Atharva Nighot

Software Engineer | Backend Development & AI/ML
Nagpur, IN.

About

Highly passionate and results-driven Software Engineer specializing in backend development with a strong foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and cutting-edge AI/ML technologies. Proven ability to implement robust RESTful APIs, develop comprehensive unit tests, and contribute effectively within Agile environments. Eager to leverage expertise in scalable systems and machine learning to drive innovation and deliver high-impact solutions.

Work

Securonix
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Associate Software Engineer

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Hands-on experience developing Java and Python microservices, with exposure to technologies including Kubernetes, Kafka, gRPC, etc.

Securonix
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Software Engineer - Intern

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Summary

Contirbuted in writing Java Spring Boot microservices within an Agile Scrum environment, focusing on developing robust APIs and comprehensive testing.

Highlights

Implemented RESTful APIs and developed comprehensive unit and integration tests using JUnit, ensuring high code quality and reliability for critical microservices.

Contributed to Java Spring Boot microservices within an Agile Scrum environment, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and reviews to drive project progress.

Education

Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering
Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

B.Tech

Computer Technology

Grade: 8.14/10.0 GPA

Tayawade Junior College
Koradi, Maharashtra, India

Certificate

Higher Secondary Certificate

Grade: 98.67%

Somalwar High School
Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

Certificate

Secondary School Certificate

Grade: 91.80%

Skills

Cloud & DevOps

AWS, Docker, Git, GitHub, BitBucket, