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Ashish Hardas

@ashishhardas

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Skilled Software Developer with a master’s in Business Analytics.

Ireland

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a dynamic role that fosters growth and innovation, where I can leverage my analytical skills and contribute to impactful projects.

I am a skilled Software Developer with a master’s degree in Business Analytics and over three years of experience in problem-solving, requirement engineering, and process modeling. My background includes significant contributions in the FinTech and EdTech sectors, where I have honed my skills in SQL and database concepts. I thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions that enhance user experiences.

In my recent role as a Research Assistant at University College Cork, I have been responsible for overseeing business operations related to the software development lifecycle for various digital platforms. My experience includes diagnosing API integration issues and implementing error handling patterns, which have significantly improved operational efficiency. Previously, as a Product Development Engineer at Razorpay, I played a key role in enhancing the customer onboarding process, achieving a 25% increase in efficiency through data-driven strategies and innovative solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Research Assistant

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University College Cork

Jul 2024 - Present (10 months)

Planned and oversaw business operations related to the software development lifecycle for multiple digital platforms, including web and mobile. Diagnosed and resolved issues related to API integrations, working with both API consumers and providers. Implemented error handling patterns and managed message queuing processes using tools like Apache Kafka.

API Integration Apache Kafka Software Development Lifecycle Web Development Mobile Development

Product Data Analyst

ML Skills Academy

Mar 2024 - Jul 2024 (4 months)

Created mockups for each module and worked on enhancing the learning experience on the interactive sandbox, tailoring industry-specific projects for accelerating skill development. Collaborated with stakeholders to gather and refine requirements, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Requirements Gathering Content Creation Technical Project Management

Product Development Engineer-1

Razorpay Services Private Limited

Jul 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years 1 month)

Contributed to the development of the Card Management System, which increased customer onboarding by 25% for merchant applications. Conducted detailed analysis of merchant data and performed root cause analysis to streamline onboarding processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in onboarding time.

Data Analysis Root Cause Analysis MySQL Gap Analysis Backlog Grooming Sprint Planning Customer Feedback Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University College Cork

Master of Science, Business Analytics

Grade: 2:1

Completed a Master of Science in Business Analytics, focusing on programming for data, descriptive and predictive analytics, and prescriptive analytics. Gained expertise in design thinking for business analysis and the application of business analytics in practice.

MIT World Peace University

Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science and Engineering

Grade: 8.27 CGPA

Obtained a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering. Studied modules including Statistical Methods, Database Management System, User Interface and User Experience Design, Python Programming, Machine Learning, and Software Development Lifecycle.