Hrithik Gavankar

Software Engineer

Pune, Maharashtra, India3 yrs 10 mos experience

AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

Expert in scalable web development and AI-driven UI.
Significant contributions to open-source design systems.
Proven track record in optimizing performance and user experience.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS-focused Fullstack Engineer with expertise in scalable web applications and AI integration.

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Skills

Core Skills

React.jsNode.jsOpen-source SoftwareReact

Other Skills

Vue.jsNuxt.jsSEOGenerative AILlama stackGitLab CI/CDOpenShiftPatternFlyPatternFly-ReactNestJSMongoDBGraphQLRedisGeoFenceGamification

About

👋 Hi there! I’m a Software Engineer at Red Hat with 4 years of experience building scalable, secure, and high-performance web platforms. I specialize in crafting engaging digital experiences, contributing to open source design systems, and exploring AI-powered UI innovation. At Red Hat, I contribute to the Product Security Center and actively maintain open source libraries like PatternFly, PatternFly-React, and the Red Hat Design System—driving UI consistency, accessibility, and reusability across large-scale enterprise applications. I’m currently focused on NextGen UI development, working on generative UI patterns, MCP server implementation, and exploring the Llama stack to integrate AI into the future of frontend engineering. 💡 Core Skills: Frontend: React.js, Vue.js, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS, Material UI, PatternFly Backend & Data: Node.js, NestJS, MongoDB, GraphQL, Redis Testing & Tools: React Testing Library, Jest, Docker, GitLab CI/CD ✔️ I’m committed to delivering user-centered, high-impact solutions while pushing boundaries at the intersection of frontend, scalability, and AI. 🚀 Always open to collaboration, challenges, and open source contributions!

Experience

3 yrs 10 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 5 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 5 mos

Current Experience

Red hat

Software Engineer

Dec 2024 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

1. Scalable Web Development for Red Hat Security Portals
Led high-performance UI development for the Red Hat Product Security Center using React.js (CSR), Vue.js, and Nuxt.js (SSR). Optimized applications for SEO, search efficiency, and user experience across Security Advisories, CVE Database, and Errata. Architected scalable solutions supporting millions of daily customer interactions with a strong focus on performance and reliability.
2. Next-Gen UI & AI-Driven Development
Contributing to NextGen UI initiatives, integrating generative UI patterns and exploring AI-driven capabilities using the Llama stack to build intelligent, adaptive interfaces. Actively deploying AI-enabled applications and integrating NextGen UI across multiple Red Hat products, expanding the adoption of AI-powered generative experiences throughout the organization.
3. CI/CD & DevOps Integration
Streamlined deployment, testing, and release workflows using GitLab CI/CD pipelines, enabling fast, automated, and reliable delivery cycles. Managed deployments via Lightrail (internal Red Hat deployment platform), SSR platforms, and OpenShift, ensuring production-grade scalability and stability.
4. Open Source Contributions & Design Systems
Contributed to PatternFly, PatternFly-React, CP-Elements, and the Red Hat Design System, driving UI consistency, reusability, and design standardization across the Red Hat product ecosystem while actively supporting open-source collaboration.

React.jsVue.jsNuxt.jsNode.jsOpen-Source Software

Raw engineering

Associate Application Engineer (Fullstack)

Jul 2022 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

1. Multi-League Integration & Customization
Integrated NBA, Greek, and EuroLeague, delivering personalized team data, live updates, and localized content for teams like Chicago Bulls, Memphis Grizzlies, and Panathinaikos B.C.
2. Optimized Backend & Data Flow
Designed a high-performance backend with Node.js, NestJS, and MongoDB, ensuring real-time sync for live stats, player tracking, and ticket sales. Reduced API response times by 30%.
3. UI Development & Cost Optimization
Built a React Admin Dashboard handling millions of records and developed a custom GeoFence UI, eliminating third-party tools and cutting costs by 15-20% monthly.
4. Fan Engagement & Gamification
Developed interactive stadium maps, geofencing-based content, and gamified experiences like Drops game, boosting user engagement and retention.
5. Scalable Microservices & APIs
Built GraphQL & REST microservices, integrating Ticketmaster, Vimeo, and Contentstack CMS. Implemented rate-limiting, caching (Redis), and job processing (SQS, RabbitMQ) for high-traffic game days.
6. Performance & System Optimization
Improved React API batching, cutting frontend load times by 50%. Led memory leak fixes, enhancing uptime and reducing infrastructure costs.