I am a software engineer who loves building scalable backend systems and cloud-native applications. I specialize in Java 11, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka. I design secure APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT, and I enjoy automating deployments with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. I value collaboration with cross-functional teams spanning Dev, QA, and Product to deliver secure software that meets performance and reliability targets, while keeping accessibility (WCAG) and responsive UI in mind.

Sai Kiran Reddy Rukkamolla

I am a software engineer who loves building scalable backend systems and cloud-native applications. I specialize in Java 11, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka. I design secure APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT, and I enjoy automating deployments with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines. I value collaboration with cross-functional teams spanning Dev, QA, and Product to deliver secure software that meets performance and reliability targets, while keeping accessibility (WCAG) and responsive UI in mind.

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I am a software engineer who loves building scalable backend systems and cloud-native applications. I specialize in Java 11, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures using Apache Kafka. I design secure APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT, and I enjoy automating deployments with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.

I value collaboration with cross-functional teams spanning Dev, QA, and Product to deliver secure software that meets performance and reliability targets, while keeping accessibility (WCAG) and responsive UI in mind.

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Telugu
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Hindi
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Work Experience

Software Engineer - Java at Metlife, USA
February 1, 2025 - Present
Developed scalable microservices using Java 11, Spring Boot, and Hibernate to automate policy and claims workflows, reducing manual processing and improving system response time by 40%. Created secure RESTful APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT to integrate internal actuarial platforms and third-party services, ensuring reliable and compliant data exchange. Containerized backend services with Docker, deployed via Kubernetes on AWS, and implemented monitoring using CloudWatch and Prometheus. Integrated Apache Kafka for real-time event streaming and used AWS S3 with lifecycle policies to manage claim-related document storage efficiently. Built ETL pipelines with AWS Glue and loaded data into Redshift for real-time metrics and risk analysis.
Software Engineer (Intern) at Metlife, USA
January 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025
Developed microservices for customer onboarding using Java 11, Spring Boot, and REST APIs, reducing KYC processing delays and accelerating account activation. Integrated third-party KYC verification services and implemented secure data exchange using OAuth 2.0, enhancing compliance speed by 40%. Built responsive front-end modules in React.js connected to backend services to enable dynamic customer workflows. Wrote unit/integration tests using JUnit and Mockito; configured CI/CD with GitHub Actions achieving 90% test coverage. Leveraged AWS S3 for document uploads, used AWS Glue for KYC data processing, and integrated with Redshift for real-time reporting dashboards.
Software Engineer at Cyient, India
July 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Developed RESTful microservices using Java 11, Spring Boot, and Hibernate to automate asset management and resource planning workflows across enterprise clients. Designed PostgreSQL schemas, optimized queries, and implemented stored procedures to handle high-volume transactional data. Integrated third-party APIs and built secure communication using OAuth 2.0 and JWT for authentication and authorization. Containerized applications using Docker and configured Jenkins-based CI/CD pipelines for deployment to AWS EC2. Built React.js front-end components for internal dashboards, improving team visibility. Utilized AWS S3 for asset storage and archival, and collaborated in Agile ceremonies with Jira and Confluence.
Software Engineer - Java at Metlife, USA
February 1, 2025 - Present
Developed scalable microservices using Java 11, Spring Boot, and Hibernate to automate policy and claims workflows, reducing manual processing and improving system response time by 40%. Created secure RESTful APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT to integrate internal actuarial platforms and third-party services, ensuring reliable and compliant data exchange. Containerized backend services with Docker, deployed via Kubernetes on AWS, and implemented monitoring using CloudWatch and Prometheus for uptime, performance, and error tracking. Integrated Apache Kafka for real-time event streaming and used AWS S3 with lifecycle policies to manage claim-related document storage efficiently. Built ETL pipelines with AWS Glue and loaded data into Redshift, enabling underwriters and analysts to access real-time metrics and perform risk analysis.
Software Engineer (Intern) at Metlife, USA
January 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025
Developed microservices for customer onboarding using Java 11, Spring Boot, and REST APIs, reducing KYC processing delays and accelerating account activation. Integrated third-party KYC verification services and implemented secure data exchange using OAuth 2.0, enhancing compliance speed by 40%. Built responsive front-end modules in React.js and connected them to backend services, enabling dynamic customer workflows across web and mobile. Wrote unit/integration tests using JUnit and Mockito; configured CI/CD with GitHub Actions, achieving 90% test coverage and rapid deployment cycles. Leveraged AWS S3 for document uploads, used AWS Glue for KYC data processing, and integrated with Redshift for real-time reporting dashboards.
Software Engineer at Cyient, India
July 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Developed RESTful microservices using Java 11, Spring Boot, and Hibernate to automate asset management and resource planning workflows across enterprise clients. Designed PostgreSQL schemas, optimized queries, and implemented stored procedures to handle high-volume transactional data across multiple modules. Integrated third-party APIs and built secure communication using OAuth 2.0 and JWT for user authentication and authorization across cloud-native applications. Containerized applications using Docker and configured Jenkins-based CI/CD pipelines, enabling seamless testing, versioning, and deployment to AWS EC2 environments. Built dynamic React.js front-end components to support internal dashboards, improving visibility for operations and project management teams. Utilized AWS S3 for asset file storage and archival, automating document lifecycle rules to reduce storage costs and ensure compliance. Collaborated in Agile ceremonies using Jira and Confluence, participated in code reviews
Software Engineer at MetLife, USA
