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Abhinav Hardikar

@abhinavhardikar

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Windows Endpoint software engineer with more than 1M+ endpoint running my software over the world

India

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking an opportunity with a startup or small company where I can continue to grow both technically and professionally, while making a meaningful impact. I’m excited to contribute to a team that values ownership, learning, and collaboration, and to help drive the company toward its goals.

I am a computer engineer at heart. Solving issues using a computer is my skill. This skill helped me create multiple products from scratch which are now installed on 1M+ computers. I am searching for my next challenge preferably in the field of AI.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Staff SDE

Current

Zscaler Inc

Dec 2024 - Present (6 months)

Created the Zscaler ITDR Server Agent to analyze Active Directory passwords and detect weak credentials. Developed a CI/CD agnostic system for seamless migration of source code from Bitbucket to GitLab, and designed a driverless solution for the Deception Agent that reduced false positives.

Staff Engineer

Zscaler Inc

Sep 2024 - Dec 2024 (3 months)

Developed an Identity Protection Agent to enhance system defenses against credential breaches. Collaborated with multiple teams to ensure timely delivery and mentored team members for professional growth.

C#C C++Go Cybersecurity Team Collaboration Mentorship Software Development Identity Protection System Security

Senior Software Engineer 2

Zscaler Inc

Apr 2022 - Sep 2024 (2 years 5 months)

Played a key role in the development and launch of Zscaler ITDR for Windows, improving detection capabilities. Enhanced the Landmine agent for better data gathering and developed an automated testing framework.

C#C C++Go Windows ETW ITDR Cybersecurity Automated Testing Software Development Endpoint Security

Senior Software Engineer 1

Zscaler Inc

Jun 2021 - Apr 2022 (10 months)

Led a team of five after the acquisition of Smokescreen Technologies, improving team output and integrating the Deception Agent into Zscaler’s Client Connector to enhance security capabilities.

C#C C++Go Team Leadership Endpoint Security Cybersecurity Software Development Integration Project Management

Software Engineer

Smokescreen Technologies

Jan 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Developed the Landmine endpoint agent from scratch for multiple operating systems. Gained independence and rapid domain expertise in a startup environment, focusing on timely project delivery.

C#C C++Go Windows ETW Linux Cybersecurity Software Development Project Delivery Customer Support MacOS

Jr. Software Engineer

Deutsche Telekom Clinical Solutions

Jan 2015 - Jan 2018 (3 years)

Contributed to various projects including WinForms applications and a hybrid iPad app. Led a team to develop a next-generation web app using AngularJS and Typescript.