Akarsh Rai
@akarshrai
I build reliable Scala and Java backend platforms and AI developer tooling.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
At Porch Group, I build Java and Scala services for a home warranty platform covering contracts, claims, and service requests. I also create Claude skills and MCP servers that automate architecture review, code review, implementation, merge-request creation, and deployment monitoring.
Previously at HERE Technologies, I owned an orchestration service central to map production, composing published maps from 32 data layers. I built Java and Spring Boot APIs, GitLab CI/CD pipelines, CloudWatch observability, and AWS automation to improve release confidence and platform reliability.
At JPMorgan Chase, I delivered backend services, reconciliation systems, APIs, and batch jobs for high-volume debit transaction processing. I care about clean error boundaries, type-safe APIs, meaningful tests, and systems that stay correct under load.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Design and build Java/Scala backend services for the home warranty platform — contract management, claims intake, and service request workflows — partnering with product to turn warranty business rules into resilient, well-tested services with strong domain modeling and type safety, owned from design through production release.
Build and maintain a suite of internal Claude skills that automate th
Owned the orchestration service at the center of HERE's map production pipeline, composing the final published map from 32 distinct data layers — each fed by its own upstream microservice — and applying validation, filtering, and consistency checks before release.
Designed and developed RESTful APIs in Java and Spring Boot for the orchestration layer, coordinating fan-in from dozens of upstream
Engineered backend services for the Debit Network platform, delivering software changes across card-brand and issuer integrations including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PULSE (Discover), and Bank of America — each with distinct transaction rules and processing requirements.
Built and maintained ledger and transaction reconciliation systems responsible for matching, balancing, and settling
Developed frontend features for education technology products using Angular 10, translating design concepts and requirements into working, tested interfaces.
Implemented application logic in JavaScript and TypeScript, delivering work in an Agile sprint model alongside design and QA.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Information Technology
2016 - 2020
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
IndiaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
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