Riyas P Kottiyat
About Riyas P Kottiyat
Riyas P Kottiyat is a Senior Risk Engineer at First Derivatives in Belfast, Northern Ireland, with over 12 years of experience in software development. He has a strong background in object-oriented programming, SQL optimization, and front-end technologies, and previously worked at Ernst & Young and other notable companies in India.
Current Role at First Derivatives
Riyas P Kottiyat serves as a Senior Risk Engineer at First Derivatives, a position he has held since 2020. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, he has accumulated four years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include assessing and managing risks associated with software solutions, leveraging his extensive background in software engineering.
Previous Experience at Ernst & Young
Prior to his current role, Riyas worked at Ernst & Young as a Senior Software Engineer for nine months in 2011 to 2012 in the Cochin Area, India. In this position, he contributed to software development projects, applying his skills in programming and design principles.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Riyas completed his Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at ATSS IICMR - Pune University from 2004 to 2007. This three-year program provided him with a solid foundation in computer science, equipping him with the knowledge and skills necessary for his subsequent career in software engineering.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Riyas possesses a profound understanding of object-oriented programming and design principles, including design patterns. He has extensive expertise in SQL optimization and testing, which contributes to efficient database management. Additionally, he has a strong background in front-end development, utilizing technologies such as HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, JQuery, and Angular JS.
Career Progression and Experience
With over 12 years of experience in designing and developing software solutions, Riyas has worked in various roles across multiple companies. His career includes positions at Digital Mesh Softech (P) Ltd. as a Senior Software Engineer from 2010 to 2011 and at Hexaware Technologies as a Software Engineer from 2007 to 2010. His experience spans iterative and agile methodologies, enhancing his ability to deliver effective software solutions.