Santhosh Anand

Helps in building scalable & high-impact digital platforms...

Delivering enterprise grade solutions across Banking, HRTech, HealthTech, Verification Systems, Payments, ERP, Utilities domains and more.

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About Me

I don't just build software, I build the teams and systems that deliver it at scale. With 13+ years leading engineering organizations, I focus on turning complex business challenges into scalable, reliable solutions.

Specialized in leading full-cycle software delivery across multiple domains. From architecture to deployment, I drive teams to build systems that are reliable, performant, and built to last.

Successfully delivered enterprise-grade applications serving major clients across the world. Currently working with CBA, India as Engineering Manager. Expert in Microsoft (.NET) technologies, databases, and various cloud tech platforms with proven ability to optimize performance and design scalable architectures.

13+

Years Experience

3L+

Active Users Daily

10

Team Members Led

Professional Experience

Current Role

Engineering Manager

Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Bengaluru

Mar 2026 - Present

Domain: Business Banking - Everyday Business Banking. Leading the Customer Onboarding and Life Cycle Crew, driving engineering excellence for one of Australia's largest financial institutions.

Focus: Innovative, customer-centric banking services.
Key Area: Customer Onboarding & Life Cycle
HRTech Leader

Senior Development Manager

TeamLease Services Ltd, Bengaluru

Sep 2019 - Mar 2026

Domain: HRTech, Staffing & Compliance (3,500+ clients, 3L+ active users daily). Led a cross-functional development team of 10 members to deliver high-performance applications with assured scalability & availability.

  • Designed self-hosted workflow automation leveraging n8n, Amazon Q, and AI-driven tools, achieving 40% reduction in manual task completion time
  • Collaborated using Agile Scrum methodologies, ensuring 95% sprint goal achievement
  • Enhanced user engagement and support response times by 35% through API-driven workflows
Team Size: 15+ members
Focus: HRMS Development and Innovation
Key Metrics: 95% sprint success, 40% efficiency gain
HealthTech Expert

Senior Software Engineer

Clario (BioClinica India Ltd), Bengaluru

Jan 2017 - Sep 2019

Domain: HealthTech (Clinical Trials for Abbott, AstraZeneca, Pfizer). Developed clinical trial management software used by global pharmaceutical clients.

  • Contributed to 15% improvement in data accuracy and regulatory compliance
  • Accelerated clinical trial data availability by 20% through real-time analytics
  • Optimized complex query performances, resulting in 25% boost in system responsiveness
Clients: Abbott, AstraZeneca, Pfizer
Focus: Clinical Trial Management
Impact: 25% performance boost, 20% faster data
Verification Systems

Software Engineer

Softtek India Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru

Nov 2015 - Dec 2016

Domain: Background verification & services for Sterling Talent Solutions (US). Delivered critical application support for global background verification systems.

  • Achieved 99% SLA compliance rate by efficiently resolving production issues
  • Automated reconciliation scripts, reducing manual effort by 35%
  • Processed 50,000+ background verification records daily with 99.9% accuracy
Daily Volume: 50,000+ records
SLA: 99% compliance rate
Automation: 35% manual effort reduction
Dubai Consultant

Senior Software Developer (Consultant)

ATG Solutions LLC, Dubai

Nov 2014 - Oct 2015

Domain: ERP, Online Payments for Za'abeel Palace Hospitality and DAFZA. Developed integrated payment gateways and comprehensive ERP suite.

  • Developed payment gateways for Mashreq Bank and Mastercard, increasing processing efficiency by 30%
  • Implemented ERP suite improving operational effectiveness by 25%
  • Led onsite-offshore coordination for multi-million-dollar hospitality ERP implementation
Location: Dubai, UAE
Partners: Mashreq Bank, Mastercard
Project Value: Multi-million dollar ERP

Software Engineer

AGS Infotech Ltd, Bengaluru

Nov 2012 - Oct 2014

Domain: Utilities for client SEDC, USA. Developed core billing and reporting modules within the UPN utility management platform.

  • Delivered UI and Notes modules using .NET WinForms
  • Enhanced user experience and reduced training time for end-users
  • Participated in code reviews improving software quality & defect rates

Technical Expertise

Technical Expertise

C# / ASP.NET / .NET Core
95%
JavaScript / React / Node.js
85%
RESTful APIs / Microservices
88%
HTML/CSS / ADO.NET
85%

Cloud & DevOps

AWS (EC2, S3, SQS, SES, IAM, RDS)
90%
Azure / CI/CD Pipelines
80%
DevOps Best Practices
70%

Data & Databases

Microsoft SQL Server
95%
PostgreSQL / MySQL
85%
Database Performance Optimization
90%

AI & Leadership

Amazon Q / GitHub Copilot
85%
n8n Workflow Automation
80%
Team Management (10+ members)
95%
Agile/Scrum Methodologies
92%

