Vijay Thakur
About Vijay Thakur
Vijay Thakur is a Senior Software Developer with extensive experience in software consulting and development. He has worked for various companies, including Jean Martin, Hitachi Data Systems, and Bridgewater Associates, and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Operational Research.
Current Role at Jean Martin
Vijay Thakur has been employed at Jean Martin as a Senior Software Developer since 2006. In this role, he utilizes a diverse array of technologies, including .Net Core 5.0, Web API, C#, and Azure services. His expertise includes integrating various services using microservices architecture to create a unified Web API. He has contributed significantly to projects that enhance software functionality and improve user experience.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before his current position, Vijay Thakur held various roles in software development across multiple organizations. He worked as a Senior Consultant at Bridgewater Associates for three months in 2010 and served as a Senior Software Consultant at Hitachi Data Systems from 2013 to 2017. His experience also includes positions at BMC Software, Wells Fargo Bank, and Tesla, where he developed software solutions and led technical teams.
Educational Background
Vijay Thakur studied Mechanical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.Sc. Engg) from 1982 to 1987. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Technology (M.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, between 1987 and 1989. Additionally, he completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Operational Research from the Operation Research Society of India.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Vijay Thakur specializes in a wide range of technologies relevant to modern software development. His skill set includes .Net Core, React, Angular, and various Azure services. He has experience with microservices architecture, which allows him to integrate multiple services effectively. His technical proficiency enables him to work on complex projects, including a collaboration with Microsoft USA to develop a web portal for customer support.
Career Timeline and Notable Roles
Vijay Thakur's career spans several notable roles in the software industry. He began as a Software Engineer at PTC from 1997 to 1999 and later worked at Tata Motors as a Design Engineer for eight years. He has held positions at companies such as Cybage, Philips Healthcare, and Schneider Electric, contributing to various software development projects and leading teams in different capacities.