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KOTA ASHER VINU

Bengaluru

Summary

Senior Android Developer with over 8 years of experience in creating and optimizing high-performance mobile applications. Expertise in Kotlin, Java, Jetpack libraries, and architectural patterns such as MVVM and Clean Architecture. Proven track record in leading teams, implementing features, and enhancing application performance across various industries. Recognized for innovative problem-solving and delivering projects within deadlines.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Software Engineer

SwiftWIN Solutions Inc (Torrid)
04.2022 - Current
  • Owned end-to-end delivery of major functional modules, collaborating with cross-functional teams for seamless rollout.
  • Migrated entire network layer from Volley to Retrofit, improving modularity and performance.
  • Architected scalable MVVM architecture using ViewModel, LiveData, Coroutines, and StateFlow.
  • Led efforts in code modularization and integrated Dagger Hilt for scalable dependency injection.
  • Led architectural reviews and participated in sprint planning with cross-functional teams.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders across product, design, and QA to align on delivery goals.
  • Implemented Android development best practices, improving code stability and maintainability.

Android Developer

WalfinTech Pvt Ltd (Defy – YC S21)
Bengaluru
06.2021 - 02.2022
  • Built and launched a crypto trading mobile app with 10K+ users.
  • Designed Clean Architecture-based modular codebase using Kotlin, Coroutines, and Retrofit.
  • Integrated RESTful APIs, Firebase Analytics, and Crashlytics for real-time insights.
  • Participated in Agile ceremonies and collaborated with product and engineering teams.
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Fastlane to automate builds and deployments.
  • Wrote unit and UI tests using JUnit, Espresso, and Mockito for code quality and release confidence.

Android Developer

WalfinTech Pvt Ltd (Walrus – YC S21)
Bengaluru
11.2019 - 06.2021
  • Developed Walrus, a neo-banking app for Gen Z (500K+ downloads) using Kotlin and MVVM.
  • Built features using Jetpack libraries, Retrofit, Room, and Firebase (FCM, Analytics).
  • Optimized performance using LeakCanary, StrictMode, and memory profiling tools.
  • Managed agile releases and collaborated across UI/UX, backend, and QA teams.

Android Developer

Prevue Logic Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Delivered and maintained multiple Android apps using MVP/MVVM patterns:
  • Nikola: Ride-hailing platform
  • Coffee Drop: Real-time beverage delivery
  • Enjoy Apps: Multi-service super app
  • Raspberry: IoT pollution monitoring
  • Prai: Taxi booking with WebSocket-based live tracking
  • Worked extensively with Google Maps SDK and related APIs (Directions, Places, Geocoding, Fused Location) for live location tracking, routing, and navigation.
  • Implemented WebSocket-based communication for real-time driver tracking and updates.
  • Contributed to scalable architecture and modular feature delivery.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to build performant, user-centric mobile apps.

Education

B.Tech - Information Technology

RGCET, Pondicherry University
Pondicherry
05.2015

Skills

  • Languages and frameworks: Kotlin, Java, Jetpack (ViewModel, LiveData, Navigation, Room), Retrofit, Dagger-Hilt
  • Architectures and patterns: MVVM, clean architecture, SOLID principles, modularization, dependency injection
  • Tooling and DevOps: Git, GitHub Actions, Fastlane, Firebase (FCM, Analytics, Crashlytics), CI/CD, Jira
  • Unit testing: JUnit, Espresso, Mockito
  • Processes: Agile/Scrum, sprint planning, code reviews, release management
  • soft skills: team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement
  • Specialized: performance optimization, API integration, IoT (Internet of Things)

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Best performing employee in SwiftWIN Solutions Inc.

Timeline

Senior Software Engineer

SwiftWIN Solutions Inc (Torrid)
04.2022 - Current

Android Developer

WalfinTech Pvt Ltd (Defy – YC S21)
06.2021 - 02.2022

Android Developer

WalfinTech Pvt Ltd (Walrus – YC S21)
11.2019 - 06.2021

Android Developer

Prevue Logic Pvt Ltd
06.2016 - 10.2019

B.Tech - Information Technology

RGCET, Pondicherry University

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