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Sanket Kale

Pune

Summary

Senior Python Backend Engineer with 4.8+ years of experience designing and delivering scalable, high-performance RESTful APIs and enterprise backend systems. Strong expertise in Python, Flask, FastAPI, and Django , with hands-on experience in Redis caching, SQL performance optimization, CI/CD pipelines, and Azure cloud services . Proven track record of improving API performance, building reliable cloud-native solutions , and delivering enterprise-grade automation using Python and Excel technologies. Experienced in leading backend teams , owning production systems, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Senior Python Backend Developer

Ernst & Young LLP (EY)
Pune
05.2024 - Current

Project 1: Samarth Portal – SCNC (Supply Chain Nerve Center)

  • Led a 6-member backend team to build and scale enterprise RESTful APIs using Python and Flask.
  • Developed 20+ production APIs supporting supply chain planning and analytics.
  • Improved API performance by 50–65% using Redis caching, SQL query optimization, and reduced database round-trips.
  • Reduced database load by ~40% by caching high-frequency endpoints using Redis (cache-aside pattern, TTL, cache invalidation).
  • Designed modular Flask architecture with reusable service layers, improving maintainability by ~30%.
  • Supported thousands of daily API requests with low latency and high availability.
  • Worked with MySQL and Azure SQL Server, optimizing complex joins, aggregations, and transactional queries.
  • Deployed backend services on Azure App Services, managing secrets via Azure Key Vault.
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines, reducing deployment time by ~60%.
  • Built centralized logging, monitoring, and exception handling to reduce production incidents by ~40%.

Project 2: Fin HRM Treasury Automation (Finance Domain)

  • Delivered four finance and treasury automation projects, reducing manual effort by approximately 80%.
  • Built Python-based automation solutions for Excel-heavy finance workflows.
  • Automated reconciliation and reporting using win32com, openpyxl, and pandas, reducing processing time from hours to minutes.
  • Integrated automation pipelines with SharePoint for secure file handling.
  • Implemented Azure Function Apps for serverless execution and Azure Logic Apps for workflow orchestration and notifications.
  • Used Azure Blob Storage for secure document storage.
  • Executed COM-based Excel automation on Azure Virtual Machines.
  • Implemented robust logging, retries, and exception handling for audit and compliance readiness.

Tech Stack: Python, Flask, REST APIs, Redis, MySQL, Azure SQL Server, Azure App Services, Azure Key Vault, CI/CD, pandas, win32com, openpyxl, Excel Automation, SharePoint, Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Virtual Machine

Software Developer II

UST Global
Bangalore
07.2021 - 04.2024

Project: EBI Data's Framework

  • Developing Python scripts and various APIs to automate the
    Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL) processes. Working with major ETL tools such as Informatica and Streamlets.
  • Generated data pipelines for Informatica and DB-only ETL using the CICD automation framework.
  • Successfully handled programming tasks and maintained the
    validation modules with a high success rate during product update deployment.
  • Implemented RESTful APIs to enable smooth communication between front-end and back-end systems.
  • Conducted code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to
    ensure software quality.
  • Worked in an Agile environment, participating in daily stand-ups
    and sprint planning meetings.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology

TCOER
Pune, MH
11-2020

Skills

  • Python

  • Flask

  • Django

  • FastAPI

  • REST APIs

  • Redis

  • MySQL

  • Azure SQL Server

  • Azure App Services

  • Azure Key Vault

  • CI/CD

  • Pandas

  • Win32com

  • Openpyxl

  • Azure Functions

  • Azure Logic Apps

  • Azure Blob Storage

  • Azure Virtual Machine

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Native
Native

Certification

Excel Automation Using Python- Udemy Course

Accomplishments

EY Excellerator :- Awarded EY Excellerator in recognition of exceptional delivery and impact.

Timeline

Senior Python Backend Developer

Ernst & Young LLP (EY)
05.2024 - Current

Software Developer II

UST Global
07.2021 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Engineering - Information Technology

TCOER
Sanket Kale