Featured Projects

HRTech Platform

Enterprise-grade staffing solution serving 3,500+ clients

.NET Core React AWS Postgres AI Tools
3,500+ Clients
40% Efficiency Gain

Clinical Trial Management

Global pharmaceutical software for Abbott, AstraZeneca, Pfizer

C# SQL Server WPF/WCF
25% Performance Boost
15% Data Accuracy

Background Verification System

Global verification platform for Sterling Talent Solutions (US)

C# SQL Server MVC
50K+ Daily Records
99.9% Accuracy

ERP & Payment Gateway

Multi-million dollar hospitality ERP for Za'abeel Palace, Dubai

ASP.NET SQL Server Mastercard API
30% Processing Efficiency
25% Operational Effectiveness

Utility Management Platform

UPN billing and reporting system for SEDC, USA

.NET WinForms SQL Server ASP.NET
Enhanced User Experience
Reduced Training Time

Various Freelancing Projects

Custom web applications, e-commerce solutions, and business automation tools for diverse clients

C# React Node.js
15+ Projects
100% Client Satisfaction

Certifications & Education

Cloud Architect Master Program

Simplilearn - Oct 2024

Various Professional Certifications

Cloud, DevOps, Data Analytics, AI & Participation

PG - Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bengaluru under VTU (2012)

UG - Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

Vidya Vahini First Grade College, Tumkur University (2009)

Recommendations

I've had the pleasure of working with Santhosh, and I can confidently say he is one of the most hardworking and dedicated professionals I've come across. He is always available to support the team, whether it's addressing production issues or lending a hand to resolve challenges. Santhosh's friendly nature and eagerness to learn new things make him a valuable team player. One of his strongest qualities is his logical thinking, which consistently helps in identifying solutions and making sound decisions under pressure.

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Kabir Ahmed

Senior QA Manager at TeamLease Services Limited

TeamLease Colleague

I am writing to highly recommend Santhosh, whom I have had the pleasure of working with for several years. As a Senior Development Manager, he consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and a profound understanding of the .NET ecosystem. Santhosh's technical acumen is matched only by his ability to inspire and mentor his team. He has a remarkable track record of successfully delivering complex projects on schedule, while maintaining a collaborative and positive team environment.

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Ashok Kumaresan

Senior Engineer at Genpact

Former Colleague

I feel truly privileged to write this recommendation for Santosh. From the very beginning, Santosh stood out as one of the brightest minds among us. Over the past 13+ years of knowing him, I have seen Santosh grow into not just an innovative and creative professional but also a thoughtful, impactful problem solver. He has this rare ability to simplify complex challenges and bring clarity to situations that seem daunting to others.

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Ankit Jha

Senior Delivery Manager at Clarivate

Long-term Colleague

At the core of his approach is a commitment to team empowerment and innovation. By leveraging the strengths of each team member, he has facilitated the successful launch of multiple products ahead of schedule and earned repeated client commendations for exceptional quality and delivery. He thrives in environments that challenge boundaries, and consistently seeks opportunities to collaborate, share insights, and deliver transformative solutions.

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Namratha Shurapali

Advanced Software Engineer at Honeywell

Former Team Member

I had the opportunity to work with Santhosh in Dubai on a government project, and I was consistently impressed by his dedication and professionalism. He is a sincere, hardworking, and highly skilled software engineer who always goes the extra mile to ensure a project is completed to the highest standard. Santhosh has a strong command of technologies like .NET, Oracle, and SQL Server, and he combines that technical expertise with excellent problem-solving skills.

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Nilesh Rathod

Analyst at Tourism Saskatchewan

Dubai Project Colleague

Santhosh and I had worked in a development project, he is an excellent team player and easy to work with and his abilities to think outside the box had helped our team to work on many solutions better. He will be great asset to any team.

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Harsha S

Senior Security Reliability Engineer at CME Group

Development Partner

I have known Santhosh for many years, and I can confidently say that he is a hardworking, reliable, and dedicated individual. His positive attitude and strong commitment to his work always stand out. He is someone who takes responsibility seriously and consistently strives to deliver quality results. Apart from his professional abilities, he is also a supportive team player who maintains good relationships with colleagues. He is a very talented professional and a very kind hearted person.

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Dilipkumar D P

Senior eCOA Specialist at Eli Lilly

Fellow Student

I strongly recommend Santhosh for his hard work, problem-solving ability, and supportive attitude. He is a highly dedicated professional who consistently goes above and beyond in his work. What truly sets him apart is his supportive nature, he's always ready to help teammates and guide others when needed. He has a sharp ability to analyze and solve complex problems, and he never gives up until the right solution is found. His positive mindset and motivating attitude make him a valuable team player and a pleasure to work with.

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Ashwini Javagal

Senior Software Development Engineer at TeamLease

TeamLease Colleague

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Let's Connect

I'm always interested in discussing new opportunities, innovative projects, and ways to drive technological excellence. Feel free to reach out!

santhuanand7@gmail.com
+91 9036046342
Bengaluru, India