PMS 2024-25 | Aditya Raj
Aditya Raj (AS417) Annual Review 2024 Cycle Name: PMS 2024-25
Annual Review 2024 Name: DE - PMS 2024
Total Goals / Key Result Areas
Goals / Key Result Areas (7)
1. Requirement Scoping
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3
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1. Delivers customer facing Technical specification and scope documents
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2. Proactively helps customer to realize/recognize technology value milestones
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3. Provides a breakdown of tasks associated with a project and the assigned hours & lead the project
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Ratings & Comments
Employee
Rating
4 - Employee's performance often exceeds expectations. Goals and objectives are timely achieved and
often surpassed. The employee will often take the initiative on new tasks or projects and aids others.
Comment
This year, I significantly contributed to project success and customer satisfaction by delivering high-
quality technical documentation, driving value recognition, and leading project execution.
Technical Specifications and Scope Documents: I consistently delivered comprehensive, customer-
facing technical specifications and scope documents. These ensured clear communication of
requirements, aligned expectations, and streamlined project workflows. By incorporating stakeholder
feedback, I maintained clarity and accuracy, facilitating smooth implementation and reducing the
potential for misunderstandings.
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Realizing Technology Value: I proactively engaged with customers to help them recognize and achieve
key technology value milestones. Through detailed analysis and demonstrations, I highlighted the
practical benefits and efficiencies of implemented solutions. This approach built trust and reinforced
the alignment of technical deliverables with business objectives, ensuring clients could fully leverage
the solutions deployed.
Task Breakdown and Leadership: I effectively provided detailed breakdowns of project tasks, allocated
appropriate hours, and ensured efficient resource distribution. By maintaining timelines and driving
collaboration, I optimized project execution, improved team synergy, and delivered high-quality
outcomes with precision.
2. Areas - Coding - Basics
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6
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1. Objectives/ KPI's - Zero delivery gaps - Sprint/features deliverables, tickets resolution and Compliances to
SLAs
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2. Functional & OO Programming - Code Completeness - Functional/Non Functional, Checks, Conditions, Error
handling (> 90%)
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3. Code Quality ( Reliability, Maintability, Reusability, Testability)
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4. " Number of defects - < 5% of open defects in System testing, Defect density (e.g., number of defects per
lines of code). - Severity of defects - Zero Sev 1 defects during system testing - 100% Adherence to Coding
Standards and code review best practices"
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5. 100% Completeness of Unit Testing
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6. Holistically look through the test cases from Integration Testing, System Testing and UAT
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Ratings & Comments
Employee
Rating
5 - Performance is exceptional and far exceeds expectations. Consistently demonstrates excellent
standards in all job requirements. Goals and objectives are achieved, and significant additional
contributions are made. Employee provides a high level of leadership and/or subject matter expertise.
Behaviors and attitude are exemplary. The employee is considered a role model by management and his
or her peers.
Comment
This year, I focused on delivering high-quality outcomes while supporting my team in adopting best
coding practices. I noticed I was frequently approached first for code-related requirements, reflecting the
trust in my expertise.
Delivery Excellence: Maintained zero delivery gaps by completing all the JIRA tickets and
complying with SLAs on time. This ensured smooth project execution and enhanced client
satisfaction.
Functional & OO Programming: Delivered code with ~100% completeness, integrating robust
checks, conditions, and error handling. These efforts ensured functionality, reliability, and
alignment with client expectations.
Code Quality: Focused on reliability, maintainability, reusability, and testability by adhering to best
practices and conducting thorough reviews. I refactored code to meet object-oriented standards,
improving quality and scalability. Additionally, I guided team members on best practices, fostering
a collaborative and quality-focused culture.
Defect Management: Achieved a defect density below 5% during system testing and zero Severity
1 defects. By rigorously testing across all environments and ensuring detailed pre-reviews, I
contributed to smooth system testing and delivery.
Testing Completeness: Delivered UAT-tested products, ensuring comprehensive validation and
minimizing risks.
Our team’s commitment to quality earned multiple client appreciations, especially for code maintenance
and framework development, highlighting the value of our efforts.
3. Problem Solving
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3
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1. Brute force solution with hints
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2. Objectives/ KPI's - Data structure and algorithm complexity concepts
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3. Provide oversight on solution, project architecture review
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Ratings & Comments
Employee
Rating
5 - Performance is exceptional and far exceeds expectations. Consistently demonstrates excellent
standards in all job requirements. Goals and objectives are achieved, and significant additional
contributions are made. Employee provides a high level of leadership and/or subject matter expertise.
Behaviors and attitude are exemplary. The employee is considered a role model by management and his
or her peers.
Comment
Brute Force Solutions with Hints: I actively supported the team by simplifying complex problems into
brute-force approaches, offering guidance and hints to enhance solution development. This helped
team members build a solid foundation before progressing to more optimized solutions.
