Apr 2024 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Hybrid

• ◦ Designed and optimized backend services for the Windows App Store, ensuring secure and reliable Azure Cloud infrastructure to support 1.6 billion devices worldwide.
• ◦ Developed and deployed performance-driven features for Front Door browse services and CMS systems, leading to a 30% improvement in load times and user engagement.
• ◦ Built a credential exposure detection system for SFDS, reducing security threat response time by 40% and safeguarding sensitive data across Windows services.
• ◦ Automated service health monitoring for Spotlight using synthetic job alerts, reducing incident response times by 30%, increasing system uptime, and enhancing user experience.
• ◦ Led the implementation of PAT token auto-rotation in Azure DevOps, cutting security risks by 90 and enforcing stricter compliance policies for sensitive credentials.
• ◦ Owned and delivered the ”1 ES Open Source Vulnerabilities” project at Platform SFI, resolving
• 25+ critical security bugs within deadline, mitigating security risks, and receiving recognition for exceptional performance.
• ◦ Collaborated in Microsoft’s Global Hackathon, working cross-functionally to innovate and develop scalable cloud-based solutions, enhancing platform security and reliability.

Sep 2023 – Mar 2024 · 6 mos · India · Remote

• ◦ Conducted 94 Engaging Sessions focusing on practical and theoretical aspects of JavaScript and full-stack development.
• ◦ Mentored 38 Aspiring Developers with unique backgrounds and learning objectives.
• ◦ Proudly maintained the workshop rating of 4.2/5.
• ◦ Earned an instructor rating of 4.3/5.

Jul 2023 – Oct 2023 · 3 mos · India · Remote

• Taken Career Guidance Sessions & Mock Interviews.

Jul 2021 – Jun 2023 · 1 yr 11 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Hybrid

• ◦ Development and Maintenance of cutting-edge backend RESTful API services in the high-impact Claims domain within the Finance Data Services section under the prestigious Enterprise Business Services pillar.
• ◦ Utilized my expertise in Java, Spring Boot, NoSQL MongoDB, and Kafka, I played a pivotal role in optimizing critical functionalities and driving seamless data processing for three game-changing projects: CLAIMS, GNFR, and MDM.
• ◦ Successfully reduced API response time by 25 percent, leading to a significantly enhanced user experience and improved customer satisfaction.
• ◦ Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams across North America, including product managers and quality assurance professionals, to gather comprehensive requirements and skillfully execute feature development.
• ◦ Introduced a real-time monitoring system for API endpoints, providing proactive alerts for potential issues and ensuring smoother operations and timely issue resolutions.
• ◦ Resolved a critical data synchronization issue by designing and implementing a highly efficient event-driven architecture using Kafka, effectively preventing data discrepancies and mitigating potential financial risks.
• ◦ Received positive feedback from end-users on the enhanced system performance, resulting in increased customer loyalty and positive brand perception.
• ◦ Demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities by mentoring junior developers, providing guidance and support that elevated their technical skills, productivity, and overall performance.

Feb 2021 – Apr 2021 · 2 mos · Chandigarh, India · Remote

• ◦ My experience revolved around diving into the world of various cutting-edge products like Bulbul, Yelo, Tookan, and many more. Throughout my internship, I had the opportunity to gain valuable insights into the development and functioning of these tech-driven solutions.
• ◦ A significant portion of my time and efforts were dedicated to immersing myself in the intricacies of Bulbul CRM. My responsibilities encompassed working on both the backend and frontend aspects of the platform.

Feb 2021 – Mar 2021 · 1 mo · Pune, Maharashtra, India · Remote

• As a Curriculum Developer at Codingal, I played a crucial role in shaping the educational experience for aspiring Full Stack Web Developers. My primary focus was on creating a comprehensive and effective Full Stack Web Development Flow, ensuring that learners gained a strong foundation and practical knowledge in this rapidly evolving field.

Nov 2020 – Jun 2021 · 7 mos · India · Remote

• Utilizing my deep understanding of Computer Science principles, I created comprehensive and step-by-step solutions to a wide range of academic problems. These solutions serve as valuable study aids for students, aiding them in grasping complex subjects and enhancing their problem-solving abilities.

Nov 2020 – Mar 2021 · 4 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Remote

• As a Full Stack Developer Intern at Aidos Business Solutions, I had the opportunity to immerse myself in the world of Full Stack Web Development and contribute to various projects. Throughout my internship, I gained valuable hands-on experience and honed my skills in delivering end-to-end solutions.

Jul 2020 – Jan 2021 · 6 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India · Remote

• Played a crucial role in a high-impact project centered around creating a cutting-edge Tutoring Marketplace Service.
• Leveraging my expertise in ReactJS, Django Rest Framework, PostgreSQL, and Rest API, I contributed to the successful development and deployment of this transformative platform.
• Actively engaged with clients to gather requirements and implemented new features, addressing their unique needs and exceeding their expectations for the platform.
• Worked closely with both front-end and back-end teams to seamlessly integrate components, guaranteeing smooth and efficient system operation.
• Blog: https://kunikamalhotra.blogspot.com/

Jul 2020 – Oct 2020 · 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

• As a Salesken Technical Intern, I had the opportunity to work closely with the technical team on a live project. One of my significant accomplishments during this internship was successfully completing the task assigned to me, which involved working on sentiment analysis.