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Rahul Agarwal

Rahul Agarwal

Python Solution Architect
New Delhi,Delhi

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Manager, Core Technology

Gale Partners
Bengaluru
08.2021 - Current
  • Resolved complex technical issues by troubleshooting systems, analyzing root causes, and implementing effective fixes.
  • Spearheaded adoption of cloud-based technologies, enabling faster deployment and scalability for various applications.
  • Enhanced system performance by optimizing code and implementing efficient algorithms.
  • Delivered high-quality solutions within tight deadlines while adhering to budget constraints.
  • Conducted thorough code reviews to ensure optimal functionality, stability, and maintainability of software products.
  • Created comprehensive documentation for system designs, ensuring clarity of purpose and facilitating seamless maintenance activities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective software solutions, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Participated in strategic planning sessions to align technology investments with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Improved business productivity for clients by 80% by re-engineering and designing infrastructures.
  • Provided technical leadership to team members during system design.
  • Managed use of various types of databases and configured, installed and upgraded new ones.
  • Contributed innovative ideas during brainstorming sessions that led to successful execution of key initiatives.
  • Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.

Lead - Backend Engineer

Birdeye
Gurgaon
07.2018 - 08.2021
  • Designed scalable and maintainable data models to support business intelligence initiatives and reporting needs.
  • Migrated legacy systems to modern big-data technologies, improving performance and scalability while minimizing business disruption.
  • Optimized data processing by implementing efficient ETL pipelines and streamlining database design.
  • Collaborated with data scientists to develop machine learning models by providing necessary data infrastructure and preprocessing tools.
  • Fine-tuned query performance and optimized database structures for faster, more accurate data retrieval and reporting.
  • Engaged in complex data analytics, quality assurance and database management to quantify and substantiate observations and lend credence to proposed operational enhancements.
  • Wrote and modified SQL queries to collect data for analytics, critical statistics and generate reports.
  • Write Python scripts using Pyspark/Pandas to design workflow for data analytics over 1TB dataset.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Directed large, complex database systems and architectures and used structured and unstructured data with diverse analytics methodologies and approaches.
  • Enhanced data-driven decision making by implementing machine learning models and algorithms.

Project Manager

Atlogys Consultancy Services
Gurgaon
04.2017 - 06.2018
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide updates on progress throughout projects'' lifecycles.
  • Optimized internal processes through regular review meetings with team members aimed at identifying areas for improvement.
  • Developed detailed project plans, outlining clear objectives, timelines, and deliverables for IT projects.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely deliveries, effective communication, and high-quality results.
  • Mentored junior staff in best practices for IT project management, fostering culture of continuous improvement within team.
  • Collaborated with external partners for outsourcing tasks when necessary without compromising quality or timeliness.
  • Streamlined project delivery by implementing Agile methodologies and improving collaboration among team members.
  • Managed cross-functional team of 10 members to ensure efficient allocation of resources and successful project completion.

Senior Software Engineer II

Stigasoft
Gurgaon
04.2015 - 04.2017
  • Championed best coding practices within team to improve overall code quality and maintainability.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of development work, facilitating knowledge sharing among team members.
  • Optimized code performance for improved user experience and system efficiency.
  • Integrated cutting-edge technologies into existing systems for enhanced functionality and user satisfaction.
  • Conducted thorough testing to identify and resolve bugs, ensuring optimal software performance.
  • Trained and mentored junior developers and engineers, teaching skills in Python and working to improve overall team performance.
  • Demonstrated experience and good hands-on programming experience Java, Python and Angular.
  • Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements.
  • Integrated various third-party tools and components into applications.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality standards.

Senior Python Programmer

Six Red Marbles
Gurgaon
02.2014 - 04.2015
  • Provided ongoing support to end-users by addressing reported issues promptly and efficiently.
  • Developed user-friendly applications with well-structured, modular code for enhanced functionality.
  • Identified bottlenecks in existing codebase, refactoring for improved performance and maintainability.
  • Optimized database queries using ORM libraries such as SQLAlchemy or Django ORM resulting in better query response time.
  • Contributed to open-source projects within Python community, strengthening industry connections and staying current on best practices.
  • Achieved faster deployment times with implementation of continuous integration tools and agile methodologies.
  • Mentored junior programmers, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting professional growth.
  • Developed RESTful APIs enabling seamless communication between frontend interfaces and backend services.
  • Improved software efficiency by optimizing Python code and implementing performance-enhancing algorithms.

