Sonu Sarah Philip

Senior Software Engineer · ASP.NET Core · C# · Python · SQL · AWS · CI/CD · DevOps · Data Analytics · REST APIs · Agile/Scrum · M.S. Computer Science · 8+ Years Experience

📍 Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

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Professional Summary

Senior Software Engineer with 8+ years of experience designing, developing, and optimizing cloud-enabled applications using ASP.NET Core, C#, .NET Framework, Azure, AWS, and SQL. Strong background in SDLC, Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps best practices.

Experienced in developing UI-driven desktop solutions, implementing automation workflows, and integrating data analytics using Python and Power BI. Skilled in system design, distributed systems, API integrations, performance optimization, integration testing, technical documentation, and secure cloud deployments.

Top Skills

ASP.NET Core & C#

Cloud-native app development, RESTful APIs, scalable high-availability systems

Python & Power BI

Data analytics, interactive dashboards, automation workflows

AWS & Azure

EC2, RDS, cloud deployments, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps

SQL & REST APIs

Microsoft SQL Server, query optimization, API integrations

UiPath & Oracle Unifier

RPA workflow automation, enterprise ERP configuration

Git & DevOps

Version control, Agile/Scrum, integration testing, technical documentation

Certifications & Honors

Microsoft Certified

Azure AI Fundamentals (AI-900)

Validated expertise in cloud-based AI services and Azure AI capabilities.


Oracle Certified Professional

Java SE 6 Programmer

Professional certification demonstrating Java programming proficiency.

🏆 Academic Honor

Elected to the Delta Epsilon Iota Honor Society for academic excellence at the University of California, Riverside.


Full Skill Stack

ASP.NET Core, C#, Python, SQL Server, AWS, REST APIs, HTML, CSS, Power BI, DevExpress, Git, Tortoise SVN, Visual Studio, Oracle Unifier, UiPath

Petrofac · Sep 2025 – Dec 2025

Automation Analyst

Sharjah, UAE · 4 months

Workflow Automation

Designed and implemented automation solutions using UiPath (RPA) and Oracle Primavera Unifier to streamline enterprise business processes.

System Configuration

Configured Business Process forms, data structures, and workflows in Unifier. Completed structured training via UiPath Academy and Oracle Learning.

Process Analysis & Compliance

Performed BRD/FDD documentation, business process analysis, and a Unifier license usage audit — improving compliance, accuracy, and cost control. Supported Interface Management for ADNOC.

Petrofac · 2023–2024

Cybersecurity & Data Science Roles

🔐 Cyber Security Analyst

Feb 2024 – Apr 2024 · Sharjah

  • Audited Azure/AWS cloud environments, identified vulnerabilities, and enforced security controls and compliance standards
  • Used security monitoring and incident response tools to detect, analyze, and mitigate threats per regulatory frameworks

📊 Data Science Analyst

Jun 2023 – Sep 2023 · Sharjah

  • Analyzed large datasets using Python to uncover trends, detect performance issues, and deliver actionable insights
  • Designed interactive dashboards with slicers, filters, and drill-down capabilities to improve stakeholder decision-making
The Toro Company · Jun 2016 – Mar 2023

Software Engineer III

California, United States · 6 years 10 months

Precision Agriculture

Analyzed environmental datasets — evapotranspiration, solar radiation, soil moisture, temperature, salinity — to improve water conservation and crop performance at client sites.

Cloud-Native Development

Designed RESTful APIs and applications using ASP.NET Core and C#, deployed on Azure and AWS (EC2, RDS), supporting scalable, high-availability systems.

Performance & DevOps

Improved system performance through code refactoring, database query optimization, and load testing. Implemented CI/CD pipelines and Git workflows. Participated in Agile/Scrum ceremonies.

Early Career Experience

1

Microsoft · Dubai

Jun – Jul 2012
Diagnosed hardware, software, and network issues; participated in customer briefings and IT workshops at the Microsoft Technology Center.

2

IIT Bombay · India

Jun – Jul 2013
Developed "Attachment for Aadhaar Authentication on Aakash Tablet," implementing image processing in MATLAB to enhance fingerprint accuracy.

3

UC Riverside · California

Jan – Mar 2016
Graduate Research Assistant: researched mobile health apps using iPhone sensors and external medical devices; performed data collection, cleaning, and statistical analysis.

Education

🎓 Master's Degree

Computer Science
University of California, Riverside
2014 – 2016

Graduate Research Assistant focusing on mobile health applications and digital health innovation.

Elected to the Delta Epsilon Iota Honor Society for academic excellence.

🎓 Bachelor's Degree

Computer Science / BTech
National Institute of Technology Calicut
2010 – 2014


8+

Years Experience

Across software engineering, data, and automation

Let's Connect

Open to senior software engineering, cloud, and automation opportunities. Available in Sharjah, UAE.

📍 Location

Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

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