Vikas U M — Senior Software Engineer
Hello, I’m Vikas U M 👋 A backend-focused Software Engineer II passionate about designing, building, and optimizing scalable systems using clean architecture, strong system design principles, and modern Java ecosystems. 👨💻I’m currently working as a Software Engineer II at Guidewire Software, where I contribute to enterprise-grade insurance platforms. My work involves modernizing and maintaining large-scale backend systems, including: - Improving API performance, stability, and maintainability - Working on security, integration, and backward compatibility concerns in high-impact production systems - These efforts directly support platform reliability, long-term maintainability, and performance at scale. 👨💻Previously, I worked as a Software Development Engineer-II at Homelane, specializing in backend development with Java, Spring Boot, and REST APIs. I've led the development of sophisticated RESTful services, integrating multiple data sources to improve 3D designing, Dynamic Price Calculation, & Quote generation, and Factory File Automation. My contributions have significantly enhanced system scalability and efficiency by improving the latency of APIs & optimal resource usage. 🚀 With a deep understanding of multithreading and asynchronous programming, I've developed high-performance applications using technologies like SpringBoot, and MultiThreading. One of my notable projects, 2D Comment/Review Application(built from scratch), which facilitates multiple stakeholders to comment on PDF documents embedded in a ReactJS-based application. 🛠️ Tech Stacks: My expertise span across a wide range of technologies, including Java, Spring Boot, System Design, MicroServices, REST APIs, GraphQl. Frameworks: Spring, Spring Boot, Spring Webflux Distributed Messaging: Kafka Programming Languages: Java Virtualization/Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes Monitoring/CI/CD Tools: Jenkins, Elastic Search, DataDog Developer Tools: VS Code, Git/GitHub, Gradle/Maven, IntelliJ, Insomnia Architecture & Concepts: System Design, Distributed Systems, Concurrency, API Design 🎓 I hold a Bachelor of Engineering from PESIT Bangalore South Campus(PESU ElectronicCity Campus) in Computer Science & Engineering, where I maintained a GPA of 9.0/10.0, showcasing my commitment to academic excellence alongside professional growth. Let's connect and explore opportunities to leverage my skills and expertise in backend development to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions! Feel free to reach out via LinkedIn or email at vikasum13@gmail.com
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend-focused Software Engineer with expertise in SaaS and distributed systems.
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Experience: 4 yrs 9 mos
Skills
- Artificial Intelligence (ai)
- Cloud Computing
- Backend Development
Career Highlights
- Expert in backend development with Java and Spring Boot.
- Proven track record in optimizing API performance and scalability.
- Strong experience in mentoring and team collaboration.
Work Experience
Smartsheet
Senior Software Engineer (2 mos)
Guidewire Software
Software Engineer II (1 yr 5 mos)
HomeLane
Software Development Engineer -II (1 yr 1 mo)
Software Development Engineer (2 yrs 1 mo)
SDE intern (1 mo)
Education
BE - Bachelor of Engineering at PES University
Pre University at Basaveshwara College of Arts, Science and Commerce, 2nd Block, Rajajinagar, Bangalore-10