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Nilay Shah

@nilayspshah

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Experienced software developer with a passion for scalable applications.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges my technical skills and offers opportunities for leadership and innovation.

I am a software developer with over 9 years of experience in building robust, scalable applications primarily using Java and Python. My journey has been marked by a proven track record of delivering high-quality solutions that meet unstructured business requirements. I thrive in both individual contributor and team lead roles, showcasing my versatility in various capacities.

At FundsMap Private Limited, I developed an application that provides real-time stock updates to over 75,000 users, including major BFSI companies in India. This application leverages cutting-edge AI technologies to summarize and enrich updates from numerous sources, reaching over 30 million people regularly. My experience also includes developing an Algorithmic Trading system and a utility application for stock brokers, which has been adopted by approximately 20% of stock brokers in India.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Software Developer

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FundsMap Private Limited

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Developed an application that delivers real-time, summarized updates for stocks via WhatsApp, utilizing cutting-edge AI to filter and enrich information from various sources. This application is directly used by over 75,000 users, including major BFSI companies in India, and its updates reach over 30 million people regularly through business integrations.

Python React AI Payment Gateways Notification Channels

Platform Developer

Education Financial Firm

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Developed a platform for transactions of various securities products, which involved real-time quote collection and matching. Integrated APIs from multiple vendors, including Payment Gateways, Digital KYC, and Banking services.

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Algorithmic Trading System Developer

Brokerage Firm

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Developed an Algorithmic Trading system for a boutique brokerage firm, involving coding custom strategies, communication with exchanges, and order slicing. Also developed a utility application for stock brokers to aid back-office tasks of fetching files from exchanges, which is now used by approximately 20% of all stock brokers in India.

Python PostgreSQL Docker Algorithmic Trading Custom Strategies Exchange

Senior Manager

Morgan Stanley

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)

Worked on the Equity Swaps Trading system, which enabled transactions of derivatives called Equity Swaps. Developed a system that acted as a bridge between a legacy system and a new system.

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Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering, Information Technology

Studied Information Technology at Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering, affiliated with Mumbai University. Gained foundational knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of information technology.

CFA Institute

CFA Level 1, Finance

Completed CFA Level 1 in 2019, gaining a strong understanding of investment tools, asset classes, and wealth management. This certification enhanced knowledge in financial analysis and investment principles.