Santosh Kumar Pandey

About Santosh Kumar Pandey

Java Architect | Java Full Stack Developer | 10+ Years |Software Engineering | Cloud-Native | Microservices | GenAI | System Design | Data Structures & Algorithms (DSA)Professional SummaryResults-driven Java Architect and Full Stack Tech Lead with 10+ years of experience in designing scalable, cloud-native, and highly secure applications. Specialized in Java 17, Spring Boot Microservices, RESTful APIs, and modern UI frameworks like Angular, React, and Next.js. Proven track record in application modernization, product optimization (achieving up to 40% faster API response times), cloud engineering (AWS, OpenShift, Kubernetes), DevOps automation, and secure API development.Adept at integrating GenAI/LLM technologies, driving engineering best practices, and delivering high-performance, enterprise-grade software solutions across BFSI, Healthcare, Insurance, and SaaS domains.Core Skills & Expertise • Scalable Java Architecture, System Design, Cloud-Native Application Development • Microservices Development, REST APIs, OAuth2/JWT Security, Kafka Messaging • Frontend: Angular, React.js, Next.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap • Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis • Cloud: AWS (EKS, Lambda, SNS, SQS), OpenShift, Kubernetes • DevOps: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure Pipelines, Docker, CI/CD Automation • Modernization: Legacy System Migration to Microservices Architecture • Security: Cloud Security Best Practices, API Gateway Integration (Kong, Akana) • Optimization: API Performance Tuning, Response Time Reduction, Caching • GenAI & LLM: AI Integrations for Automation and Process Optimization • Agile Delivery: Scrum, Kanban, Sprint Planning, Release ManagementCareer Highlights • Developed and deployed enterprise-grade applications using Spring Boot Microservices and React/Angular. • Achieved $10M annual savings through automation of manual processes in the ORMS project. • Increased system throughput by 40% by optimizing microservices and API performance. • Delivered 100% on-time project releases across 15+ Agile sprints. • Led cloud and container-based deployments using AWS, OpenShift, and Kubernetes. • Maintained 95%+ code coverage through rigorous test automation and best practices.EducationB.Tech – Computer Science & EngineeringSam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences, Prayagraj (2011–2015)CGPA: 8.33Certifications • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner • Java Full Stack Development • Agile Certified Practitioner • GitHub Copilot & AI Spark • Annual ISMS Certification

Experience

1. Technical Lead

   Thales

   May 2025 — Present · Noida, IN

   Technical Lead @ ThalesCybersecurity | Flagship Product Ecosystem | Java, Microservices, CloudAs a Technical Lead at Thales, I contribute to building secure, scalable, and high-performance systems in the Cybersecurity domain, focusing on the flagship product ecosystem. I collaborate with cross-functional global teams to design and implement microservices-based architectures, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and security at enterprise scale.My responsibilities include:Leading system design and architecture decisions for key product modules.Developing and optimizing Java-based backend services and microservices applications deployed on cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).Implementing best practices in code quality, security, and performance optimization.Driving end-to-end product development while mentoring engineers on system design principles, secure coding, and microservices patterns.Collaborating with product and QA teams to deliver features that meet global security and compliance standards.Actively contributing to technical strategy, design reviews, and architecture governance to ensure long-term scalability and maintainability.Focused on solving complex security challenges, building products that scale globally, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Passionate about system architecture, product engineering, and cybersecurity solutions.Keywords included for recruiter and ATS searches:Technical Lead, Cybersecurity, Product Engineering, Flagship Product, System Design, Architecture, Microservices, Distributed Systems, Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure), Java, Secure Coding, DevOps, Product Development, Scalable Systems, High-Performance Systems, Enterprise Security, Leadership, Mentorship, Product Innovation, Global MNC, Technical Strategy.

Education

• Shail Shiksha Niketan Inter College Naini Allahabad

  High School 10th, Mathematics and Computer Science

  2007 — 2009

• Shail Shiksha Niketan Inter College Naini Allahabad

  Intermediate 12th, Maths

  2009 — 2011

• Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology And Sciences (SHUATS)

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Computer Science

  2011 — 2015