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Rakshit Kathawate

Member Of Technical Staff - II

Summary

Eager software developer and cybersecurity enthusiast with 4 years of experience in API design and system orchestration for distributed systems, managing solutions for over 1000 controllers. Proven leadership in a key licensing project, seamlessly integrating SaaS solutions for over 100 clients using VMware Cloud Services Platform. Skilled in NodeJS, Python, and Golang, I have made significant contributions to Product Management and Customer Success, demonstrating a strong passion for technology and innovation

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Member of Technical Staff-II

VMware
01.2022 - Current
  • Microservices Architecting : Enhanced NSX Load Balancer using NodeJS and GoLang; pivotal in transitioning to a SaaS model, impacting 100+ clients.
  • Leadership in SaaS Transition : Led Node.js project for license conversion, aligning with customer needs, and achieved a 30% shift to SaaS licenses in Q1.
  • Innovation and Process Automation : Streamlined product features and processes using Node JS, Golang, Python, Git, and Linux; developed REST APIs in a CI/CD pipeline.

Key Technical Contributions:

  • Specialized in API design with Golang & NodeJS, service automation using Python, and MongoDB system management.

Member of Technical Staff - I

VMware
07.2020 - 01.2022
  • Enhanced Security Features : Developed critical product features in threat intelligence, including Application Rulesets and WAF rules, bolstering security and reliability.
  • Data Migration : Managed seamless Salesforce customer data migration to VMware Cloud.
  • Codebase Modernization : Pioneered the transition to Node.js/Express from Django, enhancing performance and scalability.

Technical Highlights:

  • Led API development in Python, Go, and Node.js, significantly contributing to product scalability.
  • Implemented and optimized Node.js applications; conducted comprehensive unit testing for new features

Web developer intern

VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Engaged in web development utilizing technologies such as Django, Python, Jenkins, and Git.
  • Gained proficiency in tools like Postman, Prometheus, GitHub, Docker, and Salesforce.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering

Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering And Management
Nagpur, India
01.2016 - 10.2020

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Timeline

Member of Technical Staff-II

VMware
01.2022 - Current

Member of Technical Staff - I

VMware
07.2020 - 01.2022

Web developer intern

VMware NSX Advanced Load Balancer
01.2020 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering

Shri Ramdeobaba College of Engineering And Management
01.2016 - 10.2020
Rakshit KathawateMember Of Technical Staff - II