February 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and deployed scalable microservices using Java 11 and Spring Boot to automate policy and claims processing, improving response time by 40%. Developed secure RESTful APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT. Implemented Docker and Kubernetes deployments on AWS with CloudWatch and Prometheus monitoring. Integrated Apache Kafka for real-time event processing and optimized data flow to AWS S3. Built ETL pipelines using AWS Glue and Redshift to enable real-time analytics for underwriters and analysts.
Software Engineer Intern at MetLife, USA
January 31, 2025 - August 7, 2025
Built onboarding microservices with Spring Boot to streamline KYC processes accelerating account activation by 40%. Integrated secure third-party services using OAuth 2.0. Developed React.js frontend components for dynamic user experience. Achieved 90% test coverage with JUnit and Mockito. Managed KYC data processing using AWS Glue and created dashboards powered by AWS Redshift.
Software Engineer at Cyient, India
July 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025
Developed REST APIs for enterprise resource management using Java 11 and Spring Boot. Created PostgreSQL schemas, optimized queries, and implemented stored procedures for high-volume systems. Enabled secure integration via OAuth 2.0 and JWT. Containerized applications using Docker and configured Jenkins CI/CD pipelines on AWS EC2. Built React.js UI components improving team visibility on resource tracking and KPIs.
Software Engineer at MetLife, USA
February 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and deployed scalable microservices using Java 11 and Spring Boot to automate policy and claims processing, achieving a 40% improvement in response time. Developed Python scripts for automated log analysis and health checks to speed up issue triage. Debugged production issues reducing downtime by 20% and managed Kubernetes cluster deployments on Linux-based cloud-native environments using Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS. Created secure RESTful APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT for integrations, integrated Apache Kafka for real-time event processing, and built ETL pipelines with AWS Glue and Redshift to enable real-time analytics. Contributed to architecture reviews for fault-tolerant event-driven systems.
Software Engineer Intern at MetLife, USA
January 31, 2025 - August 22, 2025
Developed onboarding microservices with Spring Boot to streamline KYC processes increasing compliance speed by 40%. Integrated secure third-party services with OAuth 2.0, built React.js frontend components tied to backend APIs for a dynamic user experience, and achieved 90% test coverage with JUnit and Mockito. Managed KYC data processing pipelines using AWS Glue and visualization via Redshift dashboards. Supported CI/CD deployments via GitHub Actions.
Software Engineer at Cyient, India
July 1, 2023 - August 22, 2025
Developed REST APIs for enterprise resource management using Java 11 and Spring Boot. Used Python for data migration and automated validation scripts to streamline backend workflows. Diagnosed API and backend issues through Linux log tracing and debugging. Created PostgreSQL schemas, optimized queries, and implemented stored procedures. Enabled secure cloud-native app integration with OAuth 2.0 and JWT. Containerized applications with Docker and configured Jenkins pipelines for CI/CD deployment on AWS EC2. Developed dynamic React.js UI components to improve team visibility on KPIs and resource tracking.
Software Engineer at MetLife, USA
February 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and deployed Java 11 + Spring Boot microservices to automate policy and claims workflows, improving processing efficiency. Built and secured RESTful APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT for integrations with internal actuarial systems and partner apps. Containerized services with Docker and deployed on Kubernetes (AWS EKS) to ensure scalability and smooth rollouts. Integrated Apache Kafka for real-time event-driven communication between services, improving claim status tracking and reducing latency. Implemented AWS S3 storage integration with lifecycle policies for retention and compliance. Established logging, monitoring, and alerting with CloudWatch and Prometheus, enhancing reliability and reducing downtime. Collaborated on architecture and code reviews to ensure clean design, SOLID principles, and performance best practices.
Software Engineer Intern at MetLife, USA
January 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Developed Spring Boot + Hibernate microservices with REST APIs for customer onboarding and KYC workflows. Integrated third-party KYC verification APIs with OAuth 2.0 authentication, reducing compliance delays. Implemented unit and integration tests using JUnit + Mockito, achieving ~90% test coverage. Automated builds and deployments with GitHub Actions CI/CD for faster, reliable releases. Contributed to backend logic for KYC data storage and validation, improving data flow between internal services and external APIs.
Software Engineer at Cyient, India
July 1, 2023 - September 18, 2025
Built and maintained enterprise-scale asset management systems handling large transactional data. Designed PostgreSQL schemas, developed stored procedures, and optimized SQL queries to eliminate bottlenecks in high-volume environments. Developed REST APIs using Java 11 & Spring Boot to support backend workflows and integrations. Implemented OAuth 2.0 and JWT authentication for secure access. Worked with microservices architecture, integrating third-party APIs and enabling modular, scalable services. Automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitHub Actions, containerized with Docker, and deployed on AWS EC2. Managed Git branching strategies and peer reviews to ensure smooth deployments and code quality. Collaborated on React.js dashboards for internal asset management tools, contributing to full-stack development as needed. Stored and managed documents in AWS S3 for secure file handling.
Software Engineer at MetLife, USA
February 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and deployed Java 11 + Spring Boot microservices to automate policy and claims workflows; built secure RESTful APIs with OAuth 2.0 and JWT; containerized services with Docker and deployed on Kubernetes (AWS EKS); integrated Apache Kafka for real-time event-driven communication; implemented AWS S3 document storage with lifecycle policies; established logging/monitoring with CloudWatch and Prometheus to improve reliability.
Software Engineer Intern at MetLife, USA
January 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Developed Spring Boot + Hibernate microservices for customer onboarding and KYC workflows; integrated third-party KYC verification APIs with OAuth 2.0; implemented unit/integration tests with JUnit + Mockito; automated builds and deployments with GitHub Actions; contributed to backend data storage and validation to improve data flow between internal services and external APIs.
Software Engineer at Cyient
July 1, 2023 - September 18, 2025
Built and maintained enterprise-scale asset management systems; designed PostgreSQL schemas and optimized queries; developed REST APIs using Java 11 + Spring Boot; implemented OAuth 2.0 and JWT authentication; automated CI/CD with Jenkins and GitHub Actions, containerized with Docker, and deployed on AWS EC2; collaborated on React dashboards and stored documents in AWS S3 for secure file handling.

