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Anusha Kakarla

Lead Software Engineer
Hyderabad

Summary

Founding Engineer experienced in building strong early teams and meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality. Proven track record of improving and rebuilding systems and implementing innovative solutions to complex problems. Expertise in analyzing and implementing performance improvement strategies and seamlessly incorporating third-party libraries. Skilled in leadership, guiding and motivating teams, while also thriving as an independent player.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Lead Software Engineer

Payfederate India Private Limited
08.2024 - Current
  • Contributed as a Full Stack Developer in the development of a compensation management product aimed at ensuring fair pay and equity within organizations.
  • Implemented various UI components using Angular, ensuring seamless functionality and reducing future maintenance efforts, while supporting the product's goal of transparent compensation strategies.
  • Developed backend microservices using Amazon Web Services, Document DB, Java and Spring Boot to automate compensation processes and improve efficiency.
  • Integrated third-party libraries to enhance product functionality, particularly in job pricing, salary range management, and offer generation, streamlining compensation tasks.
  • Contributed to the platform’s secure, data-driven compensation solutions, helping clients manage compensation with real-time data analysis and AI insights.
  • Ensured scalability and security of the product, maintaining compliance with industry standards and best practices, addressing the need for secure and transparent compensation data.

Senior Software Engineer

AMPS Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd
Hyderabad
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Developed backend applications using Java and Spring Boot Framework with Microservices architecture, processing over 10,000 claims per day, ensuring high efficiency and scalability for healthcare claims management.
  • Designed and developed the web application using React to manage claim processing practices, reducing manual intervention and automating key workflows, ultimately speeding up the claim approval process and improving overall efficiency.
  • Led the software development initiative as the subject matter expert and primary point-of-contact, collaborating with project managers, developers, quality assurance teams, and end users to resolve complex technical issues.
  • Mentored junior developers, fostering professional growth and enhancing overall team productivity by encouraging best practices and efficient workflows.
  • Conducted comprehensive code reviews and troubleshooting, identifying bugs and weaknesses to improve code quality and system reliability.
  • Worked with software development and testing teams to design and develop robust solutions that met end user requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance, ensuring seamless integration across systems.
  • Reviewed project specifications and designed innovative technology solutions that met or exceeded performance expectations, enhancing both system functionality and user experience.
  • Developed a robust, scalable, modular, and API-centric infrastructure, allowing for seamless integration and future-proofing of the system.
  • Integrated third-party tools like Dropbox and OneDrive into the application to streamline document storage and retrieval processes.
  • The product significantly improves healthcare claim processing, reducing human errors and delays, while providing a more streamlined, automated solution for handling claims.
  • Promoted experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and Microsoft Azure, leveraging these technologies for containerization, cloud scalability, and efficient deployment pipelines, ensuring consistent and rapid application deployment.

Software Engineer

Ibase IT Solutions
Hyderabad
08.2018 - 05.2021
  • Developed Web based applications using Java, Angular and React JS
  • Implemented scheduled jobs to fetch over 1000's of product data and interacted with other applications using API
  • Coordinated with onsite team in application design, development, issue root cause analysis and bug fixing
  • Managed product releases/rollouts in live environments
  • Reviewed project specifications and designed technology solutions that met or exceeded performance expectations
  • Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality
  • Maintained existing software systems by identifying and correcting software defects
  • Worked with developers to identify and remove software bugs
  • Partnered with team members to learn best practices in software design
  • Shadowed team members to learn new tasks and how to appropriately handle technical issues
  • Handled scripting tasks for debugging and automation
  • Brainstormed with engineering team to determine appropriate code testing processes
  • Built databases and table structures for web applications

Intern

Tata Consultancy Services
Hyderabad
01.2018 - 07.2018
  • Developing and training a model using Python and Machine Learning algorithms
  • Creating scripts, that use the trained model to make predictions on the input data
  • Enhancing the model efficiency by standardizing the input data and output predictions
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members
  • Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge

Education

Master of Science - Computer Science

University College of Engineering
Kakinada, India
01.2016 - 01.2018

Skills

  • Java

  • Angular

  • React

  • Application Design

  • Idea development and brainstorming

  • Technical leadership

  • Complex Problem-solving

  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Lead Software Engineer

Payfederate India Private Limited
08.2024 - Current

Senior Software Engineer

AMPS Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd
06.2021 - 07.2024

Software Engineer

Ibase IT Solutions
08.2018 - 05.2021

Intern

Tata Consultancy Services
01.2018 - 07.2018

Master of Science - Computer Science

University College of Engineering
01.2016 - 01.2018
Anusha KakarlaLead Software Engineer