Remya S. Raj

Project Engineer – CDAC

Project: Exam Web Server (EWS) – Backend Development

• Designing and maintaining backend services for a secure web-based examination platform using Node.js and PostgreSQL.
• Implementing API endpoints for exam logging, and user management.
• Developing CAD-like modules for real-time exam event tracking and notifications.
• Ensuring data security, validation, and error handling for high-stakes examination workflows.
• Collaborating with frontend and QA teams for seamless integration and deployment.
• Utilizing tools like Sequelize ORM, Git, Postman, and VS Code for development and testing.

Node.js Backend Developer – NHAI Project

Project Description:
Worked on the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) project focused on managing and monitoring highway-related emergency events. The system included real-time event logging, CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) functionalities, and integration with multiple backend services for operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Developed and maintained backend APIs using Node.js and Sequelize ORM with PostgreSQL.
• Implemented CAD module functionality for event creation, tracking, and dispatching.
• Integrated real-time event data with multiple system modules ensuring data consistency and reliability.
• Designed and optimized database models and queries for high-performance event handling.
• Implemented validation, authentication, and error-handling mechanisms to improve system robustness.
• Collaborated with frontend and DevOps teams to ensure seamless API integration and deployment.
• Utilized tools like Postman, Git, VS Code, and terminal-based workflows for development and testing.

STEM Instructor

• Guided students in backend software development, including project-based learning with Node.js, databases, and API integration.
• Taught students backend software development concepts including Node.js, API design, database integration (PostgreSQL/MongoDB), and server-side programming.
• Designed and implemented practical exercises and projects combining software and hardware to enhance problem-solving skills.
• Mentored students on robotics programming, automation, and system design tools.
• Utilized tools like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, sensors, and development environments for interactive learning.

Trainee Software Engineer

Project: Canon – CT (Medical Imaging Application)
Technologies: Node.js, JavaScript, REST APIs, PostgreSQL (instead of C++/Java)
Tools: VS Code/Visual Studio, Postman, Concord (for testing & bug tracking)
Client: Canon Medical, Trivandrum (Offsite)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Developed and tested backend modules for application login, file management, and data handling.
• Implemented and validated API endpoints for authentication and file browsing functionality.
• Performed manual and automated testing of backend workflows to ensure correctness and reliability.
• Coordinated with team members for bug identification and resolution, using Concord and manual testing methods.
• Documented backend logic, workflows, and application interfacing processes for team reference.
• Gained practical exposure to server-side development, API integration, and debugging techniques.

• In CDAC, Vellayambalam as Graduate Apprentice (ELS) (Under Apprentices Act 1961) in Dept. of Software Training and Development Centre (Id no:800892) on a period from 13-01-2021 to 21-02-2022.