Hi, I'm Ramani Katakam, an adaptable Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in back-end development, cloud technologies, and machine learning. I thrive on providing customized and optimized solutions and enjoy working independently under tight deadlines using agile methodologies. Over the years, I've developed robust microservices, built secure APIs, and implemented scalable solutions at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. I'm passionate about automation, AI, and continuously enhancing system performance to drive business results.

Ramani Katakam

Hi, I'm Ramani Katakam, an adaptable Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in back-end development, cloud technologies, and machine learning. I thrive on providing customized and optimized solutions and enjoy working independently under tight deadlines using agile methodologies. Over the years, I've developed robust microservices, built secure APIs, and implemented scalable solutions at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. I'm passionate about automation, AI, and continuously enhancing system performance to drive business results.

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Hi, I’m Ramani Katakam, an adaptable Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in back-end development, cloud technologies, and machine learning. I thrive on providing customized and optimized solutions and enjoy working independently under tight deadlines using agile methodologies.

Over the years, I’ve developed robust microservices, built secure APIs, and implemented scalable solutions at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. I’m passionate about automation, AI, and continuously enhancing system performance to drive business results.

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Experience Level

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Software Engineer II at Bank Of America Merrill Lynch
December 29, 2022 - July 7, 2025
Built scalable backend systems automating research content publishing, developed loosely coupled microservices in Java (Spring Boot), Python (Django/Flask), designed secure RESTful APIs integrating with Alteryx workflows for data retrieval and Tableau dashboard management. Implemented robust error handling, logging, and security using Checkmarx, SAML/JWT authentication, and PostgreSQL job tracking. Installed and configured load-balanced server ecosystems. Created CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and Bitbucket for automated deployment of Dockerized microservices on Kubernetes monitored by Dynatrace. Optimized performance reducing API latency by 40%. Maintained FX Volatility Tableau dashboards. Used Agile Scrum methodologies in Jira. Implemented Salesforce CRM solutions with Apex development and automated customer journeys. Developed RPA bots saving 50-60% man hours. Led production support maintaining 100% system integrity while reducing production costs by 10%.
Senior Tech Associate at Bank Of America
December 29, 2017 - July 7, 2025
Participated in the Research Library project to build backend systems automating publishing and content delivery. Developed microservices in Java and Python based on service needs, contributed to API security and integration with analytics tools, and supported production systems.

Education

Bachelor of Technology at National Institute of Technology (NIT)
January 1, 2011 - May 31, 2015

Qualifications

Certified Pega Robotic Automation Architect
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020
Splunk Certified Power User
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Data Scientist Certification by Linkedin
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Continuing Education Programme Foundations of AI and ML
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Life Sciences