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Suneel Kumar Elipe - SAP BODS

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Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Relocation: Yes

Visa: H4EAD

Suneel Kumar Elipe Email: [email protected] PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced SAP Architect specializing in SAP Business Objects (BO), SAP Data Services (BODS), and SAP Information Steward. Proven expertise in development, deployment, and administration on Linux and Windows platforms. Skilled in installations, upgrades, migrations, and performance optimization for large-scale environments. Key Skills Operating Systems: - RHEL v7, CentOS v7, Windows 2008/2012, AIX v6 & v7 Tools: -SAP Data Services 4.2/4.3 - SAP BI Platform 4.2/4.3 - SAP HANA Databases: - Oracle, Sybase, DB2, MS SQL Server, SAP HANA PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Cognizant Technology Solutions ROLE: SAP BODS/BO Consultant / Lead Feb 2016 Nov 2024 Responsibilities: 1. Cargill Inc., Minnesota, USA Led a team of 5 members supporting SAP Data Services and SAP Information Steward servers. Installed and configured new BODS servers across multiple SAP landscapes. Upgraded existing BODS/BOIS environments to the latest versions. Optimized Java heap sizes to address memory leaks and improve performance. Configured real-time BODS jobs and adapters for efficient data processing. Implemented clustered systems for high availability and load balancing. Managed incidents and resolved issues within SLA using BMC Remedy. Performed datastore troubleshooting, focusing on Oracle connectivity and SAP RFC configurations. Automated job migrations and code promotions using ATL and central repositories. Provided training sessions for the offshore team to enhance performance and efficiency. 2. Monsanto Company Managed SAP BI 4.2 upgrade project on RedHat Linux servers. Installed adaptive processing services and configured BI services. Built HANA-based procedures and calculation views for data integration. Set up ODBC connections for SQL Server, Sybase, and Oracle on Linux servers. Configured Apache and Tomcat servers for hosting BO web applications. Implemented sequential start scripts to streamline BI platform operations. Built data models for warehouse requirement analysis and LTMC templates. Monitored LTMC upload processes and provided data correction support. Deployed disaster recovery servers and conducted COB tests. Coordinated with functional teams to resolve technical challenges during data loads. 3. Zurich Insurance North America Handled SAP BI platform upgrades and maintenance tasks. Managed user incidents through ServiceNow, ensuring timely resolution. Developed and enhanced existing Business Objects universes and WebI reports. Led offshore teams for SAP S/4 HANA migration projects. Configured security models and resolved environmental errors. Migrated BI content using the Promotion Management Tool and BIAR files. Set up monitoring tools to track system performance and resource utilization. Installed and configured BO environments on RedHat Linux servers. Conducted training sessions for users on new features after upgrades. Implemented backup and disaster recovery plans for high availability. L&T Infotech ROLE: Sr. System Analyst Dec 2013 Feb 2016 CLIENT: Citi Corporation, Florida Responsibilities: Installed and upgraded SAP BODS versions 3.2 to 4.0 on Linux/AIX platforms. Configured WebLogic with SSO authentication using SiteMinder. Managed BO applications and provided on-call support during weekends. Deployed EAR/WAR files on WebLogic servers for load balancing. Resolved user incidents and change requests through the support ticketing system. Conducted regular maintenance tasks, including patch installations and performance tuning. Worked on SAP Data Quality Framework implementation. Coordinated with different teams to resolve infrastructure-related issues. Documented configuration changes and created SOPs for future reference. Provided training and support to end-users on BO applications. Hexaware Technologies ROLE: Sr. Software Engineer Feb 2012 Dec 2013 CLIENT: Citi Corporation, Florida Responsibilities: Installed and configured SAP BI platforms on AIX systems. Developed universes, WebI reports, and managed system security. Migrated SAP BI content and ensured version consistency across environments. Configured WebSphere application servers with SiteMinder for SSO. Handled troubleshooting and performance tuning for BI applications. Conducted root cause analysis for server issues and applied fixes. Managed cluster environments for high availability and load balancing. Implemented system monitoring tools and performance reports. Conducted regular system health checks and audits. Worked closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions. Enteg InfoTech ROLE: Associate Consultant Jul 2010 Feb 2012 Responsibilities: 1. Hero Moto Corp, Gurgaon, India Managed BO environments and optimized system performance. Configured user security and access controls for BI platforms. Migrated universes and reports across different environments. Conducted system audits and troubleshooting. Monitored server performance and applied necessary optimizations. Provided end-user support and resolved application issues. Prepared technical documentation and system diagrams. Worked with business users to understand reporting needs and implement solutions. Conducted training sessions on BO functionalities for new team members. Led upgrade projects from BOE XI 3.1 to BI 4.0. 2. Dexler Information Systems, Bangalore Developed and maintained ETL workflows using SAP BODS. Created data stores, workflows, and transformations. Conducted data validation and quality checks. Implemented change data capture (CDC) for source and target data. Performed debugging and auditing of data flows. Worked on data enrichment processes to improve data quality. Created and optimized custom functions and scripts. Documented ETL processes and created user guides. Provided technical support for data migration projects. Conducted performance tuning for large data volumes. HSBC Global Resourcing IT Infra Engineer / Business Objects Administrator ROLE: SAP Business Objects Technical Support Dec 2009 Jul 2010 Responsibilities: Planned and executed migrations of Business Objects environments to newer versions. Managed user groups, roles, and security settings through Central Management Console (CMC). Configured and optimized Business Objects servers on Windows and Linux platforms. Conducted troubleshooting for server errors, system logs, and performance issues. Set up row-level, object-level, and report-level security to maintain data integrity. Managed the deployment and maintenance of Business Objects web applications (InfoView, CMC). Assisted in the design and testing of universes, ensuring accurate data mapping. Conducted unit testing, system validation, and user acceptance testing (UAT) for BI reports. Monitored CPU utilization and system health to prevent outages. Provided support for scheduled jobs, deployment changes, and incident resolution within SLA. Goldstone Technologies Technical Associate / Business Objects Administrator ROLE: SAP Business Objects Technical Support Nov 2007 Dec 2009 Responsibilities: Installed and configured BO versions 6.5, XIR2, and XI 3.1 on Windows. Managed enterprise security, including user groups and row-level access. Deployed BO web applications using Apache Tomcat and IIS. Resolved enterprise security and user access issues. Configured Windows NTLM authentication for BO users. Conducted system upgrades and patch installations. Monitored server performance and resource usage. Troubleshot application errors and performance bottlenecks. Provided technical support for BO users and developers. Created detailed documentation for system configurations and upgrades. Education Bachelor of Engineering (Information Technology), India 2007 Keywords: business intelligence sfour information technology microsoft