Accomplished Solution Architect with 13+ years<\/strong> of experience in eCommerce domain, certified TOGAF 9 Enterprise Architect<\/strong>, certified Adobe Commerce Expert<\/strong>, with a rich background spanning over a decade in e-commerce solutions, notably Adobe Commerce (Magento)<\/strong>, ShopifyPlus<\/strong>, BigCommerce<\/strong>, MIRAKL<\/strong> Integrations and SFCC<\/strong> Integrations. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Seasoned in the end-to-end project lifecycle, I’ve excelled in architecting and estimating requirements, conducting technical sessions, and collaborating with global teams and vendors for seamless integrations with SAP<\/strong>, ERP<\/strong>, WMS<\/strong>, OMS<\/strong>, PIM<\/strong>, custom Payment<\/strong> Gateways<\/strong>, POS<\/strong> Integration, AEM<\/strong> Integration, Headless<\/strong> Integration Architecture, Mobile<\/strong> First Architecture<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Designed and estimated project requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Developed complex integration components with multi-website configurations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Coordinated with various vendor technical teams on multiple modules as a Solution Architect<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Conducted requirement gathering and analysis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Documentation:<\/strong>\n
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Wrote detailed technical solution specifications and architectural documents for both Business Analysts (BA) and Development Teams.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Client Interaction:<\/strong>\n
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Conducted various technical requirement gathering sessions with client teams and third-party vendors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Collaborated closely with the client’s regional Enterprise Architect to ensure solutions met global standards and requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Technology Focus:<\/strong>\n
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Specialized in Adobe Commerce Cloud.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Collaboration:<\/strong>\n
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Worked on projects involving collaboration with an ecosystem of third-party vendors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Global Considerations:<\/strong>\n
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Collaborated with the client’s regional Enterprise Architect to ensure that solutions aligned with global standards and requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Successfully contributed to the design and implementation of solutions for Adobe Commerce projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Ensured alignment with global standards through collaboration with the client’s regional Enterprise Architect.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Project Focus:<\/strong>\n
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Worked on Adobe Commerce Cloud projects, emphasizing multi-website configurations and integration components.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Communication:<\/strong>\n
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Engaged in effective communication with client teams, third-party vendors, and internal teams to understand and address project requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Holistic Approach:<\/strong>\n
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Approached projects holistically, considering both technical and global standards to provide comprehensive solutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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As Senior Technical Architect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pre-Sales Activities:<\/strong>\n
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Participated in Pre-Sales activities for eCommerce Projects, including Magento2 Commerce Cloud, Open Source & Commerce Edition, BigCommerce, and Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Provided estimates and high-level solutions during the Pre-Sales phase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Technical Discovery Meetings:<\/strong>\n
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Planned and executed Technical Discovery Meetings with clients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Documentation:<\/strong>\n
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Created Technical Architecture Document (TAD) for projects, outlining the high-level technical solution and end-to-end flow of various features using Data Mapping tools and Architecture Diagrams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Developed Technical\/Solution Definition Document (T\/SDD) that detailed the solution, high-level pseudo code, custom modules, and alignment with TAD.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Integration:<\/strong>\n
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Analyzed and architected integration of SAP, ERP, and CRM into Magento and BigCommerce environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Designed the technical flow and code for integration modules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Created custom modules to serve as BASE modules for Integrations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Project Planning and Execution:<\/strong>\n
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Planned and executed Sprint Plans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Monitored the health of the projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Developer Support and Code Quality:<\/strong>\n
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Supported developers in their tasks and guided them to implement optimized code following Test-Driven Development (TDD) and TAD.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Conducted code reviews over GitHub and before every merge to any of the environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Client Communication:<\/strong>\n
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Participated in all client calls to provide updates and gather feedback on technical implementations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Deployment Activities:<\/strong>\n
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Conducted deployment activities to both Cloud and Non-Cloud environments for Staging and Production Servers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Version Control and Environment Setup:<\/strong>\n
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Set up Project GIT Repos and Environments in both Cloud and Non-Cloud Environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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As Manager – Software Development Team<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Resource Management:<\/strong>\n
