Results-driven software engineer with extensive experience in data engineering, machine learning, and full-stack development
Proven track record of designing and implementing robust, data driven scalable systems such as ETL pipelines, REST APIs, and AI-driven solutions.
Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, external partners, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, secure, and innovative solutions on time.
Proficient in Python, Flask, SQLAlchemy, PostgreSQL, Terraform, AWS, and machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
Skilled in optimizing performance, enhancing security, and driving innovation across a diverse range of projects.
Committed to fostering a seamless user experience, streamlining development processes, and achieving exceptional results through effective communication and agile methodologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering
Reclaim Health
10.2020 - Current
Designed and implemented a robust ETL pipeline using Python and SQLAlchemy that processed over 18 million claims annually, streamlining data integration and improving overall system efficiency.
Developed an innovative statistically assisted trigger system using Flask and PostgreSQL to identify potential savings opportunities on bills, resulting in an average savings of $350 per person for clients.
Actively participated in agile software development processes to produce timely and high-quality deliverables for partners, fostering strong collaboration and communication across teams.
Collaborated with front-end developers to seamlessly integrate back-end services with front-end interfaces, ensuring a consistent and efficient user experience.
Engineered a resilient infrastructure using Terraform and AWS, capable of handling extremely elastic loads during open enrollment periods, maintaining system stability and performance.
Designed and built efficient RESTful APIs using Flask and Python to support more than 1,000 concurrent users, optimizing system performance and scalability to meet growing demand.
Proficiently profiled and optimized critical SQL queries in PostgreSQL, achieving performance gains of up to 100x, and significantly reducing database latency and resource consumption.
Research
RIT
01.2020 - 05.2020
Conducted an in-depth research project on the feasibility of using Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) for Quadratic Residue Detection, working independently under the guidance of a supervising professor.
Executed compute-intensive experiments on a weekly basis, systematically evaluating model performance and gathering critical insights to inform future iterations.
Analyzed the pros and cons of various parameters, continuously refining and enhancing machine learning models to optimize performance and achieve desired outcomes.
Machine Learning Engineer
Entrepreneur First
05.2019 - 10.2019
Selected as a member of the prestigious BA2 Cohort program with an acceptance rate of less than 5%, demonstrating exceptional skills and expertise in advanced analytics and machine learning.
Developed a distributed Speech Analytics software for vernacular languages using transformer networks, with early prototypes adopted by several clients and achieving state-of-the-art performance (NLP, Python, Pytorch, Spacy, Flask, TensorFlow, AWS).
Designed and implemented High Fidelity Steganography for streaming content using novel Resnet-style CNNs, tailored to work with JPEG compression through the use of JPEG-aware models (Python, Flask, Pytorch, OpenCV).
Created a unified framework to efficiently distribute machine learning models as REST APIs, streamlining model deployment and integration (Python, Flask).
Collaborated closely with stakeholders to design and develop efficient development cycles, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions and fostering strong working relationships with clients.
Software Engineer
Beatest
01.2018 - 06.2019
Developed a modern Flask REST API framework to enable efficient development in a performance-intensive workflow, supporting up to 10k real-time users and ensuring seamless system scalability.
Designed and implemented custom secure APIs to interact with over 50 companies using novel asymmetric encryption systems and signed payloads, enhancing data security and integrity.
Built a user-friendly tool for partners to access key metrics in real time, fostering transparency and effective collaboration with external stakeholders.
Collaborated closely with external engineering teams to ensure successful integration, facilitating cross-functional communication and aligning project goals
Successfully delivered large-scale machine learning models as Flask APIs for various freelance projects, demonstrating expertise in efficient model deployment and integration.
Applied novel techniques to mitigate the risk of image leakage, ensuring data security and privacy across diverse projects.
Collaborated closely with stakeholders to monitor progress and ensure timely completion of project milestones, fostering strong working relationships and maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
Software Engineer
Marks++
05.2014 - 05.2015
Developed an innovative Android app that stitches together questions from a question bank to generate realistic question papers with solutions, enabling students to effectively practice for exams.
Integrated supporting tools such as calculators, dictionaries, and cheat sheets within the app to provide a seamless and comprehensive learning experience for users.
Designed and built an internal tool for efficient and secure data entry, streamlining the process of inputting information into the question bank and ensuring data accuracy.
Main skills used: Android Development, Java, AWS
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
Established a significant online presence through Stack Overflow, reaching over 1 million people with valuable contributions to the developer community.
Authored a popular technical blog with over 1 million views, showcasing expertise in software development, data engineering, and machine learning, while providing useful insights and resources to readers.
Developed numerous open-source projects on GitHub with more than 1500 stars, demonstrating a commitment to knowledge sharing, collaboration, and the ongoing development of innovative solutions within the tech community.
Achieved Private Pilot certification, demonstrating strong commitment to personal growth, discipline, and a passion for aviation. This accomplishment highlights a keen ability to manage complex tasks, maintain composure under pressure, and adhere to strict safety standards.