Harish Kumar Pokala
About Harish Kumar Pokala
Harish Kumar Pokala is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in Java development across various organizations. He has worked for notable companies including FINRA, State of Michigan, and Freddie Mac, accumulating over a decade of experience in the software engineering field.
Current Role at FINRA
Harish Kumar Pokala has been employed at FINRA as a Senior Software Engineer since 2018. In this role, he contributes to the development and maintenance of software systems that support the organization's regulatory mission. His work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software applications.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Prior to his current position, Pokala worked at CMA as a Senior Java Developer from 2016 to 2018. His responsibilities included designing and implementing Java-based applications. Before that, he served as a Sr. Java Developer for the State of Michigan from 2014 to 2016, where he focused on developing software solutions for state government needs.
Early Career in Java Development
Pokala began his career as a Java J2EE Developer at the New Mexico State Personnel Office, Career Services Bureau from 2009 to 2010. He gained foundational experience in software development during this time. Following this role, he worked as a Software Developer at Freddie Mac from 2010 to 2012, where he further honed his programming skills.
Systems Analyst Role at State Farm
From 2012 to 2014, Pokala worked as a Systems Analyst at State Farm in the Bloomington/Normal, Illinois Area. In this position, he analyzed system requirements and collaborated with stakeholders to improve software solutions, bridging the gap between technical teams and business needs.