Organized and dependable CS graduate student successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet desired goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Manager
Unbox BLR
10.2023 - 07.2024
Stakeholder Coordination: Managed seven small live music events, working closely with artists, sound engineers, light engineers, and venue staff.
Logistics and Hospitality: Handled logistics, hospitality, and technical challenges, ensuring smooth execution of events.
Event Promotion: Promoted events through social media and community outreach, leading to good turnouts.
Software Engineer 2
Microsoft
11.2021 - 08.2024
Event Management: Organized and managed three large-scale events for 150-200 participants, including logistics, scheduling, and communication.
Event Host: Regularly organized trivia and fun game nights involving music, movies, and pop culture for my team and org.
On-Call Expertise: Managed critical on-call scenarios in the Azure SQL DB team, communicating effectively with customers, engineers, and leadership to resolve database issues and outages.
Mentorship: Mentored interns and new hires, facilitating their onboarding and ensuring their success in the team.
Communication: Drafted and distributed event-related communications, including emails, reminders, and logistical details.
Software Engineer
Akamai Technologies
07.2019 - 10.2021
Team Engagement: Hosted and coordinated virtual fun events, ensuring high participation and engagement across the team. Developed content that fostered a sense of community and inclusivity, ensuring everyone felt involved and valued.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Wisconsin-Madison
05.2026
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
RV College of Engineering
Bengaluru, India
06.2019
Skills
Leadership: Demonstrated through organizing and managing large-scale events at Microsoft, mentoring interns and new hires, and taking an active role in campus engagement and event hosting
Organizational Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, including logistics, scheduling, and communication for events, as well as handling the intricacies of live music event management
Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, as shown by effective communication during on-call situations at Microsoft, drafting event-related communications, and creating inclusive content that fosters team engagement
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in essential tools like PowerPoint, Excel, and programming, enabling effective execution of tasks and projects
Event Management: Experience in planning, organizing, and promoting various types of events, both virtual and in-person, demonstrating a thorough understanding of event logistics and audience engagement
Presentation Skills: Skilled in delivering presentations and facilitating discussions, making complex information accessible and engaging to diverse groups