abay raj
@abayraj
Full-stack software engineer specializing in Ruby on Rails, React, Next.js, and scalable web applications.
What I'm looking for
I am a full-stack software engineer experienced in building and maintaining web applications using Ruby on Rails, React, Next.js and the MERN stack. I design and implement RESTful features, integrate third-party APIs, and build scalable backend workflows—highlighted by production-ready influencer dashboards, automated content processing pipelines, and performance optimizations that improved user engagement.
I collaborate across functions to turn data into product improvements, using Metabase and custom SQL to inform decisions and leverage AI-assisted workflows for efficiency. I have delivered end-to-end projects including responsive leaderboards, image-generation pipelines stored via Active Storage, geolocation integrations, and full site development for clients.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software Engineer
Katha-ads (Unizone / Ignite Platform)
Jan 2025 - Jan 2026 (1 year)
Implemented backend workflows to scrape and convert approved news into image-based cards, improved page load via image lazy loading, and built responsive leaderboard and influencer showcase features that increased user engagement and supported data-driven ad campaign decisions.
Freelance Developer
UrbanCraftAlliance India
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Designed, developed, deployed, and maintained a full website for a construction company, delivering a production-ready web presence and ongoing maintenance.
Full-Stack Intern
Katha - Sharing Stories, Scaling Impact
Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 (2 months)
Integrated newsdata.io API into a Ruby on Rails app to deliver real-time news updates and documented key Rails development insights to improve frontend engagement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MES College Kalanthod
Bachelor of Computer Application, Computer Science
2023 - 2023
Began Bachelor of Computer Application (Computer Science) studies at MES College Kalanthod from August 2023 until discontinuation in December 2023.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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