Abhijit Kumar

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Seattle, Washington, United States14 yrs 4 mos experience

Key Highlights

Led development of high-performance systems at Amazon.
Architected scalable solutions at Salesforce.
Expanded Amazon Gift Cards into new markets.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend-heavy Fullstack Engineer with expertise in Fintech and SaaS industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

ArchitectingSoftware DevelopmentData AnalysisSystem PerformanceAutomation

Other Skills

Technical Project LeadershipLeading Development TeamsOperations AdministrationAnalytical SkillsGitResolving IssuesAPI DevelopmentDatabasesAmazon Web Services (AWS)CommunicationNoSQLCode ReviewDistributed SystemsAgile EnvironmentMicroservices

About

As a software development engineer at Amazon, I have been designing, developing, delivering, and maintaining systems that handle more than 50,000 transactions per second. I have been working with Amazon for over five years, and I moved from India to Seattle in 2019 to join the Amazon Payments org. My core competencies include architecting, object-oriented programming, automation, validation, and testing. I have a passion for creating first-class experiences for customers, and I enjoy the challenges and learning opportunities that come with working at scale. My goal is to continue to grow in this path with curiosity and teamwork.

Experience

14 yrs 4 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 6 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 9 mos

Current Experience

Salesforce

LMTS

Aug 2024 – Present · 1 yr 9 mos · Seattle, Washington, United States · Hybrid

In my role as a Lead Member of Technical Staff (LMTS) at Salesforce, I lead the design, development, and implementation of innovative, scalable solutions on the Salesforce platform. I collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, architects, and fellow engineers, to build and deliver high-performance applications that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
As a technical leader, I focus on architecting robust systems, ensuring code quality, and mentoring junior engineers, all while driving best practices in software design and development. I am passionate about solving complex technical challenges and continuously improving Salesforce’s platform to provide cutting-edge solutions for our global customer base.

Technical Project LeadershipLeading Development TeamsOperations AdministrationArchitectingSoftware Development

Azura

Senior Software Engineer

Mar 2024 – Jul 2024 · 4 mos · Seattle, Washington, United States · Remote

In my role at Azura, I am spearheading the development of a cutting-edge trading terminal tailored for cryptocurrency users. This involves meticulously crafting an intuitive and efficient platform that empowers traders to navigate the complex crypto landscape with ease. Additionally, I am instrumental in shaping the company culture, fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. By instilling a sense of purpose and camaraderie among team members, we strive to cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best work. Furthermore, I am deeply involved in architecting and refining the order execution process, ensuring seamless and reliable transactions for our users.

Analytical SkillsSystem PerformanceSoftware DevelopmentData Analysis

Career break

Personal goal pursuit

Apr 2023 – Feb 2024 · 10 mos · Seattle, Washington, United States

During a period of career transition and rest, I am exploring new business opportunities, embarking on European adventures, and cherishing quality time with my family. This journey has been a time of reflection, resilience, and personal growth, shaping me into a stronger professional and individual ready to tackle new challenges ahead.

Amazon

2 roles

Software Development Engineer

May 2019 – Mar 2023 · 3 yrs 10 mos

### Amazon Prime Video:
At Amazon Prime Video, I spearheaded the development of a state-of-the-art live events ingestion pipeline and systems to display live events, capable of handling 70,000 transactions per second. This infrastructure delivered real-time data to millions of customers, ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality streaming for live events. My primary focus was on optimizing performance and maintaining data accuracy, significantly enhancing the overall user experience.
### Amazon Gift Cards:
I played a crucial role in expanding Amazon Gift Cards into two new countries, reducing the launch time for future expansions from 4-6 months to just 4 weeks. This project involved creating a reliable platform that adhered to all GDPR compliance standards. My efforts ensured a smooth and secure payment process for users, leading to significant revenue growth and market expansion.

Software DevelopmentGitResolving IssuesAPI DevelopmentDatabasesAmazon Web Services (AWS)+22