Experienced Software Architect with over 22+ years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing complex software systems. Solid background in leading cross-functional teams with 30+ team members, creating architectural patterns and roadmaps, and driving the development and deployment of systems. Spearheaded development efforts in 2-3 projects using message brokers like RabbitMQ, Kafka and service bus like Azure Service Bus and AWS SQS. I have a strong background in leading cross-functional teams, creating architectural designs and roadmaps, and driving the development and deployment of enterprise-level systems. My experience includes migrations for companies such as Morgan Stanley and Aviva, as well as industrial automation for companies like Olympus and Bently Nevada. Earned recognition for outstanding problem-resolution skills and have championed successful large-scale business initiatives. Additionally, I have experience in implementing .NET remoting for inter-process communication, using the CQRS pattern to develop highly responsive UI, and have demonstrated strong negotiation skills by winning bids for 5 RFPs. My core competencies include Agile framework, Proof of concept, Presales, Solution Architecture, TOGAF, Stakeholder management, Gap analysis, Automated testing, Implementation, Application migration, Code refactoring, change management, Proposal evaluation, Requirement gathering & analysis, Strategic planning, Cost & timeline estimation, Business solution design, Application development and Architecture maintenance. Alternatively, you can reach out to mailto: ramendra.kotharkar@outlook.com