Akshay Gautam

Experience

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  G4S IT Services india

  Feb 2017 - Mar 2019

  Associate systems developer

  At G4S IT Services, I played a pivotal role in developing innovative solutions and enhancing customer experiences.🔧 Customer And Contracts:As part of the Microservice team in the Javelin product, I coded multiple APIs and frontend views following the architects' and product team's designs. Collaborating on cross-service frontend integration, we achieved seamless functionality. The tech stack included Spring Boot, AngularJS, MySQL, Google Cloud Platform, and Jenkins.💼 Customer Portal:In a collaborative effort with a team of 3, I programmed the frontend in Angular 4 for the Customer Portal. This feature empowered customers to efficiently track their expenses and optimize resource planning, leading to increased customer involvement and satisfaction. Consequently, the organization witnessed improved profits. The tech stack utilized comprised Spring Boot, AngularJS, and MongoDB.Passionate about driving technology-driven solutions, I thrived in a dynamic environment that encouraged innovation and teamwork. I look forward to exploring new opportunities to contribute my expertise and grow as a software developer. Show less

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  FarEye

  Apr 2019 - Aug 2021

  At FarEye, I had the privilege of contributing to cutting-edge projects that reshaped the tech landscape and delivered exceptional results.🔧 FarEye Mobi:As part of a dynamic team, I worked on the legacy monolith, introducing critical bug fixes and refactoring messy segments. Leveraging AngularJS, ReactJS, Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, Redis, Elasticsearch, and AWS, we optimized the performance and enhanced user experience.📊 FarEye Reports and Insights:Collaborating with a talented duo, I developed a microservice that alleviated the monolith's load by 10% and resolved a critical bottleneck in report generation from old data. Embracing ReactJS, Spring Boot, RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch, AWS Cloud, Redshift DB, PostgreSQL, AngularJS, JWT, and Metabase, we ensured efficient data analysis.🔌 FarEye Connector:Solo, I designed and coded a microservice to reduce the monolith's load by 15% and boot time by 1 minute. Acting as Posthook or Connector, this service employed Spring Boot, Spring Kafka, PostgreSQL, Redis, Docker, and GitHub Action for seamless integration.🔍 FarEye Loupe:In a collaborative effort with a skilled team of 4, we crafted a comprehensive search engine empowered by a community QNA system during FarEye's December 2020 Hackathon. The solution facilitated quick access to required information for employees. Utilizing Spring Boot, ReactJS, Elasticsearch, Jira, Confluence, and Freshdesk, we delivered an efficient knowledge-sharing platform.Thriving in an environment that fostered innovation and teamwork, I am eager to embark on new challenges and continue my journey of impactful software development. Show less

  • Software Development Engineer 2

    Oct 2020 - Aug 2021

  • Software Development Engineer

    Apr 2019 - Sept 2020
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  Microsoft

  Aug 2021 - now

  Software engineer 2

  Project: 1CDN Implementation & Word Online Optimization💡 1CDN Project Overview:I led the development and implementation of 1CDN, an innovative Content Delivery Network solution aimed at revolutionizing CDN services across our suite of office applications.🚀 Technical Implementation:Utilizing a diverse tech stack, I developed PowerShell scripts to manage static content efficiently over CDNs and Blob storages. Introduced a Unified URL pattern and a background CDN provider switch to enhance flexibility and performance.🌟 Collaborative Innovation:Fostered collaboration with cross-functional teams, driving success through brainstorming sessions and design discussions.💡 Word Online Optimization:Transitioned to the Word team post-1CDN deployment to optimize the Word online app.🚀 Boot Performance Optimization:Led efforts to optimize boot process, resulting in a 300ms reduction in boot time by leveraging 1CDN capabilities.🔧 Static Ribbon Feature Introduction:Developed backend of Static Ribbon feature in an extensible manner, allowing other office apps to onboard with method calls. Expected to save 1-2 seconds on UI Time To Visual Ready (TTVR) for Word boot.🌟 Collaborative Innovation:Continued fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the team. Show less

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  Scaler

  Apr 2022 - now

  Student Mentor

  As a dedicated Student Mentor at Scaler, I am passionate about guiding and empowering aspiring learners in their journey to achieve their full potential. Leveraging my expertise and industry insights, I provide personalized mentorship, fostering growth and excellence in the fields of technology and beyond. Additionally, I extend my mentorship services as a freelance professional, engaging with diverse learners to inspire and drive success. Together, we conquer challenges and unlock new opportunities for a brighter future Show less