Team Leader

Firefly e-venture
Gurgaon
04.2010 - 01.2014
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
  • Participated in Agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban for better organization and prioritization of tasks in projects.
  • Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices for Python programming and software development techniques.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Established clear communication channels that ensured timely exchange of information between team members and stakeholders.
  • Led code reviews and provided constructive feedback, fostering culture of continuous learning and improvement among team members.
  • Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Contributed to open-source projects, enhancing features and fixing bugs to benefit wider developer community.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU)
Lucknow
01.2004 - 05.2008

Skills

Microservices Architecture

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Timeline

Manager, Core Technology

Gale Partners
08.2021 - Current

Lead - Backend Engineer

Birdeye
07.2018 - 08.2021

Project Manager

Atlogys Consultancy Services
04.2017 - 06.2018

Senior Software Engineer II

Stigasoft
04.2015 - 04.2017

Senior Python Programmer

Six Red Marbles
02.2014 - 04.2015

Team Leader

Firefly e-venture
04.2010 - 01.2014

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science

Uttar Pradesh Technical University (UPTU)
01.2004 - 05.2008

Summary

Innovative Solution Architect with in-depth understanding of software deployment and system design illustrated over 14 years of experience in similar roles. Excellent communication skills and extensive experience working with clients and partners.

Software

Proficient in Python

Expert in Django/Flask/Fast API

AWS/GCP

Pipeline Design using Airflow

Apache Kafka

Messaging Queue

NoSQL/Mongo

Big Data using Apache Redshift/Big Query

Expert in RDB MySQL/PyMongo

Cache implementation using Memcache/Redis

Good knowledge of jQuery and HTML/CSS

Projects Executed

  • 2023, Data Asset Dashboard, The Analytical Dashboard project aims to create a user-friendly tool that allows users to track data variations over time. It offers advanced filtering capabilities, allowing users to search and analyze data based on various criteria and features. The dashboard also provides graphical representations of data trends across different timelines, enhancing data visualization and insights. This project aims to empower users with the tools and insights needed to make data-driven decisions and uncover valuable trends within their datasets., Python, Django, AWS, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Redshift, Postgres, Redis, Dockers, CI/CD
  • 2023, Backbone V2, Backbone Version 2 is a significant upgrade to the organization's centralized 3rd party data resource. The project aimed to address issues in the older version, reduce pipeline processing time, eliminate data duplication, and introduce new features and optimizations. This upgrade provides a more efficient, reliable, and feature-rich centralized data resource, making it a significant step forward in data management and access., Python, Django, AWS, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Airflow, Redshift, Postgres, Redis, Dockers, CI/CD, Snowflake
  • 2022, Media Onboarding Platform, The Audience Management and Campaign Automation Application project aimed to streamline the management of audiences and campaigns for an organization. Previously, the organization used a costly third-party tool, which provided limited insights. The project involved building an in-house application to upload audiences directly onto platforms, resulting in cost reduction, faster audience availability, and improved auditing capabilities. This project improved operational efficiency and enabled the organization to execute successful advertising campaigns with greater control, speed, and cost-effectiveness., Python, Django, AWS, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Airflow, Redshift, Postgres, Redis, Dockers, CI/CD, MongoDB
  • 2022, Pella Automation, The Automated Report Generation Pipeline project streamlines the report creation process by implementing automated pipelines. This reduces the time needed to generate reports from weeks to hours, eliminates manual errors, and enhances overall efficiency. The project not only improves the accuracy and efficiency of report generation but also contributes to improved business operations by providing timely and reliable insights to clients., Python, Spark, Pandas, AWS, Airflow, Redshift, Dockers, CI/CD
  • 2021, Experience Score, The Conversation Score Generator project is a deep learning model that evaluates and generates conversation scores for customer interactions between customers and business executives. This project is crucial for businesses in customer support and communication, as assessing the quality and effectiveness of conversations is crucial. By quantifying the quality of conversations and taking proactive measures to improve them, businesses can deliver better customer experiences, align customer service efforts with expectations, and ultimately improve customer loyalty and retention. The project's impact is significant, particularly in contexts where assessing the quality and effectiveness of conversations is crucial., Python, Spark, Django, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Pandas, AWS, MySQL, Dockers, CI/CD, TensorFlow
  • 2019, BirdLake, The BirdLake Internal Data Lake project is an internal data infrastructure designed to efficiently manage and utilize data within an organization. It extracts data from various sources using pipelines built on technologies like Apache Airflow and PySpark, transforms the data into a normalized format, and stores it in a columnar database. The project generates key performance indicators (KPIs) required by stakeholders, which can be accessed via REST APIs on a user interface (UI) platform. The automated KPI generation and REST APIs provide real-time insights into business performance, enabling data-driven decisions. The project promotes data quality, security, and governance, ensuring the organization's data assets are reliable and compliant with industry standards., Python, Spark, Pandas, AWS, MySQL, Dockers, MongoDB, Bigdata, Redis, CI/CD

Profile Summary - Summary

Dedicated and result-oriented individual with years of rich experience in Software Design and Development, Requirement Gathering, Troubleshooting, Web/Database Application and so on. Currently excelling as a Technical Architect, leading a 6-member team and overseeing projects with a focus on data analytics, project planning, and team leadership. Highly skilled in leading all technical aspects of overall application development lifecycle (including inception, elaboration, construction & transition). Proven success in achieving on-time & quality delivery of multiple product releases for clients in overall tenure. Proficient in exploring various design options in order to arrive at an optimal product or solution for the clients. Possess clear thinking from technology perspective with strong skills to identify functional needs and transform them into technology terms; expertise in identifying logical layers and mapping them to physical layers. Proficient in leading and mentoring teams, with a strong focus on fostering collaboration, driving project excellence, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Orchestrated the design and implementation of an interface at GALE Partners, resulting in a 50% cost reduction and streamlined onboarding of audience, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and revenue optimization. Recognized for taking innovation & process improvement initiatives to ensure alignment of technology roadmap with business strategies.

