Application Architect

A total of 11+ Years experience in various Mainframe Systems. My last 9 years have been completely on Credit Card portfolio issuer systems at First Data International (FDI) - UK. I am currently working as an Application Architect (Systems Analyst) at FDI - Basildon(UK). I have worked for almost all the big banks in the UK and Europe which are the major clients for First Data. Some of these Banks are Lloyds TSB, Barclays, Natwest, RBS, Egg, Liverpool Victoria, Co-operative Bank, ING, Dresdner Bank, Primeline etc. I have worked both in Support and Development areas at FDI. My previous roles in the company have been Sr. Software Development Analyst and Offshore Team Leader. I acquire a very sound knowledge of Credit Card Systems and various Payment Schemes. The main programming language I have been using is VS COBOL-II mainly on MVS 390 System.
- My main strength is my grasping power, I pick up new things quickly, I am a very good team player, and can handle several tasks at the same time. I also have good communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work under pressure. I am always open to suggestions for improvement and look for opportunities to improve and develop further skills and experience in all areas of IT.