and delivered scalable microservices platforms using Java and Spring Boot for centralized authentication and profiling. Optimized database schemas and queries improving performance by 15% and system scalability. Employed static code analysis tools like SonarQube and PMD to maintain high-quality code and security standards. Developed comprehensive unit and integration tests using advanced mocking techniques. Advocated clean code principles (SOLID, DRY, KISS) to produce scalable, maintainable enterprise systems.

Education

B.TECH at JNTU
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005

Qualifications

Cloud Associative Certified Developer
June 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025

Industry Experience

Life Sciences, Government, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Healthcare