Rajit Sarkar
@rajs
Senior software engineer specializing in Python/Django and full-stack systems.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience building and maintaining Python and Django applications, and a strong background in systems and C/C++ development. I have contributed to public-sector projects for the Library of Congress and National Library of Medicine and delivered reliable, reusable code across multiple teams.
I have a decade-plus history as a technical consultant and developer, writing modular Django apps, performing peer code reviews, translating business requirements into technical specifications, and participating in Agile delivery. My work spans web application architecture, backend systems, and integrations using Java, C#, and C++.
I prioritize clean, maintainable code and collaborative engineering practices, and I consistently deliver high-quality solutions for clients in government, media, healthcare, and enterprise environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ARMaintained and improved systems for retrieving and adding metadata to House and Senate legislation, delivering admin tools and integrations for Congress.gov, Loc.gov and related projects to improve data accuracy and access.
Python Developer
Quotient
Jul 2018 - Jun 2019 (11 months)
Built and maintained multiple Django websites and provided technical expertise for the National Library of Medicine, delivering projects such as Directory of History of Medicine Collections and Exhibit Asset Manager.
Technical Consultant
Celerity
Oct 2011 - May 2018 (6 years 7 months)
Authored robust Python/Django code, developed reusable pluggable apps, conducted code reviews, and translated business requirements into technical specs while delivering high-quality web solutions for clients including AAMC and National Geographic.
Web Applications Developer
Mouth Watering Media
Jan 2010 - May 2011 (1 year 4 months)
Architected agile, data-driven large-scale web applications and led technical work on sites including DowntownHouston.org and timeline.centennial.rice.edu to improve user engagement and scalability.
Technical Consultant
Autonomy
Jun 2007 - Jun 2008 (1 year)
Supported and maintained application solutions for clients including financial traders and call centers, integrated Java web applications, troubleshot bugs, and assisted in sales execution and regulatory deployments.
Software Developer
Kinesix
Oct 2005 - Jun 2007 (1 year 8 months)
Resolved technical issues for aerospace and process control prospects, created demo displays in C/C++/C#, modified installer shell scripts, and worked with ODBC, OLE and OPC integrations.
System Software Developer
Universal Computer Systems
Oct 2002 - Oct 2005 (3 years)
Designed, coded, tested and maintained system-level Windows programs and middleware for embedded and enterprise environments, including PC health monitoring and POWER Server environments.
Problem Resolution Specialist
Convergys
Jul 2002 - Oct 2002 (3 months)
Interfaced with customers via inbound calls and the Internet to resolve technical and account issues, improving response times and customer satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UAUniversity of Texas, Austin
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Grade: 3.0
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, awarded May 2002 with a 3.0 GPA.
CUCarnegie Mellon University
1997 - 1998
Attended Carnegie Mellon University from August 1997 to September 1998; specific degree or completion not provided.
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Location
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