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Santosh Bhattarai

@santoshbhattarai

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6+ yrs solving big FinTech/EdTech problems. Eager to explore more. Backend, NodeJS, Python, Go.

Nepal

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role in a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers opportunities for professional growth.

A results-driven software engineer with 6+ years of experience building impactful products in FinTech and EdTech. I excel at tackling complex technical challenges and delivering innovative solutions. Key contributions include leading contractor management platform, global payment engine, API Service, cost-saving PDF engine and laying backend foundation at Niural, and single-handedly building an entire EdTech platform - GyanThalo using Node.js, GraphQL, and MongoDB. My experience also includes co-founding Ottish (Nepal’s first e-learning platform). Proficient in Python, JavaScript (Node.js), Golang, etc. I'm passionate about Distributed Systems, Cloud Computing, and Blockchain and AI.

Key Skills: Backend (NodeJS, Python, Golang), Databases (DynamoDB, MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL), Cloud (Serverless), Micro-services, APIs (GraphQL, REST), Payment Integrations, Video Processing.
Experience Highlights: Led contractor management, global payment engine, API Service, cost-saving PDF engine and laid backend foundation at Niural; Solo builder of GyanThalo- an EdTech product; Co-founder and builder at Ottish.
Interests: Distributed Systems, Cloud Computing, Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Software Engineer

Current

Niural Inc.

Dec 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

As a Software Engineer at Niural Inc., I developed a cost-saving PDF engine, led API development for an contractor management and invoicing platform, built global payment engine and enhanced the backend codebase. I integrated various payment systems and created internal SDKs to streamline external API integrations, significantly improving software robustness.

AWS API Development Stripe Integration SDK Development Backend Development Cost Optimization

Full Stack Engineer

GyanThalo

Apr 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 5 months)

At GyanThalo, I built an EdTech product from scratch using NodeJS and Apollo GraphQL. I implemented video transcoding, data persistence with MongoDB, and real-time notifications, enhancing user engagement and functionality.

NodeJS Apollo GraphQL MongoDB Redis

Full Stack Engineer, Co-founder

Ottish

Apr 2019 - Apr 2021 (2 years)

As a co-founder and Full Stack Engineer at Ottish, I led the development of an e-learning platform, focusing on both front-end and back-end technologies. I successfully scaled the user base and revenue while implementing various microservices.

Laravel NodeJS MySQL PostgreSQL RabbitMQ Apache Kafka User Acquisition E Learning

Full Stack Freelancer

Self Employed

Jul 2017 - Feb 2019 (1 year 7 months)

As a Full Stack Freelancer, I delivered web applications for various clients, utilizing VueJS for front-end and NodeJS or Laravel for back-end development. I created diverse applications including a library management system and portfolio websites.

NodeJS Laravel MongoDB MySQL Web Applications Client Management