Shalini Saravanan
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic Software Engineer with a proven track record at CaratLane, excelling in backend API development using Ruby and enhancing app security. Skilled in Java , Kotlin, Jetpack Compose and A/B Testing, I drive user engagement through innovative features and effective collaboration. Recognized for automating processes and improving system stability, I deliver impactful solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineer - II
CaratLane - A TATA Product
Chennai
03.2025 - Current
- Developed backend APIs using Ruby like GraphQL calls to backend expertise.
- Streamlined the appraisal process by automating rating-based percentage calculations and enabling auto-generated HR communication emails through custom scripts.
- Built a wishlist-sharing feature during a company hackathon, enabling voting and comments, improving user engagement
- Developed the Loyalty page showcasing user registration status, tier information, and accumulated reward points, improving user visibility of loyalty benefits.
- Built the ID Verification module (PAN, Aadhaar, and KYC documents) and developed all backend APIs supporting upload, validation, and status tracking.
- Enhanced app security by replacing database calls with secure SharedPreferences, reducing vulnerability risks. Also worked many other security related tickets.
- Improved app stability by fixing multiple high-priority crashes and enhancing login flow reliability, especially for users with incomplete or missing profile information.
- Led Play Console uploads and coordinated staged rollouts from 20% to 100%, ensuring smooth feature releases.
Software Engineer - I
CaratLane - A TATA Product
Chennai
07.2023 - 03.2025
- Launched CL Instant Live, enabling real-time customer-agent video calls, improving customer support efficiency.
- Executed A/B experiments across different app pages, collaborating with product and analytics teams to refine features based on data insights.
- Implemented WebView session stitching, ensuring seamless login continuity between app and web, reducing user drop-offs.
- Built and refined the Reels experience to showcase jewellery through short videos, improving engagement metrics while solving key technical challenges around video playback, seconds tracking, and smooth transitions.
- Built the full Search module end-to-end, including multiple dynamic widget integrations, optimized search results rendering, and enhanced UI responsiveness.
- Implemented and configured third-party SDKs—Blitzllama, Gamooga, and MoEngage—ensuring seamless event tracking, experiments, and push notifications.
- Implemented NPS feedback integration and built the full My Accounts Item Details page, improving user engagement and clarity of order/account information.
- Built and rolled out city-level discount capabilities throughout the app, enabling consistent and dynamic location-based pricing experiences.
Android Intern
CaratLane - A TATA Product
Chennai
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Fixed critical crashes and automated Firebase reports to Google Chat, reducing incident response time.
- Analyzed and minimized negative toast triggers throughout the app, implementing better error handling and contextual UI feedback.
- Developed pop-ups and shopping cart sections, improving checkout flow efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) -
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering
05.2023
Skills
- Java
- C
- Kotlin
- Jetpack Compose
- MVVM
- Ruby
- Firebase Crashlytics
- Firebase Remote Config
- A/B Testing
- Git
- MySQL
- Agile
- ExoPlayer
Accomplishments
Received Spot Award 3 times in 2 years for outstanding contributions and high-impact deliverables.
Projects
Wishlist Sharing – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Developed a hackathon feature enabling voting and comments on shared wishlists, enhancing collaborative shopping experiences.
CLTV Reels – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Built product video modules using ExoPlayer, boosting user engagement by {{XX%}}.
CL Instant Live – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Launched real-time customer-agent video call functionality, improving support response times and customer satisfaction.
Loyalty Page – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Implemented the Loyalty page displaying user registration, tier progress, and reward points, enhancing customer retention.
ID Verification Module (PAN/Aadhaar) – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Developed end-to-end ID verification flow with document uploads and backend API development for validation and status tracking.
Search Page Revamp – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Implemented the full Search page with multiple dynamic widget types, improving product discoverability and UI responsiveness.
City-Level Discounts – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Built city-level discount features across multiple pages, enabling dynamic location-based pricing and offers.
NPS Integration & My Accounts Item Details – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Integrated NPS feature and developed the full My Accounts Item Details page, improving feedback collection and account clarity.
Crash Fixes & Login Flow Stabilization – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Resolved multiple critical crashes and optimized login flows, handling missing or partial user profiles to improve app stability.
Appraisal Automation Scripts – CaratLane, A TATA Product
• Automated appraisal calculations based on ratings and sent HR requirement emails, reducing manual effort and errors.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Native
Native
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2
Work Availability
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Timeline
Software Engineer - II
CaratLane - A TATA Product
03.2025 - Current
Software Engineer - I
CaratLane - A TATA Product
07.2023 - 03.2025
Android Intern
CaratLane - A TATA Product
01.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) -
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering