Sourav Suman
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-driven Software Engineer (SDE3) specializing in scalable, high-performance systems using Java and Node.js. Experienced in backend architecture, system design, and microservices with Spring Boot and AWS, delivering reliable, production-grade solutions. Proven in end-to-end ownership, performance optimization, and mentoring engineers while driving code quality in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
NIRA (Tilt)
Bengaluru, India
10.2022 - Current
- Designed and delivered critical application modules, improving user experience and system reliability at scale.
- Architected and implemented credit decisioning systems, streamlining loan approvals and reducing processing time.
- Built fraud detection and prevention mechanisms, strengthening platform security and risk control.
- Led integration of multiple NBFCs, scaling platform from 1 to 6 partners within 3 months while ensuring high data accuracy.
- Owned and managed third-party service integrations, ensuring high availability and data integrity.
- Designed and maintained data pipelines and reporting systems to enable data-driven decision-making.
- Optimized LOS user journey for 50K+ daily active users, reducing latency from 20s to 5s (~75% improvement).
- Improved conversion by 22% by implementing PAN autofill and Truecaller-based login, enhancing onboarding efficiency.
- Reduced bureau costs by 6x through API optimization and correct integration design.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to drive feature delivery, resolve production issues, and improve system performance.
- Mentored junior engineers and drove code quality through reviews and best practices.
Associate Software Engineer
Q2 (Cloud Lending Solution)
Bengaluru, India
12.2020 - 09.2022
- Designed and implemented Refund, ACH Retry, and Deposit workflows, improving transaction reliability and failure recovery.
- Contributed to development of Unit of Work for Interest Posting, streamlining financial operations and ensuring consistency.
- Refactored legacy codebase to enhance maintainability, scalability, and code quality.
- Increased backend test coverage significantly through comprehensive unit testing and automation.
- Performed security testing and vulnerability analysis to strengthen application integrity and compliance.
Education
Electronics And Communication Engineering -
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Bengaluru, KA2020
12th -
DAV Public School Hehal
Ranchi2016
Skills
- Java, SQL, Spring Boot
- Microservices, Distributed Systems, REST APIs, System Design (HLD/LLD), API Design
- AWS, Docker, CI/CD
- Database Design (SQL/NoSQL), Redis, Kafka
- Performance Optimization, Code Reviews, Design Patterns, Security (JWT/OAuth)
- Mentoring, Cross-functional Collaboration, Technical Leadership
Accomplishments
- 3 Star Rating in Leetcode
- Solved 150+ problems in Leetcode and 250+ in GFG
- Became College Academic Topper of ECE Department for 2020 Batch
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
NIRA (Tilt)
10.2022 - Current
Associate Software Engineer
Q2 (Cloud Lending Solution)
12.2020 - 09.2022
Electronics And Communication Engineering -
Visvesvaraya Technological University
12th -
DAV Public School Hehal