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Akash Kulthe

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Software engineer passionate about optimizing payment systems and user experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can contribute to impactful projects and grow my technical skills.

I am a dedicated software engineer with a strong foundation from IIT Bombay, where I honed my skills in software development and problem-solving. My recent experience at Pine Labs involved integrating payment gateways and optimizing performance, leading to significant revenue growth and enhanced user experiences. I take pride in my ability to streamline processes and implement robust solutions that not only meet business requirements but also improve team efficiency.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed various projects, including the implementation of user authentication systems and API gateways. My technical expertise spans across Java, SpringBoot, and Docker, among others. I am committed to continuous learning and applying innovative approaches to tackle complex challenges, ensuring high-quality deliverables and improved operational efficiency.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Software Engineer

Pine Labs

Jul 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 1 month)

Integrated Gr4vy Orchestrator with payment checkout to streamline payments, contributing to 20% increase in revenue. Optimized performance using Redis caching and reducing latency by 30% by avoiding repeated calls to the database.

Java SQL Docker Postman Redis Unit Testing REST APIs Microservices

DSMP Mentor

Dakshana Foundation

Jul 2021 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Aimed to facilitate transition of 1st-year students to college environment who were part of the Dakshana Foundation. Interacted with mentees to help them cope with their academic, personal and extra-curricular endeavours.

Mentorship Communication Community Engagement

Coordinator

Entrepreneurship Cell, IIT Bombay

Sep 2020 - Present (5 years 9 months)

Piloted RnD Conclave in E-summit, commercializing 10+ research projects of IIT Bombay; a 100% YoY increase. Managed the Event Networking Arena which had more than 80 start-ups and over 150 investors during E-Summit.

Event Management Networking Team Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Bachelor of Technology, Engineering

Grade: 99.20 percentile in JEE-Advanced, 99.80 percentile in JEE-Main

Activities and societies: Secured first rank in Kho-Kho at Aavhan sports event 2022. Visited over 10 government schools to educate more than 250+ students about IIT and the Dakshana Foundation.

Completed a Bachelor of Technology degree at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. Secured a high percentile in JEE-Advanced and JEE-Main examinations, demonstrating strong academic aptitude.