Rajendra Chotiya

Senior Software Engineer

Pune, Maharashtra, India9 yrs experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in developing scalable backend solutions.
Proven track record in optimizing workflows and performance.
Strong mentor with a focus on continuous learning.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS-focused software engineer with expertise in backend development and cloud solutions.

Contact

rajendra.chotiya@mindtickle.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Backend DevelopmentCloud ComputingData AnalysisSoftware DevelopmentSystem Architecture

Other Skills

API OptimizationAWSAWS KinesisAWS LambdaAWS PinpointAWS SNSAsset ManagementData Query EfficiencyDatabase OptimizationGoJavaMicroservicesOTA IntegrationPythonReactJS

About

I am a results-driven software engineer with extensive experience in developing scalable solutions using technologies like Java, Go, AWS, and Python. I specialize in building high-impact systems, optimizing workflows, and improving performance, while working across cross-functional teams. With a strong background in developing SMS notification systems, API optimizations, and asset management tools, I thrive in solving complex problems and delivering innovative solutions. My focus is on continuous learning, mentoring others, and driving technical excellence.

Experience

Mindtickle

Senior Software Development Engineer

Dec 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 3 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

As a Senior SDE in the Equip Tech team, I led multiple high-impact backend projects focused on scalability, automation, and seamless integrations across platforms.
Key Contributions:
➡️ Project Contributions
→ SMS Notification Service: Led the development of a new SMS notification service using AWS services like Pinpoint, Lambda, SNS, and Kinesis. The service enables sales representatives to send SMS to prospects, improving customer outreach.
→ Hub Access Flattening & Optimizations: Implemented optimizations to improve the performance of asset-to-user access flows. Flattened the asset database, reducing complex joins and improving data query efficiency, which ensured better scalability as the system grew.
→ Asset ROI Calculation: Developed a solution for calculating asset ROI by analyzing Salesforce data. This tool enabled sales teams to assess the performance of assets, providing valuable insights for decision-making.
➡️ System Integrations & Enhancements
→ Asset Activity Reverse Sync: Integrated asset activity tracking with Salesforce, allowing sales representatives to monitor asset performance directly within their deal pages. This enhancement improved asset visibility for the sales team.
→ External Sharing Microsite: Restructured the database and entity relations to enable external sharing of assets, facilitating better collaboration with external users and expanding the reach of the asset library.
→ Automation Test Suite: Developed a behavior-driven test suite in Python, automating the testing of RPC services. The test results were sent to a report portal and Slack channel, improving the transparency and tracking of testing efforts.
➡️ Collaboration & Support
→ Worked closely with cross-functional teams such as QA, product, and AWS, ensuring the successful delivery of high-priority projects.
→ Mentored junior developers, providing guidance on best practices and technical problem-solving.

JavaGoAWSPythonSMS Notification ServiceAPI Optimization+3

Oyo

Software Development Engineer

Jul 2018 – Nov 2022 · 4 yrs 4 mos · Gurgaon, India · On-site

Worked across OTA Tech, Inventory, and Ordering Tech teams to modernize architecture, build integrations, improve operational efficiency, and scale internal systems. Progressed from SDE1 to SDE2 based on consistent delivery of high-impact projects and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Contributions:
➡️ System Architecture & Migration
→ Monolith to Microservices: Led the migration from Ruby on Rails monolith to Java-based microservices, improving scalability and maintainability.
→ UI Migration: Migrated internal UIs to ReactJS for better user experience and enhanced responsiveness.
→ OTA Integration: Integrated OYO with major OTAs like Airbnb, Expedia, MMT, and Goibibo to sync pricing, inventory, and bookings in real-time.
➡️ Key Feature Development & Optimization
→ Auto-Replenishment System: Developed a feature to avoid overbookings when internal services faced downtimes, minimizing business disruptions.
→ Sentinel Monitoring Framework: Created a real-time monitoring and alerting system for bookings and burn trends, integrated with Slack and email for immediate notifications.
→ BSR/PSR Tracking: Built a tracking system for booking success and payment success rates with automated alerts to stakeholders.
→ Bolt UI: Developed a user interface for OTA managers to monitor property sync statuses and resolve issues.
➡️ Operational Efficiency & Cost Optimization
→ Bulk File Uploader: Designed a bulk file uploader system to streamline data uploads with asynchronous processing for the operations team.
→ Cost Optimization: Identified underutilized AWS resources and optimized cloud infrastructure to minimize costs.
➡️ Team Development & Mentorship
→ Hiring & Mentoring: Interviewed over 80 candidates and actively mentored junior developers to improve team performance and technical skills.
→ Cross-Team Collaboration: Led collaborative efforts across teams to ensure smooth integration and project delivery.