Data Structures and Algorithm Complexity: I applied key principles of data structures and algorithm
complexity to improve solution efficiency, ensuring scalability and performance across
implementations. This alignment with project and client expectations enhanced the overall deliverable
quality.
Solution and Architecture Oversight: I provided oversight on solutions and participated in project
architecture reviews, aligning designs with best practices and long-term scalability. By addressing
gaps and recommending optimizations, I contributed to robust, maintainable architectures and
elevated delivery standards.
I also helped streamline branch workflows and restricted PR approvals to specific groups, enhancing
project security. Additionally, I developed several frameworks, including Delta Table to SFTP File
Transfer for Canada teams, SQLFluff Integration for SQL linting, ADLS to Table for Mulesoft Data, and
Adhoc Feeds Fetcher etc. These initiatives not only improved operational efficiency but also addressed
key project requirements effectively.
4. Business & People Success
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4
Sub Goal (4)
1. Effective Utilization (> 80%) - Billable Hours / Project Hours ( if assigned as an investment/Shadow)- once
the trainings are completed
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2. Zero Customer complaints / Escalations
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3. Oversees efforts of associate and juniors DE and ensures that deliverables align to customer objectives
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4. Help in Org building in participating in interview process in hiring the right talent
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Ratings & Comments
Employee
Rating
4 - Employee's performance often exceeds expectations. Goals and objectives are timely achieved and
often surpassed. The employee will often take the initiative on new tasks or projects and aids others.
Comment
Effective Utilization: I maintained ~95% billable availability, with all leaves communicated well in
advance to facilitate better sprint planning and resource management.
Customer Satisfaction: I ensured zero customer complaints or escalations by consistently delivering
high-quality, on-time outcomes that met or exceeded expectations. This proactive approach reinforced
client trust and strengthened relationships.
Team Leadership: I actively guided associates and junior data engineers, overseeing their deliverables
to ensure alignment with customer objectives and project standards. I conducted knowledge transfer
sessions on various topics to support team members' growth. Additionally, I collaborated with Infosys
to address system issues and promptly informed clients about challenges, including requirement
ambiguities, technology constraints, and system defects. These actions ensured transparency, quick
resolutions, and smooth project progress. Additionally, I worked on weekends to address critical
production issues.
Organizational Growth: I contributed to talent acquisition by actively participating in interviews for ATL
and TL positions, demonstrating my technical expertise and ability to evaluate candidates for higher
roles. This effort helped hire the right talent, aligned with the organization's strategic needs and values.
Through these contributions, I not only fulfilled my responsibilities but also played a key role in team
development and organizational success.
5. Soft Skills / Personality Traits
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1. Commitment - Takes appropriate accountability & ownership. Understands the definition of done and
delivers by the committed timelines with appropriate quality.
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2. Confident - On completing assinged deliverables and Demo's as need to internal stakeholders. Brings out
the concerns, challenges with stakeholders and PM
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3. Collaborative & Communication- Effective usage of Digital Workplace. Proactive communication (Internal &
External)
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4. Cultural/team fit - Customer Centricity, Strong team player and technically aspired and motivated
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Ratings & Comments
Employee
Rating
4 - Employee's performance often exceeds expectations. Goals and objectives are timely achieved and
often surpassed. The employee will often take the initiative on new tasks or projects and aids others.
Comment
This year, I successfully achieved key goals by demonstrating commitment, confidence, collaboration,
and cultural alignment.
Commitment: Consistently took ownership of tasks, ensuring their completion within committed
timelines and maintaining high quality. I delivered code with 0% bugs, identified and resolved defects in
existing pipelines, and addressed issues promptly. Proactively resolved ambiguities to align
deliverables with project requirements and client expectations.
Confidence: Successfully completed deliverables and confidently presented demos to internal
stakeholders. My work was delivered without any client-reported bugs. Additionally, I refactored
multiple codebases to align with object-oriented principles, enhancing efficiency and maintainability.
Challenges and concerns were transparently communicated with stakeholders and project managers,
enabling swift resolutions and ensuring seamless project progress.
Collaboration & Communication: Maintained proactive communication by providing regular updates
during standup calls, discussing risks and solutions, and ensuring alignment across the team. This
approach minimized delays and enhanced collaboration.
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Cultural/Team Fit: Demonstrated customer-centricity by tailoring solutions to client needs and
delivering high-quality outcomes. Received client appreciations for contributions such as “Single
Branch,” “CBP Shell,” and PLM stories. Showcased strong team spirit by sharing knowledge, supporting
peers.
6. Self Development & Certification
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3
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1. Attend the trainings nominated by L&D and Manager (Initial 4-6 months and as nominated on demand)
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2. Certifications - 1 Certification by the end of first year
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3. Continuous learning - New technologies on DE, Cloud stack as per discusssion with Manager and project
need ( min of 2 by the end of the year )
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Ratings & Comments
Employee
Rating
4 - Employee's performance often exceeds expectations. Goals and objectives are timely achieved and
often surpassed. The employee will often take the initiative on new tasks or projects and aids others.