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Managed resources including Junior Software Engineers (JSE), Software Engineers (SE), Senior Software Engineers (SSE), and Consultants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Oversaw 25+ resources in total, handling attendance, leave approvals, and ensuring utilization targets were met.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Performance Management:<\/strong>\n
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Prepared the team’s Key Result Areas (KRA) and aligned them with business goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Assisted the team in achieving their KRAs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Prepared quarterly goals for the team and provided assistance in achieving them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Recruitment and Interviews:<\/strong>\n
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Conducted technical interviews for all three platforms: Magento, BigCommerce, and Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Promotions and Feedback:<\/strong>\n
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Managed resources’ promotions and provided regular feedback.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Individual Development:<\/strong>\n
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Conducted regular one-on-one meetings with team members to align them with their goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Addressed and understood roadblocks and issues faced by team members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Resourcing and Scaling:<\/strong>\n
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Worked on a resourcing plan to scale up or scale down the team size using Consultant\/Contract Resources to achieve utilization targets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Developed a utilization plan to distribute work based on project\/resource cost, ensuring a balanced approach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Financial Responsibilities:<\/strong>\n
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Maintained the Profit\/Expense Ratio through effective resource management and utilization planning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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As Regional Head India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Resource Management:<\/strong>\n
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Developed a hiring plan for resources based on the Utilization Plan\/Target.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Managed vendor and eco-partner companies for consultant\/contract resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Human Resources:<\/strong>\n
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Oversaw the hiring and exit processes for resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leadership and Strategic Involvement:<\/strong>\n
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Participated in leadership and strategic meetings to contribute to the overall direction and planning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Utilization Targets:<\/strong>\n
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Held responsibility for achieving the Utilization Target of the India Team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Single Point of Contact (SPOC):<\/strong>\n
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Acted as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for Redstage for any technical or resourcing requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Company Meetings:<\/strong>\n
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Presented and participated in company quarterly goals meetings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Participated in monthly all-hands meetings to stay informed about company-wide updates and initiatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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As Magento COE Head \u2013 Practice Lead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Guidelines and Audits:<\/strong>\n
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Prepared development guidelines for the team.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Conducted project audits at technical levels, covering server health, GIT repo setup, code status on the server, deployment strategies, orphan code, and code review reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Provided recommendations based on audit reports.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Code Review and Optimization:<\/strong>\n
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Conducted code reviews for projects and provided optimization recommendations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Component Management:<\/strong>\n
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Managed a repository of reusable components used for Magento2 builds and BigCommerce projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Training and Development:<\/strong>\n
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Prepared training plans and calendar schedules.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Aligned resources to cross-platform training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Conducted global training sessions on various innovative topics.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Innovation and Proof of Concepts (POCs):<\/strong>\n
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Worked on innovative ideas and Proof of Concepts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Demonstrated POCs over the company\u2019s webinar globally and during Pre-Sales activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Technology Updates and Security:<\/strong>\n
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Kept track of technology updates and security patches from Magento.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Recommended project leads and project managers on necessary upgrades.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Global Hiring:<\/strong>\n
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Conducted technical interviews for the Magento platform to hire in the US, UK, Europe, and LatAm regions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Accomplished Solution Architect with 13+ years of experience in eCommerce domain, certified TOGAF 9 Enterprise Architect, certified Adobe Commerce Expert, with a rich background spanning over a decade in e-commerce solutions, notably Adobe Commerce (Magento), ShopifyPlus, BigCommerce, MIRAKL Integrations and SFCC Integrations. Seasoned in the end-to-end project lifecycle, I’ve excelled in architecting and estimating requirements, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2"}],"version-history":[{"count":55,"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":122,"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2\/revisions\/122"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramanjawade.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}