Sara Khan
@sarakhan5
Web developer specializing in Java backend and React frontend, delivering responsive, production-grade web applications.
What I'm looking for
I am a Web Developer with hands-on experience designing, developing, and maintaining responsive, cross-browser web applications using Java backends and React frontends. I focus on performance optimization, secure coding, and accessibility to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.
My recent work includes freelance Java/JSP/Servlet API development deployed on Apache Tomcat, improving page responsiveness by ~20% through asset optimization and code refactoring, and building client-side dashboards with React, Material UI, Redux, and Axios.
I bring practical experience across the SDLC and Agile methodology, strong debugging and testing practices, database CRUD operations, and collaboration with stakeholders to deliver features on sprint timelines.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Java Web Developer
Independent Consultant
Apr 2024 - Jun 2025 (1 year 2 months)
Developed responsive Java/JSP/Servlet web applications deployed on Apache Tomcat, implemented RESTful APIs and authentication workflows, and improved page load performance by ~20% through asset and code optimization.
Spatial Data Specialist
HERE Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Apr 2023 - Mar 2024 (11 months)
Processed and validated geospatial datasets, maintained road networks and POIs for navigation accuracy, and resolved spatial inconsistencies to meet SOPs and SLAs.
Junior Software Developer
MentorSpace Private Limited
Feb 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year 1 month)
Assisted in design and maintenance of web applications using Java and JavaScript, performed CRUD database operations, debugged defects, and participated in code reviews and Agile ceremonies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Master of Computer Applications
Master of Computer Applications, Computer Applications
Pursuing a Master of Computer Applications degree with expected completion in 2027, focused on advanced computing and software development.
S. K. Somaiya College, Mumbai University
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology
2019 - 2022
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with coursework in web development, databases, and software engineering.
Rosary High School and Junior College
Higher Secondary Certificate, Higher Secondary Education
2013 - 2015
Completed Higher Secondary Education (12th grade) under the Maharashtra State Board.
Abdullah Patel English High School
Secondary School Certificate, Secondary Education
Completed Secondary Education (10th grade) under the Maharashtra State Board.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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