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Abhishek Srivastava

Abhishek Srivastava

Gurugram

Summary

A seasoned Software Engineer with over 14 years of experience in backend development, Android applications, DevOps, and blockchain technologies. I am known for my ability to solve complex problems through innovative and efficient code, with a strong track record of leading teams and delivering high-quality software products. My experience spans from scaling robust software systems to entrepreneurial ventures, where I have successfully driven product development from concept to launch. My passion for technology and human psychology drives my commitment to continuous learning and mentoring others in the field.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder at Fintech Startup

Gurugram
07.2023 - Current
  • Led the development of a fintech product, coding the core components and integrating advanced credit scoring models
  • Managed a small, focused team of engineers, balancing technical leadership with hands-on coding
  • Collaborated with industry stakeholders to align product development with market needs.

SDE III at Expedia

Gurugram
12.2019 - 06.2023
  • Developed and maintained backend services for Expedia's post-booking flows, including air changes and cancellations
  • Played a key role in scaling and optimizing the backend infrastructure, ensuring robust and reliable software performance
  • Implemented REST APIs using Go-lang and deployed services via Terraform on AWS
  • Mentored junior engineers and contributed to key architectural decisions to enhance system performance and reliability.

Head of Engineering at Skeps.com

Gurugram
05.2018 - 06.2019
  • Architected backend systems using Spring Boot, integrating with a private blockchain network
  • Led a team in developing fintech solutions, balancing hands-on coding with project management
  • Ensured project delivery aligned with business goals through strategic planning and technical leadership.

Founder at Crypto Exchange (Novachain)

Noida
10.2017 - 04.2018
  • Designed and developed a cryptocurrency trading platform with an HD wallet at its core
  • Led the development of an Android app and integrated server-side cryptocurrency functionalities
  • Conducted market research and secured investments to support product development.

Senior Associate at Sapient Nitro

Noida
03.2017 - 09.2017
  • Worked on both backend and Android development, focusing primarily on backend services (70%) while also contributing to Android features (30%)
  • Led the development of scalable backend services, implementing RESTful APIs and integrating them with front-end applications for e-commerce platforms like BedbathAndBeyond and BuyBuybaby.

Senior Software Engineer at Foodpanda

Gurugram
04.2016 - 09.2016
  • Led Java backend development and managed DevOps activities, including CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins
  • Implemented Docker for containerization and maintained comprehensive server monitoring tools.

Senior Software Developer at 1MG

Gurugram
06.2015 - 03.2016
  • Balanced backend development (70%) with Android development (30%), focusing on building and scaling robust REST APIs to support the 1MG Android application
  • Enhanced the backend infrastructure to handle high traffic, integrating offline syncing and automated notifications
  • Led a team in optimizing server-side code to improve performance and reliability, supporting over 5 million users.

Senior Software Developer at Blinkit (Formerly Grofers)

Gurugram
10.2014 - 05.2015
  • Focused on backend development (70%) while contributing to the Android app (30%), spearheading the development of Grofers' backend systems and transitioning the codebase from Java to Python
  • Worked on backend optimization, ensuring the system could scale efficiently with user growth
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the backend architecture aligned with business requirements and supported the app's functionality.

Staff Engineer at Extensio Software

Bengaluru
10.2012 - 09.2014
  • Key contributor to the development of Extensio AppBuilder 5.0, enabling non-developers to create production-ready applications
  • Developed backend logic for automatic code generation for Android, iOS, and web applications based on user input.

Software Engineer at Raja Software Labs

Pune
09.2010 - 09.2012
  • Part of the Android team that developed production-ready apps for major clients, including Verizon, WIMM, and Plastic Logic.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E. (Hons)) -

BITS Pilani
Goa
06-2010

XII -

CBSE
05-2005

X -

CBSE
06-2003

Skills

Technical Skills:

Programming Languages: Java, Python, Go-lang, Kotlin

Development Areas: Backend, Android, Blockchain, DevOps

Databases: SQL, NoSQL

Cloud Platforms: AWS, GCP

Tools & Frameworks: Spring Boot, Terraform, Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Golang Gin Framework, GraphQL

Blockchain Technologies: Ethereum, Smart Contracts, Web3J, Truffle

Leadership & Strategy:

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Strategic Planning & Vision

Project & Resource Management

Code Reviews & Best Practices

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Affiliations

Active contributor to various Stack Exchange communities

  • [Stack Overflow](https://stackoverflow.com/users/3483824/bitsabhi)
  • [Physics Stack Exchange](https://physics.stackexchange.com/users/314028/bitsabhi)
  • [Ethereum Stack Exchange](https://ethereum.stackexchange.com/users/29525/bitsabhi)
  • [Bitcoin Stack Exchange](https://bitcoin.stackexchange.com/users/73827/bitsabhi)

Interests

Enthusiastic about space tech, quantum physics, and general relativity, which inspire my innovative approach to coding and system design.

Timeline

Founder at Fintech Startup

07.2023 - Current

SDE III at Expedia

12.2019 - 06.2023

Head of Engineering at Skeps.com

05.2018 - 06.2019

Founder at Crypto Exchange (Novachain)

10.2017 - 04.2018

Senior Associate at Sapient Nitro

03.2017 - 09.2017

Senior Software Engineer at Foodpanda

04.2016 - 09.2016

Senior Software Developer at 1MG

06.2015 - 03.2016

Senior Software Developer at Blinkit (Formerly Grofers)

10.2014 - 05.2015

Staff Engineer at Extensio Software

10.2012 - 09.2014

Software Engineer at Raja Software Labs

09.2010 - 09.2012

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E. (Hons)) -

BITS Pilani

XII -

CBSE

X -

CBSE

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