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Roja Balakrishnan

Leander,TX

Summary

Dynamic Full Stack Software Engineer with over five years of comprehensive experience in software development. I specialize in bridging front-end and back-end development to create seamless, scalable software solutions. Known for driving innovations in Cisco+ Secure Connect and elevating Zoho Forms, I demonstrate robust proficiency in Java, Ruby on Rails, React, and cloud technologies. I excel in agile environments, combining sharp analytical skills with a passion for technology to deliver projects that consistently exceed expectations. As a collaborative team player and problem-solver, I am committed to continuous learning and achieving excellence in software engineering.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Full Stack Web Developer

Cisco Meraki
San Francisco, United States
02.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced Cisco+ Secure Connect with PostgreSQL and AWS, significantly improving user onboarding and VPN management
  • Developed robust features with Java and React+Redux, boosting user engagement through improved user experiences
  • Achieved comprehensive code coverage using Cypress and Jest, markedly reducing production issues and enhancing software reliability
  • Built a high-availability system supporting thousands of concurrent users, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance
  • Optimized PostgreSQL queries, leading to noticeable system performance improvements
  • Integrated Docker to streamline development to production workflows, enhancing deployment efficiency
  • Implemented Agile practices via Jira, accelerating project delivery and fostering team productivity.

Full stack web developer

Zoho Corp pvt ltd
Chennai, India
05.2017 - 10.2019
  • As a Full-stack developer, I implemented significant improvements to Zoho Forms, using a diverse tech stack including JavaScript, jQuery, Ajax, Java, and PostgreSQL to develop new functionalities that enriched user interaction and form customization capabilities
  • Developed a RESTful API, serving as the backbone for Zoho Forms, significantly enhancing scalability and reducing latency, thereby optimizing form processing and data management
  • Created a modular, single-page application for Zoho Forms, applying responsive design principles for a seamless user experience across devices, leading to increased user satisfaction and engagement
  • Engineered a comprehensive full-stack solution for Zoho Forms, encompassing back-end services, front-end interface, and database integration, leveraging Java, React, TypeScript, and various web technologies
  • This approach improved the platform's functionality and adaptability to evolving business needs.

Education

Masters in Computer Science -

California State University
Hayward, CA
12.2021

B.Tech in Information Science -

Anna University
Coimbatore
06.2017

Skills

  • Java
  • Ruby
  • Python
  • PostgreSQL
  • JavaScript
  • React
  • TypeScript
  • Redux
  • JQuery
  • HTML & CSS
  • Git
  • Docker
  • C
  • MySQL
  • Agile Methodology
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Cloud Computing
  • Application Programming
  • Interface (API)
  • Agile Software Development
  • SQL (Programming Language)
  • Docker (Software)
  • Linux

Timeline

Full Stack Web Developer

Cisco Meraki
02.2022 - Current

Full stack web developer

Zoho Corp pvt ltd
05.2017 - 10.2019

Masters in Computer Science -

California State University

B.Tech in Information Science -

Anna University
Roja Balakrishnan