Sikha Verma
About Sikha Verma
Sikha Verma is a Senior Software Engineer at HSBC Global Banking and Markets in London, UK, where she has worked since 2017. She has a background in application support and software development, with experience at multiple financial institutions in India and the UK.
Work at HSBC
Sikha Verma has been employed at HSBC Global Banking and Markets as a Senior Software Engineer since 2017. She has accumulated seven years of experience in this role while based in London, United Kingdom. Prior to her current position, she worked at HSBC in India for six months in 2016, also as a Senior Software Engineer. Her tenure at HSBC reflects her ongoing commitment to the financial services sector and her expertise in software engineering.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining HSBC, Sikha Verma worked at J.P. Morgan as an Application Support Analyst from 2012 to 2014 in the Mumbai Area, India. She then transitioned to Flextrade, where she continued in a similar role for 11 months from 2014 to 2015 in Pune, India. Following her time at Flextrade, she joined Barclays Investment Bank as an Application Support Analyst for nine months in 2016. This diverse experience has contributed to her proficiency in application support within the financial industry.
Education and Expertise
Sikha Verma earned her B.Tech in Computer Science from Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey Women's University, completing her studies from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background laid the foundation for her technical skills and understanding of the software development lifecycle. She possesses significant expertise in cross-functional team communication, having effectively collaborated in both large global teams and independent roles.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Sikha Verma has developed a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle, particularly in bridging business and technology. She has extensive experience in supporting Front Office and Middle Office applications, specifically in the Fixed Income and Equities sectors. Her technical skills are complemented by her ability to communicate effectively across various teams, enhancing her contributions to software engineering projects.
Internship Experience
In 2012, Sikha Verma completed a four-month internship at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (T.I.F.R.) in the Mumbai Area, India. This internship provided her with valuable insights into research and development in a scientific environment, further enriching her technical knowledge and experience in the field.