Jun 2020 – Aug 2020 · 2 mos · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · Remote

• Code2040 is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing racial equity in the tech industry by fostering opportunities for Black and Latinx technologists. Through mentorship, career development programs, and strategic partnerships, Code2040 works to break down systemic barriers that hinder full participation and leadership in the innovation economy. By activating a vast community of technologists, industry leaders, and advocates, the organization creates pathways for diverse talent to thrive, ensuring a more inclusive and equitable tech ecosystem.

May 2020 – Jul 2020 · 2 mos · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

• Developing an innovative, immersive teaching tool that harnesses the power of virtual reality (VR) and machine learning (ML) to enhance presentation skills. This cutting-edge solution creates a simulated environment where users can practice public speaking in realistic settings, receive real-time feedback, and track their progress over time. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, the tool analyzes key presentation aspects such as tone, body language, pacing, and audience engagement, providing actionable insights for improvement. This technology-driven approach aims to revolutionize the way individuals refine their communication skills, making learning more interactive, data-driven, and effective.

Apr 2020 – Dec 2020 · 8 mos · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site

• Developing a Dockerized solution for a compiled MATLAB binary, integrating a Python wrapper to enable seamless interaction with MATLAB functions within Jupyter Notebooks. This approach enhances accessibility, scalability, and ease of deployment, allowing users to execute MATLAB-based computations efficiently in a Python environment without requiring a full MATLAB installation.

Jan 2020 – May 2020 · 4 mos · Greater Pittsburgh Area

• As a Teaching Assistant for the "Rapid Prototyping of Computer Systems" course at Carnegie Mellon University, I assisted in guiding students through the process of designing and building prototypes of computer systems. I supported faculty by providing hands-on mentorship, grading assignments, and helping students troubleshoot complex system design problems. My role involved fostering a collaborative learning environment where students gained practical experience in hardware and software integration, enabling them to quickly iterate and refine their systems to meet project requirements.

Jun 2016 – Jul 2019 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Ballari, Karnataka, India · On-site

• As a key contributor to the development of advanced automation and conversational AI platforms, I played a pivotal role in creating innovative solutions and leading teams to drive success for global clients.
• Led the development and creation of advanced automation and conversational AI platforms for a global leader in AI, cognitive, and autonomic solutions.
• Managed and coordinated the QA team for 1RPA, overseeing task tracking via JIRA and sprint planning to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
• Supervised and mentored a team of developers, providing guidance on feature development and resolving system bugs to maintain software quality and performance.
• Key Achievements:
• Spearheaded the design, development, and delivery of Robotic Process Automation-1RPA (1RPA), a new product built using Spring Boot, Java, MySQL, and microservice/distributed architecture design patterns, incorporating innovative features exclusive to the automation industry.
• Developed the 1RPA studio client-server interaction system, utilizing React, Node.js, and the Electron framework for seamless and efficient communication between client and server.
• Successfully deployed 1RPA globally for over 20 clients, resulting in over $1 million in revenue.
• Designed and implemented a comprehensive end-to-end machine learning pipeline for AI-Digital Employee Amelia, the first virtual agent capable of dynamically shifting conversations and seamlessly transitioning between different contexts.

Jul 2015 – Jun 2016 · 11 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

• Played a critical role in the development of network modules and graphic enhancements for Samsung’s internal IoT OS and Tizen OS, contributing to the performance and usability of key operating systems used across multiple Samsung devices.
• Designed and implemented network modules for Samsung’s internal IoT OS, ensuring seamless connectivity and optimized communication between IoT devices, enabling more efficient data exchange and device management.
• Installed a trickle module and logging system, enhancing system diagnostics and performance monitoring, which allowed for real-time tracking of network activities and efficient debugging.
• Enhanced the Graphic Engine for Tizen OS, a Linux-based mobile operating system, by optimizing rendering performance, improving visual output, and ensuring smooth user interfaces for mobile and smart devices.
• Developed an OpenGL-based virtual reality (VR) application for Tizen OS, showcasing cutting-edge technology for immersive experiences. The application was exclusively presented to senior executives at Samsung’s headquarters to demonstrate Tizen’s potential in VR and multimedia applications.

Aug 2014 – Jul 2015 · 11 mos · Kolkata Area, India · On-site

• We organize events and workshops on topics such as Android development, Digital Marketing, Cloud Computing, and more, with a primary focus on bridging the gap between university education and industry skills. Our goal is to provide students with hands-on training in these areas. As organizers, we coordinate with industry facilitators to deliver valuable learning experiences. As ambassadors, we have had the privilege of connecting with entrepreneurs, tech professionals, and market analysts, sharing their expertise with our university community to ensure students are equipped with the skills needed to be industry-ready.

May 2014 – Jul 2014 · 2 mos · Bangalore,india

• Worked with Software Defined Radios (SDRs) using GNU Radio, an open-source development toolkit that offers signal processing blocks to build SDRs and signal processing systems. Utilized Ettus USRP2 hardware for external hardware integration. Successfully implemented an FM receiver and conducted testing of Wi-Fi transmitter/receiver functionality on the system.

May 2013 – Jul 2013 · 2 mos · Bangalore · On-site

• Implemented multithreaded programming in Java, focusing on optimizing concurrency and ensuring thread safety. Utilized the Road Runner framework to detect and analyze concurrency-related issues such as race conditions, deadlocks, and synchronization errors. Gained in-depth knowledge of multithreading challenges, including thread contention, resource locking, and potential execution bottlenecks. Developed strategies to identify, debug, and mitigate these issues, improving the reliability and performance of concurrent applications.