Sumanth Reddy

About Sumanth Reddy

With a Master’s in Computer Science from Missouri University of Science and Technology and a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, I am dedicated to advancing my technical expertise and pursuing impactful software engineering roles. My academic journey has cultivated a strong foundation in programming languages like Java and C++, database management, and data structures, paired with hands-on projects that have honed my analytical and problem-solving skills. I am particularly drawn to application development and enjoy staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in software engineering.My professional experience includes roles as a Software Developer at NTT DATA and as an Assistant Professor in Computer Science, where I developed C++ courses that boosted student engagement. In my industry experience, I worked on optimizing code and system performance in life insurance applications, which enhanced efficiency and client satisfaction. My project work spans machine learning and decentralized applications, reflecting a versatile approach to problem-solving in diverse settings.As I look to the future, my goal is to secure a Software Development Engineer (SDE) role focused on Java or C++. I am eager to contribute to a collaborative team, apply my skills to real-world challenges, and continuously expand my technical repertoire. I’m passionate about creating impactful, reliable solutions that drive user engagement and organizational success. Please feel free to reach out if you’re interested in connecting!

Experience

1. Software Development Engineer

   Fiserv

   Jan 2025 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   Worked in an Agile Scrum environment, contributing to sprint planning, story point estimation, code reviews, and retrospectives across the full SDLC.• Designed and developed RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot, implementing CRUD operations with HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) using JPA/Hibernate.• Enhanced and maintained Spring Boot API endpoints to align with evolving OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and enterprise SDLC standards.• Implemented Java-based data mapping logic to transform legacy COBOL host data into modern REST API response objects.• Refactored Swagger- and XML-generated Java models to resolve serialization, validation, and data transformation issues.• Developed reusable Java utilities for processing flat files (ESF/Premier) and driving API-based enumerations and dynamic UI dropdowns.• Enabled secure cross-application communication by configuring CORS for REST APIs.• Performed end-to-end API testing and validation using Postman, Swagger UI, JUnit.• Integrated mock services by updating Swagger mock definitions and generating Java models to support isolated and consistent testing environments.• Collaborated with backend and host-system teams to troubleshoot API filters, data issues, and integration failures, ensuring stable interaction with legacy systems.• Created and maintained API mapping and transformation documentation to keep backend services, host contracts, and Swagger definitions aligned.• Migrated CI/CD pipelines from Jenkins to GitHub Actions, optimizing build, test, and quality-gate workflows.• Automated build, test, and deployment pipelines for Java Spring Boot applications.• Managed GitHub feature-branch workflows, raised and reviewed pull requests, and ensured compliance with enterprise SDLC and code quality practices.• Supported release activities by coordinating packaging, dependency management, and deployment steps with operations teams for non-production and production environments.

Education

• Missouri University of Science and Technology

  Master's degree, Computer Science

• GITAM Deemed University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science