Education

Masters in Computer Science at Illinois Institute of Technology
August 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Bachelors in Technology at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University- Hyderabad
June 1, 2019 - April 30, 2023
Masters in Computer Science at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, Illinois, USA
August 1, 2023 - December 31, 2024
Bachelors in Technology at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University- Hyderabad, Telangana, India
June 1, 2019 - April 30, 2023
M.S. in Computer Science at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL, USA
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
B.Tech in Computer Science at JNTU Hyderabad, Telangana, India
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
Masters in Science in Computer Science at Illinois Institute of Technology
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science at JNTU Hyderabad
June 1, 2019 - May 1, 2023
Masters in Science in Computer Science at Illinois Institute of Technology
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science at JNTU Hyderabad
June 1, 2019 - May 1, 2023
Master of Science in Computer Science at Illinois Institute of Technology
August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science at JNTU Hyderabad
June 1, 2019 - May 1, 2023

Qualifications

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
January 11, 2030 - August 7, 2025
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
AWS Certified DevOps – Professional
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
Oracle Certified Professional: Java SE Developer
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
AWS Certified SOLUTION ARCHITECT – ASSOCIATE
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
AWS Certified DEVOPS – PROFESSIONAL
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
AWS Certified DEVELOPER - ASSOCIATE
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025
Oracle Certified Professional: Java SE Developer
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Education
    paper MetLife – Claims Processing Microservices Platform

    Technologies: Java 11, Spring Boot, Kafka, AWS EKS, Docker, Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, OAuth 2.0
    Developed a scalable claims processing platform using Spring Boot microservices and Kafka for event-driven architecture.
    Deployed services on AWS EKS with Docker containers and configured Kubernetes for orchestration.
    Implemented secure REST APIs with OAuth 2.0, integrated PostgreSQL for transactional storage.
    Improved claims processing speed by 40% and reduced downtime by 35%.