Shobhit Agarwal — Software Engineer

I am a Software Engineer with a strong focus on crafting resilient and scalable backend architectures. My career thrives on the flexibility of remote work, enabling me to maximize productivity while saving valuable time. While my expertise primarily resides in backend development, I've ventured into frontend and infrastructure domains, continuously expanding my skill set. One of my notable achievements was spearheading the successful upgrade of a monolithic application's RDS from MySQL 5.7 to 8. This complex task demanded meticulous planning, seamless coordination with cross-functional teams, and a commitment to minimal system downtime and disruption. Additionally, I played a pivotal role in conceiving and developing a new application from scratch. I meticulously align features with business requirements and offer invaluable insights from the user's perspective. My responsibilities also encompass swift feature delivery in line with go-to-market strategies, as well as mentoring junior team members in upholding code quality and reliability. As a language-independent software developer, I emphasize grasping the fundamental framework of development and the intricate interplay of components. This approach empowers me to implement solutions in any programming language, always considering the merits and limitations of each. My tool selection prioritizes alignment with design requirements over personal preference. With a diverse background spanning backend architecture, migration planning, and product development, I bring a holistic skill set to every project. My motivation is rooted in the pursuit of software engineering excellence, with a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions that positively impact end-users and contribute to the success of the products I'm involved in. Beyond my professional endeavors, I have a fervor for cricket, both as a player and spectator. Exploring new places and engaging in adventurous activities like paragliding, trekking, and scuba diving invigorate my spirit. Crime and thriller novels captivate my interest, and I relish weekend outings and gatherings as a means to unwind and connect with others.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend-focused Software Engineer with experience in SaaS and Cloud Computing.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Experience: 9 yrs 2 mos

Skills

Back-end Web Development
Cloud Computing
Mysql
Node.js

Career Highlights

Led successful MySQL upgrade with minimal downtime.
Designed backend architecture for a new platform from scratch.
Mentored juniors to uphold code quality and reliability.

Work Experience

Stripe

Software Engineer (2 yrs 9 mos)

HackerRank

Senior Software Engineer (5 mos)

Software Development Engineer 2 (1 yr 6 mos)

Software AG

Software Engineer 1 (1 yr 2 mos)

Research And Development Intern (5 mos)

Gradeup (Gradestack Learning Pvt Ltd)

Node.js Internship (3 mos)

Nibble Computer Society

CTC & Representative (1 yr 3 mos)

Programmer (3 yrs 6 mos)

Cupido

Node.js Intern (1 mo)

Zester

Android and Node.js Developer (5 mos)

Hopaka

Android Developer Intern (2 mos)

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech at JSS ACADEMY OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION, NOIDA

Shobhit Agarwal

Software Engineer

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India9 yrs 2 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Led successful MySQL upgrade with minimal downtime.
Designed backend architecture for a new platform from scratch.
Mentored juniors to uphold code quality and reliability.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend-focused Software Engineer with experience in SaaS and Cloud Computing.

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Skills

Core Skills

Back-end Web DevelopmentCloud ComputingMysqlNode.js

Other Skills

JavaScriptProblem SolvingAmazon Web Services (AWS)Project ManagementETLAirflowCode ReviewJavaAndroid DevelopmentData StructuresAlgorithmsWeb DevelopmentProgrammingAndroidPHP

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Experience

9 yrs 2 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 7 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 9 mos

Current Experience

Stripe

Software Engineer

Sep 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Hackerrank

2 roles

Senior Software Engineer

Apr 2023 – Sep 2023 · 5 mos

JavaScriptBack-End Web DevelopmentCloud Computing

Software Development Engineer 2

Sep 2021 – Mar 2023 · 1 yr 6 mos

● HackerRank Engage
● Designed and built the backend architecture for HackerRank Engage Platform from scratch.
● Built features by aligning them with business requirements.
● Provided substantial input in product development and design from the consumers' point of view.
● Ensured rapid delivery of features to meet the product's go-to-market (GTM) plan.
● Guided juniors to maintain code quality and reliability of the new product
● Led the development on Node.js-based Nestjs framework, defining best practices for the team.
● Worked with DevOps to set up production and development infrastructure for the product.
● MySQL 8 Upgrade/Migration
● Led the upgrade/migration of the HackerRank Monolith from MySQL 5.7 to 8.
● Devised a migration plan involving multiple applications and RDS instances.
● Planned downtime for the migration window and conducted impact analysis and avoidance.
● Coordinated with multiple resource owners to analyze the impact.
● Created and executed a phase-wise migration plan for lower and production environments.
● Candidate Prep Portal
● Designed and built a new application extending the existing system.
● Delivered a market-fit product within a quarter.
● Provided input for overall product development from a candidate's point of view.
● Others
● Created and maintained an ETL pipeline using Airflow.
● Conducted proof of concepts (POCs) on EDA using Kafka and logging using Newrelic.