Comment
This year, I successfully renewed two certifications, which have significantly enhanced my skills and
contributed to supporting the client’s needs:
1. Azure Data Engineer Associate: This certification has enabled me to stay updated with the latest
advancements in Azure, the client’s chosen cloud platform, thereby aligning my expertise with their
infrastructure needs.
2. Snowflake Core Certification: Renewing this certification deepened my understanding of Snowflake’s
evolving capabilities, allowing me to leverage its features effectively in the project.
In addition, I am currently preparing for the Databricks Engineer Associate certification. Since our
development work is primarily conducted on Databricks, this certification will not only benefit me but also
enhance the value I deliver to the client.
To further support the client’s operations, I took the initiative to learn and implement tools critical to their
workflow:
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1. Azure DevOps: Understanding Azure DevOps, used by the client for version control and pipeline
management, has allowed me to optimize branching strategies and streamline release processes.
2. SQLFluff: Learning and implementing SQLFluff for SQL linting addressed the client’s specific project
requirements, ensuring code quality and consistency across the team.
7. Process Orientation
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1. Data Quality - 100 % compliance to Data Standardization, Checks & Validations
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2. 100% Adherence to project - process compliances (Development process, Code Repos, Tools,
Documentation etc.,)
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3. 100% Participation in Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews & Retrosepcts & > 95% Particpation in Daily Stand
Ups
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4. Zero Communcation gaps on task accomplished and pending activities
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5. Zero Delinqunecy in submission of status/reports/timesheets with respect to work deliverables
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6. > 85% of Availability in a Calendar year (Prudent & planned in taking leaves and focuses on self
development)
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7. Provides overall ownership and accountability for successful delivery execution within areas of ownership
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Employee
Rating
5 - Performance is exceptional and far exceeds expectations. Consistently demonstrates excellent
standards in all job requirements. Goals and objectives are achieved, and significant additional
contributions are made. Employee provides a high level of leadership and/or subject matter expertise.
Behaviors and attitude are exemplary. The employee is considered a role model by management and his
or her peers.
Comment
This year, I focused on delivering exceptional outcomes by achieving key goals essential to project
success:
Data Quality: Ensured 100% compliance with data standardization, checks, and validations,
contributing to accurate and reliable project deliverables. Collaborated with Infosys, team members,
and the client to identify and resolve production bugs and suggest improvements. Conducted sessions
on writing object-oriented, reusable code to enhance team efficiency.
Process Discipline: Adhered to project process standards, including development workflows,
repository management, tool usage, and documentation, ensuring seamless collaboration and
alignment with organizational requirements.
Agile Collaboration: Maintained near-perfect participation in sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives,
and daily stand-ups, staying aligned with team goals and deliverables.
Clear Communication: Maintained zero communication gaps by promptly sharing updates on tasks,
accomplishments, and pending activities, minimizing delays and ensuring transparency.
Timely Reporting: Submitted reports, status updates, and timesheets without delinquency, showcasing
commitment to accountability and professionalism.
Prudent Availability: Maintained over 85% availability with well-planned leave management and
advance communication to the team.
Ownership and Accountability: Took complete ownership of tasks, ensuring timely and successful
delivery while driving client satisfaction and overall project success.
Goals Overall
Ratings & Comments
Employee
Rating
4 - Employee's performance often exceeds expectations. Goals and objectives are timely achieved and often
surpassed. The employee will often take the initiative on new tasks or projects and aids others.
Comment
I consistently demonstrated my ability to deliver high-quality outcomes, lead initiatives, and contribute to the
overall success of the team and organization.
I ensured delivery excellence by maintaining zero delivery gaps, meeting sprint and SLA commitments. By
addressing production issues promptly, often working beyond regular hours, I upheld client satisfaction and
ensured smooth operations.
In technical contributions, I delivered scalable and optimized solutions. My commitment to coding standards,
rigorous testing, and defect management resulted in highly reliable deliverables with near-zero defects.
Additionally, played a critical role in architecture reviews, providing oversight and refining project designs for
maintainability and efficiency.
Through team collaboration and leadership, I mentored associates, conducted knowledge-sharing sessions, and
guided team members on implementing best coding practices. I also proactively addressed challenges with
requirements, system constraints, and client feedback, fostering transparency and timely resolutions.
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Beyond project work, I contributed to organizational growth by participating in the hiring process for senior
roles, ensuring the selection of top talent aligned with strategic goals.
These contributions reflect my readiness to take on increased responsibilities, showcasing leadership, technical
expertise, and a commitment to driving excellence—qualities that align with the expectations for the next level in
my career.
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