Nikhil Chandra Balne

Software Engineer

Hyderabad, Telangana, India4 yrs 6 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Expert in both frontend and backend development.
  • Proficient in Test-Driven Development (TDD) methodologies.
  • Skilled in building scalable microservices applications.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fullstack Software Engineer specializing in Fintech and SaaS applications.

Contact

balne.nikhil.chandra@gmail.comLinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

ReactGraphqlGolangSpring BootNode.jsGrpcDockerMaterial-uiJava

Other Skills

API DevelopmentAgile DevelopmentAgile Software DevelopmentApache KafkaApplication DevelopmentCascading Style Sheets (CSS)Code ReviewCommunicationComputer EngineeringComputer ScienceDatabasesDesign PatternsDynatraceE-CommerceFintech

About

Experienced software engineer with over 3 years of expertise and Hands-on experience in both frontend and backend development, adhering to the Test-Driven Development (TDD) approach. Thrives in collaborative and agile environments. Skilled in using Git for version control and operating in CI/CD environments. Proficient in Java, OOPS, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and Golang. Specialized in developing user interfaces using React and Material-UI, coupled with expertise in Jest, React Testing Library, and Cypress for robust unit and integration testing. Adept at building scalable microservices applications with Spring Boot, Golang, and Node.js, with a focus on efficient data integration using GraphQL. Well-versed in MongoDB, SQL, and database management to ensure data integrity. Committed to staying updated with industry trends and best practices, demonstrating confidence in developing superior user interfaces and scalable backend applications. Optimizes performance and troubleshoots bugs. Always eager to explore new technologies and techniques for continuous improvement.

Experience

4 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 6 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 4 mos
Current Experience

Marriott tech accelerator

Software Engineer

Feb 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Hybrid

  • Built and managed GraphQL powered cart, order, payments, and group booking features for Marriott. Developed and maintained a performant supergraph for routing requests to subgraphs and backend microservices. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate efficient API interactions and enhanced the customer-facing UI using React, TypeScript. Drove improvements in code quality, scalability, and system observability.
GraphQLReactTypeScriptAPI DevelopmentUser Interface Design

Zemoso technologies

3 roles

Software Engineer - 2

Promoted

Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 · 1 yr · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Remote

  • Designed and implemented foundational microservices using gRPC and REST architectures in Golang and Spring Boot, ensuring seamless and reliable inter-service communication.
  • Engineered PCI-compliant Fintech service from conception to deployment to meet diverse customer demands using Golang. Orchestrated seamless integrations with leading payment service providers such as Stripe, Checkout etc. alongside card networks like VISA, Cybersource leveraging our established connections.
  • Developed client-side web pages and user interfaces for features such as Service Accounts, AWS Lambda Functions, and Data Management and Governance modules.
  • Automated Markdown generation for SDKs by creating custom scripts and libraries, enabling documentation in six languages.
  • Actively participated in production deployments, conducted log monitoring, and contributed to bug fixes in collaboration with the team.
GolangSpring BootgRPCRESTFintech

Software Engineer - 1

Promoted

Jul 2023 – Dec 2023 · 5 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Remote

  • Developed and optimized backend services such as a PII de-identification service using a Large Language Model (LLM) and integrated it with internal services via gRPC. Deployed these solutions efficiently using a CI/CD workflow and Docker.
  • Enhanced performance of a critical service by implementing caching strategies and developing an Apache Kafka Spring Boot microservice for event-driven communication, achieving a 40% reduction in memory consumption.
  • Built a Node.js middleware for backend gRPC microservices, integrated with GraphQL, and improved data retrieval rates by 30% for user interactions via GraphQL APIs.
gRPCDockerApache KafkaNode.js

Associate Software Engineer

Apr 2022 – Jun 2023 · 1 yr 2 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Remote

  • Engineered 40+ custom reusable components using React and Material UI, reducing redundant codebase size by 8% and enhancing the app’s efficiency.
  • Developed a Monaco editor-powered code editor using React, empowering customers to securely create custom data governance policies and Lambda function code for handling data transfers between systems.
  • Collaborated with diverse teams to develop multiple features and widgets across various SDKs.
ReactMaterial-UIJavaScript

Accenture in india

Application Development Associate

Sep 2021 – Apr 2022 · 7 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India · Hybrid

  • Enhanced skills in Java, Spring Boot, and React through active participation in upskilling initiatives.
  • Demonstrated a proactive approach to problem-solving by identifying and resolving customer issues promptly.
  • Involved in the development API’s and user interfaces, delivering essential results for key functionalities.
JavaSpring BootReact

Education

Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering and Technology

Bachelor of Technology - BTech — Electronics and Communications Engineering

Sep 2017 – Jul 2021

Sri Chaitanya Junior Kalasala

Intermediate

Mar 2015 – Jun 2017

St Ann's High School

10th Standard

Mar 2014 – Mar 2015

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