Chandrakant Kumar — Senior Software Engineer

I’m a Senior Software Engineer with over 6 years of experience designing and building scalable, secure, and high-performing backend systems. My work has spanned industries like fintech, eCommerce, HR, and booking platforms, and my journey has taken me from PHP and Python microservices to architecting Java Spring Boot–based distributed systems in the cloud. Along the way, I’ve gained deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot,Python, Flask, FastAPI, Django, Microservices, Kafka, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, SQL/NoSQL databases, and system design Over the years, I’ve focused on solving complex problems through clean architecture, SOLID principles, and design patterns to create software that is both scalable and maintainable. I’ve built event-driven systems with Kafka, optimized PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, and Redis databases to boost performance, and delivered cloud-native solutions on AWS using Lambda, EC2, RDS, and API Gateway. I enjoy working in Agile environments, driving CI/CD pipelines, applying TDD, and mentoring engineers to improve design, code quality, and delivery speed. My career goal is simple: to keep building systems that perform at scale, remain resilient under pressure, and support real business growth. I’m passionate about backend engineering, distributed systems, and cloud-native platforms, and I thrive in teams that embrace collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. For me, engineering is not just about writing code—it’s about designing secure, resilient, and impactful solutions that truly make a difference. I’m currently open to opportunities where I can contribute to building high-performance distributed systems, architecting cloud-native applications, and solving complex backend challenges. If your team is working on fintech platforms, SaaS products, or large-scale cloud systems, I’d be glad to connect and explore how I can bring value.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend Engineer with expertise in Fintech and SaaS applications.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Experience: 7 yrs 6 mos

Skills

Java
Spring Boot
Spring Framework
Django
Fastapi
Php Frameworks
Database Optimization
Php

Career Highlights

Expert in building scalable backend systems.
Proficient in cloud-native application architecture.
Strong mentor with a focus on clean code practices.

Work Experience

mPokket

Senior Software Engineer (2 yrs 11 mos)

Software Engineer (5 mos)

aapkapainter.com

Full Stack Engineer (1 yr)

IGLOBAL IMPACT ITES PVT. LTD.

Software Developer (2 yrs 2 mos)

Origin IT Solution

PHP Developer (1 yr)

Education

Master of Computer Applications - MCA at Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra

Chandrakant Kumar

Senior Software Engineer

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India7 yrs 6 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in building scalable backend systems.
Proficient in cloud-native application architecture.
Strong mentor with a focus on clean code practices.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend Engineer with expertise in Fintech and SaaS applications.

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Skills

Core Skills

JavaSpring BootSpring FrameworkDjangoFastapiPhp FrameworksDatabase OptimizationPhp

Other Skills

AJAXAWS LambdaAmazon DynamodbAmazon Web Services (AWS)Apache KafkaAppsFlyerBootstrap (Framework)Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)CockroachDBCodeIgniterDatabricksDistributed SystemsEvent-drivenFlaskGoDaddy

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Experience

Mpokket

2 roles

Senior Software Engineer

Promoted

Apr 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India · On-site

Architected and developed scalable microservices using Java (Spring Boot),enhancing system performance.
Led architectural decisions and system design discussions, translating concepts into high-performing,
resilient implementations.
Designed and optimized RESTful APIs for seamless integration with frontend and third-party services.
Integrated Kafka for event-driven architecture, enabling efficient real-time data processing.
Optimized database performance using Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Redis, reducing query
execution time by 40%.
Ensured production readiness with proactive monitoring, logging (DataDog, Elasticsearch, Coralogix), and
automated alerting.
Applied SOLID principles and design patterns (Factory, Singleton, Strategy) to deliver clean, maintainable,
and scalable architecture.
Mentored junior engineers on system design, coding best practices, and debugging complex issues.

MySQLPython (Programming Language)Software DesignEvent-drivenApache KafkaREST APIs+16

Software Engineer

Nov 2022 – Apr 2023 · 5 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India · On-site

Worked extensively with Java frameworks in a microservice architecture, migrating legacy systems from PHP and Python to Java to improve performance and scalability.
Designed and developed robust, efficient, and high-quality applications tailored for scalability and future adaptability.
Enhanced system performance by optimizing applications to handle increased demand while maintaining reliability.
Modernized the technology stack by transitioning to a future-ready architecture, providing a strong foundation for ongoing and future projects.
Improved maintainability by implementing clean code practices, reducing technical debt, and enhancing development efficiency.
Contributed to the organization’s digital transformation by delivering scalable and adaptable solutions aligned with business objectives.

MySQLPython (Programming Language)REST APIskrakendDatabase OptimizationSpring Framework+7

Aapkapainter.com

Full Stack Engineer

Oct 2021 – Oct 2022 · 1 yr · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

Developed microservices using Django and FastAPI, improving system reliability and cutting processing times by 50%.
Built business intelligence reports, leading to a 20% increase in customer satisfaction.
Implemented real-time cost estimation models, improving pricing accuracy by 30%.
Developed AWS Lambda functions, reducing infrastructure costs by 18% while maintaining high system availability.

REST APIsDatabase OptimizationMSQLObject-Oriented Programming (OOP)jQueryFlask+5

Iglobal impact ites pvt. ltd.

Software Developer

Oct 2018 – Dec 2020 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Durgapur Area, India · Hybrid

Built and optimized PHP-based eCommerce platforms, increasing sales by 35%.
Refactored SQL queries, reducing query execution time by 40%.
Managed AWS-hosted applications, ensuring 99.9% uptime and smooth system operations.
Led cross-functional teams, delivering 4+ major projects ahead of schedule.

PHP FrameworksGoDaddySymphonyMySQLREST APIsDatabase Optimization+7

Origin it solution

PHP Developer

Oct 2017 – Oct 2018 · 1 yr · Ranchi Area, India · On-site

Improved application speed by 50% with PHP (Laravel) optimizations.
Developed real-time match updates for Cricketnmore, boosting site traffic by 25%.
Led backend restructuring, reducing server response times by 40%.
Secured APIs with OAuth2 and JWT, decreasing security vulnerabilities by 30%.

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)PHPAJAXObject-Oriented Programming (OOP)CodeIgniterLaravel+3