Merin Rose Tom

About Merin Rose Tom

Backend-focused Software Engineer with 6 years of experience building scalable, reliable, and secure enterprise systems Strong expertise in Python, Java, OCI, backend engineering, and cloud platform development Experienced in building backend features, automation workflows, and secure cloud-integrated systems used in production environments Hands-on experience in CI/CD, system design, database design, performance optimization, and platform reliability University Third Rank Holder under APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University Former captain of the university women’s chess team, with a strong analytical and strategic problem-solving mindsetBackend-focused Software Engineer with 6 years of experience designing and building reliable, scalable, and secure systems. I specialize in backend development, cloud integration, and platform engineering, with strong experience in Python, Java, and OCI.Currently at Oracle, I work on PeopleSoft Cloud Manager, a platform used by 200+ global customers on OCI. My work involves building backend and platform capabilities, strengthening security through OCI Vault integration, improving system reliability, and developing automation that enhances engineering efficiency and product quality.Previously at InApp, I contributed to full-stack applications across event management and piracy detection, working on backend architecture, machine learning workflows, frontend development, and end-to-end feature delivery.I enjoy solving complex engineering problems, building maintainable systems, and creating solutions that scale effectively in production environments. My interests include backend engineering, cloud platforms, system design, and building dependable software at scale.Tools & Technologies: Python, Java, OCI, Django, Flask, Angular, CI/CD, System Design, Database Design

Experience

1. Senior Software Engineer Python, Java, Cloud

   Oracle

   Sep 2024 — Present · Trivandrum, IN

   Developed and enhanced core backend capabilities of PeopleSoft Cloud Manager on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), supporting deployment, lifecycle management, and migration workflows for 200+ global customers. Built automation for CI/CD pipelines, test orchestration, and resource cleanup using Jenkins and Shell scripting, improving build speed by 25% and increasing code quality and reliability by 30%. Engineered solutions to improve scalability, performance, and integration reliability across OCI-based enterprise environments. Collaborated with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver backend enhancements and improve release quality for large-scale cloud platform workflows. Designed platform-level improvements to streamline environment provisioning, reduce manual effort, and strengthen engineering workflows across cloud-managed deployments. Contributed to employee engagement initiatives as a Fun@Work Club member, leading programs that impacted 450+ colleagues.

Education

• Holy Cross Higher Secondary School, Cherpunkal

  Computer Science

  2013 — 2015

• Government Engineering College, Barton Hill, Thiruvananthapuram

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Information Technology

  2015 — 2019