CONTACT

ashishad14@gmail.com

@ashish-ad

@Ashish14Pradhan

LinkedIn

EDUCATION

Electronics Engineering

Vidyalankar Institute of Technology, Mumbai

2017-2021

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics & Bio-Tech

Kendriya Vidyalaya No.2, Colaba, Mumbai

2011-2017

ABOUT

As a seasoned backend engineer with 3.5 years of experience in the startup environment, I have successfully developed a highly scalable system, optimising API response times through enhanced API flow. My diverse background in various technologies equips me with innovative solutions to address significant challenges. While continuously learning and staying updated on emerging technologies, I maintain a focus on implementing cutting-edge ideas while adhering to business logic and requirements to drive optimal outcomes.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, Python, C++, Go-Lang
Frameworks: NodeJS, ExpressJS, AWS CDK, GraphQL
Libraries: Mongoose, Sequelize, PassportJS, MulterJS, MorganJS, WinstonJS, Log4JS, NextJS, ReactJS
Additional Libraries: OpenCV, NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib, STL in C++
Developer Tools: Git, Linux, Docker, Jupyter Lab, Google Collab, VS Code, Grafana, GitHub Action, GitLab, Jenkins, AWS CDK
Database Programs: MongoDB, MySQL, MySQL lite, Redis
Others: MLab, Firebase, AWS (SES, EC2, CloudWatch, ECS, S3, Route 53, RDS, RabbitMq), Figma, Whimsical

WORK EXPERIENCE


Software Engineer - (Backend Heavy) Fullstack

TailNode | OCT 2023 - Current

Contributed to both front-end and back-end development, with a focus on enhancing backend performance and creating efficient database interactions.

  • Developed and deployed a RESTful API using Django, improving response time by 20%.
  • Implemented a data access layer using SQLAlchemy for efficient database interaction, reducing query times and improving data access.
  • Built interactive user interfaces with React and Redux, ensuring seamless state management and enhancing user experience.
  • Designed and integrated an end-to-end feedback feature for dynamic survey responses, streamlining feedback collection.
  • Managed production issues with FastAPI, ensuring smooth operations, including independently resolving critical issues.
  • Developed high-performance APIs for Next.js using Prisma ORM, optimizing queries for sub-700 ms response times.
  • Built secure login systems with OTP verification in FastAPI, implementing single-user, single-device authentication.
  • Optimized background APIs for large file uploads and validation, integrating with AWS S3 for efficient data management.
  • Developed serverless architecture using AWS CDK, implementing APIs on AWS Lambda with infrastructure as code.

Software Engineer - Backend

Buzz Sports Private Limited | SEP 2022 - OCT 2023

Led development efforts for SportsBuzz and SportsBuzz11, focusing on live score and league microservices, database optimization, and improving system scalability and performance.

  • Developed and optimized the live score and league microservices, reducing response times significantly and enhancing user experience.
  • Collaborated on microservices architecture redesign for SportsBuzz11, ensuring scalability and reliability using TypeScript and RabbitMQ.
  • Worked closely with DevOps on AWS infrastructure and optimized database performance through MongoDB workshops.

Software Engineer - Backend

TidalWave Technologies | JUN 2022 - SEP 2022

Developed backend features for SportsBuzz, focusing on API integration and real-time bug fixing during live events.

  • Utilized Node.js, Express.js, and Axios to develop backend features.
  • Integrated AccuWeather API for venue weather data during cricket matches.
  • Performed live bug fixing during live cricket matches.

Engineering Intern

Hofars (Energy and Tech Startup) | JUN 2022 - SEP 2022

Led the backend team for the Recruitment Management System (RMS) module and handled team management and technical interviews.

  • Integrated authentication, authorization, and input validation for the software using Node.js and AWS SES.
  • Managed a team of 5 and conducted technical interviews for the development team.
  • Designed 2 website layouts in Figma.

Web Development Intern

Verzeo | MAY 2021 - JUN 2021

Designed and developed a school management system with a role-based login and logout system.

  • Developed the backend using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB, connecting to cloud-based databases.
  • Implemented routing, input validation using JOI library, and MongoDB data validation with Mongoose.
  • Developed the frontend using React.

Machine Learning Intern

Oyesters Training | MAY 2020 - JUN 2020

Worked on various machine learning projects and gained experience in writing blogs and prototyping ML projects.

  • Completed 40 mini projects on various machine learning algorithms.
  • Gained experience with PyTorch and TensorFlow frameworks.
  • Developed 2 projects on the MNIST handwritten dataset.