Shyam Jain is a seasoned Principal Application Engineer at Discover Financial Services, where he plays a pivotal role in driving technology transformations that enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement. With over a decade of experience across the banking, media, and IT sectors, Shyam specializes in...
Shyam Jain is a seasoned Principal Application Engineer at Discover Financial Services, where he plays a pivotal role in driving technology transformations that enhance operational efficiency and customer engagement. With over a decade of experience across the banking, media, and IT sectors, Shyam specializes in cloud-native development, microservices architecture, and event-driven design. His current focus involves leading two dynamic teams of seven engineers each, dedicated to modernizing core systems and improving code quality. This initiative is crucial for enhancing technology solutions that ultimately increase activation and registration rates for Discover's services.
One of Shyam's key projects includes the ambitious migration of 100% of PCF components to the OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) on AWS infrastructure. This transition not only streamlines deployment processes but also leverages the scalability and resilience of cloud-native technologies. By spearheading the development of microservices on OCP using Java, Shyam ensures that Discover Financial Services remains at the forefront of innovation in the financial technology landscape.
In addition to his technical acumen in event-driven programming and RESTful web services, Shyam is well-versed in agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle (SDLC). His expertise extends to advanced concepts such as reinforcement learning and robotic process automation (RPA), positioning him as a thought leader in the application of cutting-edge technologies to solve complex business challenges. With a commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, Shyam Jain is not only enhancing Discover's technological capabilities but also contributing to the broader evolution of the financial services industry.
