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Shahana Sarin

Kolkata

Summary

Backend development professional with hands-on experience in designing RESTful APIs, managing relational databases, and integrating third-party services. Skilled in Golang, Python, SQL, and automation tools like Playwright and n8n. Experienced in implementing role-based permissions, security optimizations, and deploying LLMs (Gemma) for intelligent data processing. Recognized for effective team collaboration, mentoring interns, leading finance workflows, and delivering reliable, high-quality solutions.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Backend Developer

PharmaQuant Insights Pvt Ltd
Kolkata
11.2023 - Current
  • Worked on in-house application development involving a finance module, building APIs in Golang and Python to support core financial operations. Automated invoice generation workflows using n8n to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy, implemented role-based access controls to ensure secure and compliant processes, and designed custom email templates to enhance finance-related communication.
  • Built and executed comprehensive test cases (backend and automated frontend testing using Playwright) to ensure functionality and reliability.
  • Maintained and updated project packages and dependencies across multiple projects to improve stability and security.
  • Worked with large language models (LLMs), testing Gemma and other models to explore their use cases in backend integration, automation, and intelligent data processing.
  • Independently managed a critical project, demonstrating strong ownership, accountability, and problem-solving skills.
  • Guided and mentored a team of three interns, providing technical support, conducting code reviews, and offering direction on all project-related tasks.
  • Collaborated using Git for version control and Jira for Agile project management, ensuring smooth code integration, task tracking, and effective teamwork.
  • Managed and facilitated team meetings, demonstrating strong presentation and communication skills to ensure smooth coordination between cross-functional teams.
  • Created and maintained detailed documentation to support knowledge transfer, onboarding, and project continuity.

Backend Developer Intern

PharmaQuant Insights Pvt Ltd
Kolkata
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Collaborated proactively with project managers to provide regular status updates on task progress, helping maintain transparency throughout the development process.
  • Adapted and understood Agile and Scrum methodologies.
  • Performed backend testing across multiple projects to ensure functionality, reliability, and performance.
  • Implemented frontend automated testing using Playwright, reducing manual testing efforts and improving test coverage.
  • Fixed bugs and contributed to maintaining code stability in ongoing projects.
  • Provided documentation support to streamline knowledge transfer and project handovers.
  • Designed and tested REST APIs, ensuring secure and reliable data exchange.

Education

B. Tech - Computer Science

Techno India University
Kolkata
07.2023

Skills

  • Golang
  • Python
  • SQL
  • RESTful APIs
  • API Documentation
  • MySQL
  • Backend Test Cases
  • Git
  • Code Reviews
  • Problem Solving
  • Presentation Skills

Affiliations

  • Badminton
  • Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)

Timeline

Associate Backend Developer

PharmaQuant Insights Pvt Ltd
11.2023 - Current

Backend Developer Intern

PharmaQuant Insights Pvt Ltd
05.2023 - 10.2023

B. Tech - Computer Science

Techno India University
Shahana Sarin