KUNAL ARUN GOLE
THANE
Summary
Senior Associate with proven expertise in Python (Django, FastAPI) and PHP frameworks (Laravel, WordPress, Drupal, CodeIgniter). Skilled in developing scalable APIs, web services (REST/SOAP), and secure payment integrations, with strong database experience in MySQL and MS-SQL. Proficient in Machine Learning, NLP, and OCR technologies, implementing solutions with Hugging Face, Pandas, SpaCy, and OCR engines such as Mistral, PaddleOCR, EasyOCR, Tesseract, and Azure Cognitive Services. Adept in Agile/Scrum practices and DevOps tools (Jira, Git, Azure DevOps), with a track record of delivering innovative, high-quality, and business-driven software solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Associate (Team Lead)
BDO India Pvt .Ltd.
08.2022 - Current
- Implemented multiple OCR engines (Mistral, PaddleOCR, EasyOCR, Tesseract, Azure Cognitive Services) within Django and FastAPI projects to meet diverse client requirements.
- Integrated Hugging Face transformer models for NLP-based automation, fine-tuning models for domain-specific use cases.
- Designed and executed custom model training pipelines, leveraging Pandas, Transformers, and Plumber libraries for data processing, experimentation, and deployment.
- Developed and maintained third-party API services using Python (FastAPI Framework), Angular, MySQL, and PHP (Laravel Framework).
- Oversaw team activities in alignment with Scrum methodology and Azure DevOps standards.
- Managed UAT and SIT environments, ensuring smooth release management and operational stability.
- Trained junior associates in procedures, policies, and strategies for project delivery success.
- Led data collection, visualization, and reporting for projects of varying scales using Python, Pandas, and visualization libraries.
- Facilitated client meetings to discuss project strategies, progress, and expected outcomes, ensuring transparency and alignment.
- Directed PHP-to-Python migration projects, optimizing performance and modernizing application stacks.
- Conducted API testing using Swagger and Postman, validating functionality, stability, and robustness.
- Created automated reporting flows in Python while optimizing SQL queries for improved performance.
- Key Projects
- TDS Catch - Income Solution: Automated tax determination and reconciliation with multi-source data integration.
- TCS Determination and Reconciliation: Streamlined compliance workflows with advanced reporting and OCR-based document processing.
Senior Software Engineer
e.Soft Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 07.2022
- Created and structured website layouts to improve navigation and user experience.
- Developed custom plugins and themes tailored to business and client requirements.
- Managed and resolved live bugs and functionality issues to ensure smooth operations.
- Enhanced website visibility and ranking by handling SEO optimization tasks.
- Projects: www.esoftech.com (corporate website with SEO improvements), Migrate.esoftech.com (migration microsite), b4h (dashboard & API for data management).
- Skills Used: OOP concepts, PHP (WordPress, Drupal, Laravel), MySQL, JavaScript, XML, HTML, SEO activities
Senior PHP Developer
SOTC TOURS Pvt. Ltd.
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Acquired expertise across the full SDLC spectrum.
- Building rich PHP websites using PHP based frameworks like Wordpress (Creation of custom plugins and themes) and Codeigniter with database integration using MySql (experience in writing SQL queries)
- Validated work deliverables during the development phase.
- Conducted deployment and verified code flow in both local (UAT) and production environments.
- Created responsive user interface components utilizing jQuery, JavaScript, HTML, CSS and various libraries.
- Handled technical aspects and project management for Payment Gateway.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing Web APIs and managing web services.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
- Projects: www.sotctours.com, nri.thomascook.in, perfectmoments.sotc.in, dubai.sotc.in, oman.sotc.in, Switzerland.sotc.in, col.thomascook.in, blog.sotc.in, internal MICE application
- Skills used: Web development experience using OOP, PHP (WordPress and CodeIgniter), MySQL, JavaScript, XML, and HTML
Web Application Developer (PHP)
Tikona Digital Networks Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 04.2017
- Implemented solutions with Core PHP and SQL Server 2008.
- Real time experience in Web application development, Troubleshooting issues related to the application, writing Sql queries (data solutions)
- Executed fundamental design and improvement of User Interfaces utilizing HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
- Developed and maintained responsive website designs, improving user experience across various devices.
- Completed website backup and disaster recovery planning daily, reducing data hack or loss risks.
- Developed graphics for site pages following branding guidelines and best practices.
- Partnered with technical teams to align designs with hosting and site performance capabilities.
- Projects: IMSI portal, IVR web application, Asset management, CTI dialer, CPE Testing portal, IT Material updation, Hourly TT Generation, Enterprise POP Status, Online Enterprise TT creation, Retention updation process
- Skills used: Core PHP, SQL SERVER 2008, CSS, JavaScript, HTML, XML
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computers
Yadavrao Tasgaonkar Institute of Engineering & Technology (YTIT)
Diploma - Computers
Babasaheb Gawde Institute of Technology (BGIT)
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board
Skills
- Python (Django, FastAPI) for backend development
- ML & NLP with Pandas, SpaCy, Transformers, Plumber
- OCR using Mistral, PaddleOCR, EasyOCR, Tesseract, Azure Cognitive Services
- Web development with JavaScript, CSS, HTML, XML, REST/SOAP APIs, Payment Gateways
- PHP frameworks: Laravel, Drupal, WordPress
- Databases: MySQL, MS-SQL Server 2008
- Tools: Git, Jira, Azure DevOps, Swagger, Postman, NetBeans, Visual Studio
- Agile/Scrum with UAT/SIT management
- Strong in problem analysis, multitasking & collaboration
- Experience in deploying application on Microsoft Azure and developing front-end interfaces using Reactjs
- SEO optimization & performance tuning
Certification
- The Complete PHP Course from Core PHP to PHP7 & Codeigniter
- MongoDB – The Completed Developer’s Guide 2023
- Learn Python Programming Master class
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 07/30/1990
- Gender: Male
- Marital status: Married
- Nationality: Indian
Timeline
Senior Associate (Team Lead)
BDO India Pvt .Ltd.
08.2022 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
e.Soft Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
02.2020 - 07.2022
Senior PHP Developer
SOTC TOURS Pvt. Ltd.
05.2017 - 01.2020
Web Application Developer (PHP)
Tikona Digital Networks Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Computers
Yadavrao Tasgaonkar Institute of Engineering & Technology (YTIT)
Diploma - Computers
Babasaheb Gawde Institute of Technology (BGIT)
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board