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Danish Ahmed
Staff Engineer
New Delhi,South Delhi
Summary
I build backend systems that stay up when traffic spikes and stay fast as data grows. Over 10+ years — from Assistant Software Engineer to Staff Engineer — I've worked across banking-adjacent, ed-tech, and enterprise platforms, consistently owning the hardest part of the system: the part that has to scale.
My core focus is Java and Spring Boot backend architecture, event-driven systems using Apache Kafka, and cloud-native deployment on AWS with Docker and Kubernetes. I care about the unglamorous work that keeps systems reliable: caching strategy, query optimization, fault tolerance, and designing services that fail gracefully instead of catastrophically.
As a Staff Engineer at Nagarro, I:
• Design and lead microservices architectures for high-throughput, distributed systems
• Build Kafka-based event-driven pipelines that decouple services and improve scalability
• Deploy and manage cloud-native applications on AWS using Docker and Kubernetes
• Own backend modules end-to-end, driving architecture decisions and system design
• Mentor engineers and champion best practices in code quality, scalability, and reliability
Earlier, at Tech Mahindra, Magic EdTech, and Nucleus Software, I built the foundation for this: strong Core Java, OOP, Hibernate/JPA, and REST API fundamentals that still shape how I approach every design decision today.
I'm open to Senior/Staff/Lead Backend Engineer roles — particularly remote or Gulf-based (Saudi Arabia, UAE) opportunities — where I can own architecture decisions for systems at meaningful scale.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Staff Engineer
Nagarro Software Pvt Ltd
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
6 2022 - Current
- Staff-level backend engineer designing and delivering Java/Spring Boot microservices for an enterprise client, with end-to-end ownership of architecture, development, and deployment.
• Design and build scalable microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate, integrated with Kafka for event-driven, decoupled service communication
• Deploy and manage cloud-native services on AWS using Docker and Kubernetes, with Camunda BPM for workflow orchestration
• Drive system design and architecture decisions for high-throughput, distributed backend systems
• Adopt AI-assisted engineering tools (GitHub Copilot) and claude to improve development velocity
• Mentor engineers on code quality, scalability, and system reliability best practices
• Collaborate cross-functionally using Git, JIRA, and Agile delivery practices
Technologies: Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, Apache Kafka, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices, Camunda BPM, REST APIs, Git, JIRA
Java Consultant
MagicEdtech
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Developed high-quality, maintainable code for various business applications, ensuring long-term stability and reliability.
- Delivered exceptional customer support by rapidly resolving reported issues related to Java-based applications.
- Resolved critical issues in existing applications by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Adhered to industry security standards when developing applications, minimizing vulnerabilities and risks for clients.
- Streamlined software development processes by incorporating Agile methodologies and tools.
Senior Java Developer
TechMahindra
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Reviewed code and debugged errors to improve performance.
- Developed high-quality documentation that enabled smooth handovers of projects and facilitated efficient onboarding of new team members.
- Lead code reviews and estimated required changes.
- Reworked applications to meet individual customer demands.
- Worked with business teams to understand needs and address production questions.
- Investigated issues and defects to determine problem root cause and formulate corrective action recommendations.
Java Developer
Nucleus Software Exports Ltd
02.2016 - 09.2019
- Ensured seamless integration of Java-based applications with databases, APIs, and other systems.
- Developed user-friendly interfaces for web applications, improving user experience and satisfaction.
- Reduced software bugs by conducting thorough unit testing and collaborating with QA teams.
- Maintained up-to-date technical expertise through continued education, training sessions, and industry research.
- Increased application stability by resolving critical production issues in a timely manner.
- Investigated issues and defects to determine problem root cause and formulate corrective action recommendations.
Education
Master of Computer Applications -
Uttar Pradesh Technical University
Bachelor of Computer Applications - undefined
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
Skills
Java 17
Spring Boot
Microservices
Kafka
AWS
Hibernate
Mockito
Microservices architecture
API development
Cross-platform development
Version control
Continuous deployment
Continuous integration
Cloud computing
System design
Object-oriented programming
Awards
- Rock Star (Innovation), 09/30/2016
- SPOT Award (Innovation), 09/25/2018
- Special Recognition (Result Orientation), 10/10/2018
- Pat on Back (Innovation), 12/30/2020
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
AWS
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
Urdu
Intermediate (B1)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Interests
Reading
Travelling
Timeline
Java Consultant
MagicEdtech
03.2021 - 05.2022
Senior Java Developer
TechMahindra
09.2019 - 12.2020
Java Developer
Nucleus Software Exports Ltd
02.2016 - 09.2019
Master of Computer Applications -
Uttar Pradesh Technical University
Bachelor of Computer Applications - undefined
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
Staff Engineer
Nagarro Software Pvt Ltd
6 2022 - Current