Balaji Gapat

Product Engineer

Pune, Maharashtra, India2 yrs 3 mos experience

Key Highlights

Expert in designing scalable microservices architectures.
Proficient in mentoring and teaching Java concepts.
Strong problem-solving skills in collaborative environments.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend Developer specializing in Java and Spring Boot for SaaS and E-commerce applications.

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Skills

Core Skills

Java DevelopmentSpring BootMysqlHibernateJava

Other Skills

RESTful APIsSpring SecurityMavenAgile methodologiesGitGitHubQuality AssuranceCommunicationProject PlanningProject ManagementProblem SolvingAnalytical ThinkingCollaboration and TeamworkMathematics and PhysicsTechnical Documentation

About

Experienced Java Developer with a solid background in designing and implementing scalable microservices architectures using Spring Boot, MySQL, and Redis. Proficient in core Java concepts, including OOP, exception handling, collections, and multithreading, with additional expertise in Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, Spring Security, Hibernate, Spring AOP, and REST API development. Skilled in integrating and teaching Java 8 features such as lambda expressions, streams, and the new Date-Time API, ensuring efficient and readable code. Experienced in debugging and troubleshooting Java Spring Boot applications, providing one-on-one support to students and developers, and leading study sessions to enhance understanding and performance. Possess basic knowledge of JavaScript and React.js, allowing for a comprehensive approach to full-stack development. Demonstrated ability to mentor and assist learners in mastering complex topics, resulting in improved coding proficiency and project execution. Adept at collaborating with team members to develop curriculum materials and lesson plans, fostering a productive and engaging learning environment. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Experience

2 yrs 3 mos

Total Experience

11 mos

Average Tenure

5 mos

Current Experience

Swift plm services

PLM Engineer

Jan 2026 – Present · 5 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Windchill Customization

Rak softech

Back End Developer

Aug 2024 – Dec 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Major Duties:
1) API Development:
Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure RESTful APIs using Spring Boot.
Implement API versioning, request validation, and exception handling.
2) Spring Boot Framework:
Utilize Spring Boot for rapid application development with embedded servers and out-of-the-box configurations.
3) Spring Security Implementation:
Secure APIs using Spring Security by configuring authentication and authorization mechanisms.
Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and token-based security (JWT or OAuth2).
4) Database Management with Hibernate:
Develop and manage database entities using Hibernate ORM for seamless interaction with MySQL or other databases.
Optimize database queries and ensure database transaction management.
5) Tool Integration:
Integrate various tools and libraries (Mail API, logging frameworks) for advanced functionality.
Use Maven or Gradle for dependency management and build automation.
6) Backend and Frontend Integration:
Collaborate with frontend teams to integrate APIs with UI applications, ensuring seamless communication.
Debug and resolve API-related issues using logging and monitoring tools.
7) Version Control and Agile Practices:
Follow Agile methodologies using tools like JIRA for task management and sprint planning.
Utilize Git and GitHub for version control and code collaboration.
Success Highlights from Projects:
1) Employee Leave Management System:
Successfully built the backend using Spring Boot, MySQL, and Hibernate.
Implemented secure email notifications through Mail API and ensured logging for better debugging and monitoring.
2) E-commerce Website for Spray Insecticide Pumps:
Designed and optimized the product catalog APIs using Spring Boot and Hibernate.
Ensured seamless integration with the frontend, providing a robust product listing and search functionality.

Java DevelopmentSpring BootRESTful APIsSpring SecurityHibernateMySQL+4

Geeksforgeeks

Java backend intern

Jan 2024 – Jul 2024 · 6 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Major Duties:
E-commerce Platform Development:
Designed and developed the backend for an e-commerce platform using Spring Boot, Hibernate, and MySQL.
Implemented features like product catalog management, search functionality, product filtering, and sorting.
API Development for E-commerce Operations:
Created RESTful APIs to manage products, categories, and orders.
Developed secure APIs for managing customer accounts, user authentication, and order processing.
Database Design and Optimization:
Modeled and optimized the database schema using Hibernate for managing product details, pricing, inventory, and transactions.
Ensured efficient database queries for fast product searches and filtering options.
Security Implementation:
Secured the platform using Spring Security to protect user data, manage user roles (admin, customer), and enable safe authentication using JWT or OAuth2.
Frontend and Backend Collaboration:
Worked closely with the frontend development team to ensure seamless integration between the UI and backend APIs.
Provided API documentation and resolved API-related issues to enhance the user experience.