Pragalatha Ammasaigounder
About Pragalatha Ammasaigounder
Pragalatha Ammasaigounder is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in software development and analysis, currently employed at Nationwide Building Society since 2022. She has previously worked for various organizations including NHS Tayside, NHS Grampian, and Lothian Valuation Joint Board, and holds multiple degrees in Computer Science from Bharathiar University and a Master's in Advanced Software Engineering from Edinburgh Napier University.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Pragalatha Ammasaigounder has been employed at Nationwide Building Society as a Senior Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, she contributes to various software development projects, applying her extensive experience in the field. Her responsibilities include implementing Agile methodologies and utilizing modern development tools to enhance project efficiency.
Previous Experience at NHS Tayside and NHS Grampian
Pragalatha worked at NHS Tayside as a Software Developer from 2013 to 2014 for one year, based in Dundee, United Kingdom. Following this, she served as an Analyst Developer at NHS Grampian from 2014 to 2019 for five years, working in Aberdeen. These positions provided her with valuable experience in the healthcare sector and software development.
Career at Lothian Valuation Joint Board
From 2019 to 2022, Pragalatha held the position of Senior Analyst Developer at Lothian Valuation Joint Board in Edinburgh, Scotland. During her three years in this role, she focused on software solutions that supported the organization’s objectives, further developing her analytical and development skills.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Pragalatha Ammasaigounder has a strong educational background in computer science. She earned a Bachelor's degree from Bharathiar University from 1996 to 1999. She continued her studies at the same institution, achieving a Master of Computer Applications (MCA) from 2000 to 2003, and a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) from 2006 to 2008. Additionally, she completed a Master's degree in Advanced Software Engineering at Edinburgh Napier University from 2009 to 2010.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Pragalatha possesses a range of technical skills relevant to software development. She is proficient in implementing Agile methodologies, specifically Scrum and Kanban, and is experienced in using Git for version control. Her expertise extends to Azure DevOps for continuous integration and deployment. Additionally, she is skilled in front-end technologies, particularly React JS, which enhances her capabilities in user interface development.