Saurabh Krishan

Software Engineer

Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India3 yrs 7 mos experience
AI ML PractitionerAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Led impactful CRM migration reducing costs by 80%
  • Architected AI support bot automating thousands of queries
  • Mentored over 10 interns, enhancing team capabilities
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend-focused Software Engineer in the Education sector with expertise in scalable systems.

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Skills

Core Skills

Back-end Web DevelopmentPythonSystems Design

Other Skills

Data PipelinesWorkflow IntegrationsOpenAI APILangChainAPI DevelopmentRedisMySQLRuby on RailsC++Distributed SystemsAmazon Web Services (AWS)React.jsPostgreSQLMongoDBNode.js

About

Backend-focused Software Engineer with 3+ years of experience designing and scaling production systems used by 100K+ learners at Scaler Academy. I've built and optimized critical backend services — including CRM migrations, AI-driven support automation (OpenAI + LangChain), and high-performance data pipelines — delivering measurable impact like 80% cost reduction and 70% lower support load. My core expertise spans Python, Ruby on Rails, Node.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, React.js and distributed system design, with a strong focus on reliability, observability, and performance. Passionate about building scalable platforms and mentoring engineers to deliver high-quality, production-grade solutions.

Experience

3 yrs 7 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 7 mos
Average Tenure
3 yrs 7 mos
Current Experience

Scaler

3 roles

Software Engineer 2

Promoted

Jan 2024Present · 2 yrs 4 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

  • I work across the Core Learning, Admin, and Support Bot teams, owning backend architecture and platform reliability for high-scale learner systems.
  • Introduced & launched the Neovarsity Degree Program within the AIML track, contributing to 100+ sales and earning the Needle Mover Award for business impact.
  • Led the migration from Zendesk to Kapture CRM, designing data pipelines and workflow integrations that enabled a smooth transition and reduced support tooling cost by ~80%.
  • Architected and deployed an AI-powered support bot using ChatGPT + function calling, automating thousands of queries monthly and significantly reducing manual ticket volume.
  • Built an internal Admin Sync Tool to reconcile learner attendance, problem-solving stats, and course progress—eliminating most engineering dependencies for support teams.
  • Contributed to building the in-house Enrolment Agreement PDF workflow (DocuSign-style), helping automate contract generation for mentee onboarding
  • Optimized multiple admin-facing syncing APIs by implementing bulk imports, eliminating N+1 queries, and improving response times for high-traffic operational workflows.
  • Automated NPS detractor ticket creation, enabling timely recovery workflows and improving support responsiveness.
  • Collaborated on the backend modularization of the Course Pause/Reset Automation system, enabling >95% automation of ~1200 weekly manual requests and significantly reducing Ops workload.
  • Resolved 400+ support tickets by proactively identifying recurring issues and implementing long-term service improvements, leading to a 70% reduction in ticket inflow.
  • Mentored 10+ interns, guiding them through project execution and best practices. Also conducted 30+ interviews to support hiring initiatives.
Back-End Web DevelopmentPython

Software Engineer

Oct 2022Jan 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

  • Designed and implemented an Attendance Streak feature to increase learner engagement by tracking and rewarding consistent class participation.
  • Built Cue Card systems to assist instructors during live lectures, improving delivery consistency and post-class survey participation.
  • Led back-end development for Scaler School of Technology dashboards, enabling seamless course and student management for internal stakeholders.
  • Drove the development of Scaler Neovarsity, collaborating cross-functionally with product, design, and operations teams to deliver a scalable and modular platform.
  • Received the All-Rounder Performance award for impactful contributions across multiple domains, including product development, system optimization, support automation, and team mentorship.
RedisMySQLBack-End Web DevelopmentSystems Design

Software Engineer Intern

Jan 2022Oct 2022 · 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

  • Part of the Classroom-Tech team at Scaler Academy, responsible for end-to-end development and optimization of classroom-related systems impacting thousands of learners.
  • Built and deployed bulk operations for class timing adjustments and deletions, reducing Ops team workload by 30% and saving over 15 hours per week through automation.
  • Optimized query performance for streak mailers, cutting execution time by 50%, and improved merged class view page load speeds by 40%, significantly enhancing user experience and platform efficiency.
Systems DesignRuby on RailsBack-End Web Development

Education

ABV-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management

Bachelor of Technology - BTech — Computer Science

Jul 2018May 2022

Ch. Chhabil Dass Public School

Jan 2006Jan 2018

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