Priya Varma

Sr IT Software Developer @OpenText

Waterloo, ON, CA

Developed and maintained scalable web applications using C#.NET 8, ASP.NET Core, and Entity Framework Core with a focus on performance, modularity, and clean architecture.•Built and optimized RESTful APIs and microservices following N-tier architecture, leveraging Dependency Injection and Repository patterns.•Designed backends using EF Core (Code-First) and LINQ queries, ensuring efficient data access and maintainability.•Worked extensively with SQL Server to develop and tune stored procedures, views, functions, and triggers for high-performance data operations.•Contributed to web UI development using ASP.NET Web Forms, MVC, JavaScript, jQuery, AJAX, Bootstrap, HTML5, and CSS.•Integrated Umbraco CMS into web platforms, streamlining content management and enabling richer user experiences.•Developed and deployed Azure Function Apps with custom properties and dead-letter handling, integrated with Azure Service Bus for robust, serverless message processing.•Configured Azure Application Insights for real-time diagnostics and alerting, and used Azure deployment slots for seamless, zero-downtime releases.•Secured sensitive configuration data using Azure Key Vault, following best practices in cloud security and compliance.•Automated CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and participated in GitHub repository migration, creating streamlined workflows and improving team productivity.•Participated in Agile ceremonies including Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Refinements, Reviews, and Retrospectives to deliver incremental value.•Contributed actively to code reviews and knowledge sharing sessions, fostering clean code practices and continuous learning.•Mentored junior developers and co-op students, guiding them through code quality, development lifecycle, and best practices in real-world scenarios.•Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to refine user stories, accurately estimate tasks, and deliver high-quality software aligned with business goals.