Huzaifa Banegar — Software Engineer

MY IDEA OF SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT: "A well-designed software product must embody certain key principles: 💾 Robust Database: The system should be built on a strong foundation capable of handling large volumes of data efficiently and follow ACID principle. 👨🏻‍🔧Backend Development: The architecture should adhere to the SOLID principles to ensure maintainability, scalability, and flexibility in the codebase. 🧑🏻‍💻Frontend Development: The user interface should follow the DRY (Don't Repeat Yourself) principle, promoting reusability and reducing redundancy in the code. These are not merely buzzwords; they represent the essence of creating high-quality software." MY JOURNEY: As a Software Developer with over 3 years of experience in MERN stack development, I currently work at Network18 as an SDE-2, where I build scalable internal applications using React, TypeScript, Node.js, and PostgreSQL database. My previous experience at Botpresso and Masai allowed me to leverage technologies like Next.js, React.js, and MongoDB to create web applications from scratch. I excel in collaborative environments, contributing to the end-to-end software development lifecycle. I specialize in designing, maintaining, and delivering seamless user experiences backed by a robust backend and optimized databases. My strong problem-solving skills are reinforced by a solid foundation in Data Structures and Algorithms. Currently, I am pursuing Master of Technology in Computer Software Engineering from Scaler

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Full-Stack Developer with expertise in Media and Educational Technology.

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Experience: 3 yrs 11 mos

Skills

Full-stack Development
Backend Development
Frontend Development
Software Development
Instructional Design

Career Highlights

Over 3 years of experience in MERN stack development.
Expert in building scalable internal applications.
Strong problem-solving skills with a foundation in Data Structures.

Work Experience

Network18 Media & Investments Limited

SDE-2 (1 yr 4 mos)

Botpresso

Software Engineer (1 yr 5 mos)

Masai

Software Developer || Lead IA (10 mos)

Associate SDE || Instructional Associate (4 mos)

Education

Master of Technology - MTech at Scaler

Full Stack developer at Masai

Master of Business Administration - MBA at Welingkar Institute of Management

Bachelor of Engineering - BE at A. P. Shah Institute of Technology, Thane

HSC at The Royal Higher Education Societys College of Arts Science and Commerce,Thane

Secondary Education at Banegar English High school

Huzaifa Banegar

Software Engineer

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India3 yrs 11 mos experience

Key Highlights

Over 3 years of experience in MERN stack development.
Expert in building scalable internal applications.
Strong problem-solving skills with a foundation in Data Structures.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Full-Stack Developer with expertise in Media and Educational Technology.

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Skills

Core Skills

Full-stack DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentFrontend DevelopmentSoftware DevelopmentInstructional Design

Other Skills

ReactReduxTypescriptNode.jsPostgresREST APIsRBACKafkaGCPLiquibaseWordpressFigmaTrelloUI/UXMERN stack

About

Experience

3 yrs 11 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 3 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 4 mos

Current Experience

Network18 media & investments limited

SDE-2

Feb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Developed and maintained Videogram, an internal product using Tech stack: React, Redux, Typescript, Node.js, and
Postgres.
Integrated HLS and Video Editing Cropping feature in ReactJs, to upload and download videos from Live Tv streams
Ensured a smooth user experience while handling large-scale media data from the Network18 team.
Collaborated with the product manager to deliver features to the desired standard.
Conducted POCs and created documentation on Confluence.
Integrated AI APIs into the product.
Implemented REST APIs for RBAC (admin, viewer, and publishers), platform publishing, and cross-platform publishing.
Utilized Kafka to enhance the user experience during media publishing.
Managed Postgres database and employed pgBoss for task scheduling.
Implemented Liquibase for database versioning.
Used GitLab for CI/CD.
Leveraged GCP for media uploading, storage, and retrieval.

ReactReduxTypescriptNode.jsPostgresREST APIs+6

Botpresso

Software Engineer

Aug 2023 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr 5 mos · Berlin, Germany · Remote

Collaborated with the Backend team to ensure smooth and functional product implementation.
Led the entire Frontend development process, successfully creating web applications from scratch.
Developed Wordpress websites as per requirements.
Actively engaged with app users to gather feedback and implement necessary improvements for enhanced performance and user experience.
Worked closely with the UI/UX team to ensure that the application adhered to design standards and provided a seamless user interface.
Utilized Figma to create wireframes and essential designs.
Conducted weekly demos of the application to the SEO team, incorporating their feedback for continuous improvement.
Managed workflow efficiently using Trello cards, ensuring timely

WordpressFigmaTrelloUI/UXFrontend Development

Masai

2 roles

Software Developer || Lead IA

Promoted

Sep 2022 – Jul 2023 · 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Working with Developers and Technical team on products such as LevelUp & Hukumu
Making Interview templates on product according to Marking algorithm and testing it out, so as to make Interview rounds.
Making DSA and MERN stack problem statements and their solutions for the LevelUp platform
Working with Operations team and Curricular team as per requirements.
Working with Plagiarism team, so as to detect any plagiarism done and make reports on it.
Training IAs when needed and giving live demo of the product to users in order to understand it’s working .

MERN stackDSAInterview templatesSoftware Development

Associate SDE || Instructional Associate

Apr 2022 – Aug 2022 · 4 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Working on LMS prod, ensuring sprint activities are completed within stipulated time
Conducting daily problem-solving stand-ups and doubt sessions for over 100 student, on zoom.
Handling and resolving technical queries and doubts for 100+ students on slack.
Taking live coding and DSA curriculum doubts session of students on zoom.
Reviewing student project and delivering lectures whenever required.
Conducting 1 on 1 calendly and pair programming sessions to develop student’s problem-solving skills.

LMSZoomSlackInstructional Design