Vaidesh Shankar

Software Engineer

Gurugram, Haryana, India6 yrs 9 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in building scalable applications using Django and FastAPI.
Proven track record in optimizing database performance.
Strong experience in cloud solutions with AWS services.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS-focused Full Stack Developer with expertise in cloud-based solutions and database optimization.

Contact

vaidesh@fello.ai LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Python (programming Language)DjangoFastapiNext.jsReact.jsNode.js

Other Skills

AWSAWS Elastic BeanstalkAWS LambdaAlgorithmsAmazon Elasticsearch ServiceAmazon Web Services (AWS)AngularJSBootstrapCC++CSSData StructuresElasticsearchEnglishExpress.js

About

Software Engineer with 4+ years of experience building tech-driven solutions in the academia and college placement domain, enhancing placement outcomes and connecting students with top employers across India. Over these years, I've build proficiency in:- - API development using Django as the backend framework - Cloud based solutions for ease of development, deployment and monitoring using various AWS services like EC2, Elastic Beanstalk, RDS, SQS, SNS, Lambda functions namely along with Docker for containerization and monitoring tools like Newrelic, Sentry. - Normalizing feature requirements with stakeholders to meet the goals and leading development teams for delivering quality features under tight deadlines. - Following AGILE methodology for seamless technical delivery Passionate about continuous learning with flexibility in working with different technologies. I am a self-motivated learner focused on building robust, high-performance and scalable applications with keen interest in studying internals of various databases and cloud technologies.

Experience

Fello

Software Engineer II

May 2025 – Present · 10 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · Remote

Josh technology group

4 roles

Senior Software Engineer II

Oct 2024 – Apr 2025 · 6 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

- Developed a reusable Python utilities repository for Redis, OpenSearch, and other tools, enabling seamless integration across FastAPI and Django projects with backward compatibility checks for legacy support

Python (Programming Language)DjangoFastAPIAmazon Elasticsearch Service

Senior Software Engineer I

Promoted

Oct 2023 – Sep 2024 · 11 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

Optimized PostgreSQL query performance by 60% in a partitioned table with millions of rows by enhancing Django’s codebase with an automated filter on the partitioned column, ensuring precise table access via lookup queries.
Engineered the UX and backend service in Fast API to enable bulk configuration and distribution of E-certificates with predefined templates, dynamically populating recipient and certificate details upon webinar and hackathon completion.
Involved in migration of existing WordPress based college branding pages to Next.js to support enhanced page-level customizations, CDN based caching, and SEO optimization to improve discoverability over the web.
Involved in production deployments and proactively addressing production issues related to high CPU usage, database load, etc. with tools like Sentry, New Relic to maintain system stability.

Python (Programming Language)DjangoFastAPINext.jsPostgreSQLAmazon Web Services (AWS)+2

Software Developer

Promoted

Jan 2022 – Sep 2023 · 1 yr 8 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

Designed and implemented a Superuser login feature in a multitenant application in Django, enabling root-level access and management across multiple communities within the platform.
Implemented feature-gated Single Sign-On (SSO) in an existing Django application, leveraging OAuth protocols to enable seamless authentication via Google, Facebook, and Microsoft, thereby enhancing security and eliminating password management overhead.
Developed an automated digest email system with dynamic, template driven content, delivering personalized updates on placement opportunities, webinars, and trending discussions to students and alumni across multiple colleges, ensuring seamless platform engagement.
Designed and implemented a secure document submission system for job offered candidates in recruitment drives, enabling seamless uploads of essential documents and bulk downloads for efficient HR processing.

Python (Programming Language)DjangoElasticsearchPostgreSQLAmazon Web Services (AWS)Strategic Communications

Frontend Developer

May 2021 – Dec 2021 · 7 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

Contributed to the development of various reusable UI components like snackbars, tree view dropdowns, selection lists using Material UI as base
Developed the onboarding experience for the organizations to conduct recruitment drives through the platform targeting various institutions for fresher's hiring using Formik as the form builder

TypeScriptReact.jsAngularJSIonic Framework

Asilverse

Software Developer Intern

Feb 2019 – Dec 2020 · 1 yr 10 mos · New Delhi Area, India · Hybrid

Developing the company website and admin dashboards to showcase client projects, including apps and websites, to effectively highlight the company's portfolio.
Designed the backend architecture and developed REST APIs while creating a high-performance user experience for displaying blogs with comment functionality and a company portfolio, resembling a file system on the web.
Frontend: React.js | Backend: Node.js, MongoDB

React.jsjQueryNode.jsMongoDB

Software development cell, usict

Full Stack Developer

Oct 2018 – Jun 2019 · 8 mos · Dwarka Area, India

Served as a full-stack JavaScript developer for the Faculty Feedback System at GGSIP University, designing and implementing a platform that collects student feedback anonymously for faculty members at the end of each semester.
Implemented hierarchical access levels for Deans and Vice Chancellors, enabling them to view feedback and assign ratings to faculty members
Frontend: Angular.js | Backend: Node.js, MySQL

AngularJSNode.jsMySQL