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 03/23/1986

Projects Executed

  • 2023, Data Asset Dashboard, The Analytical Dashboard project aims to create a user-friendly tool that allows users to track data variations over time. It offers advanced filtering capabilities, allowing users to search and analyze data based on various criteria and features. The dashboard also provides graphical representations of data trends across different timelines, enhancing data visualization and insights. This project aims to empower users with the tools and insights needed to make data-driven decisions and uncover valuable trends within their datasets., Python, Django, AWS, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Redshift, Postgres, Redis, Dockers, CI/CD
  • 2023, Backbone V2, Backbone Version 2 is a significant upgrade to the organization's centralized 3rd party data resource. The project aimed to address issues in the older version, reduce pipeline processing time, eliminate data duplication, and introduce new features and optimizations. This upgrade provides a more efficient, reliable, and feature-rich centralized data resource, making it a significant step forward in data management and access., Python, Django, AWS, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Airflow, Redshift, Postgres, Redis, Dockers, CI/CD, Snowflake
  • 2022, Media Onboarding Platform, The Audience Management and Campaign Automation Application project aimed to streamline the management of audiences and campaigns for an organization. Previously, the organization used a costly third-party tool, which provided limited insights. The project involved building an in-house application to upload audiences directly onto platforms, resulting in cost reduction, faster audience availability, and improved auditing capabilities. This project improved operational efficiency and enabled the organization to execute successful advertising campaigns with greater control, speed, and cost-effectiveness., Python, Django, AWS, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Airflow, Redshift, Postgres, Redis, Dockers, CI/CD, MongoDB
  • 2022, Pella Automation, The Automated Report Generation Pipeline project streamlines the report creation process by implementing automated pipelines. This reduces the time needed to generate reports from weeks to hours, eliminates manual errors, and enhances overall efficiency. The project not only improves the accuracy and efficiency of report generation but also contributes to improved business operations by providing timely and reliable insights to clients., Python, Spark, Pandas, AWS, Airflow, Redshift, Dockers, CI/CD
  • 2021, Experience Score, The Conversation Score Generator project is a deep learning model that evaluates and generates conversation scores for customer interactions between customers and business executives. This project is crucial for businesses in customer support and communication, as assessing the quality and effectiveness of conversations is crucial. By quantifying the quality of conversations and taking proactive measures to improve them, businesses can deliver better customer experiences, align customer service efforts with expectations, and ultimately improve customer loyalty and retention. The project's impact is significant, particularly in contexts where assessing the quality and effectiveness of conversations is crucial., Python, Spark, Django, jQuery, HTML/CSS, Pandas, AWS, MySQL, Dockers, CI/CD, TensorFlow
  • 2019, BirdLake, The BirdLake Internal Data Lake project is an internal data infrastructure designed to efficiently manage and utilize data within an organization. It extracts data from various sources using pipelines built on technologies like Apache Airflow and PySpark, transforms the data into a normalized format, and stores it in a columnar database. The project generates key performance indicators (KPIs) required by stakeholders, which can be accessed via REST APIs on a user interface (UI) platform. The automated KPI generation and REST APIs provide real-time insights into business performance, enabling data-driven decisions. The project promotes data quality, security, and governance, ensuring the organization's data assets are reliable and compliant with industry standards., Python, Spark, Pandas, AWS, MySQL, Dockers, MongoDB, Bigdata, Redis, CI/CD

Profile Summary - Summary

Dedicated and result-oriented individual with years of rich experience in Software Design and Development, Requirement Gathering, Troubleshooting, Web/Database Application and so on. Currently excelling as a Technical Architect, leading a 6-member team and overseeing projects with a focus on data analytics, project planning, and team leadership. Highly skilled in leading all technical aspects of overall application development lifecycle (including inception, elaboration, construction & transition). Proven success in achieving on-time & quality delivery of multiple product releases for clients in overall tenure. Proficient in exploring various design options in order to arrive at an optimal product or solution for the clients. Possess clear thinking from technology perspective with strong skills to identify functional needs and transform them into technology terms; expertise in identifying logical layers and mapping them to physical layers. Proficient in leading and mentoring teams, with a strong focus on fostering collaboration, driving project excellence, and ensuring adherence to quality standards. Orchestrated the design and implementation of an interface at GALE Partners, resulting in a 50% cost reduction and streamlined onboarding of audience, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and revenue optimization. Recognized for taking innovation & process improvement initiatives to ensure alignment of technology roadmap with business strategies.
Rahul AgarwalPython Solution Architect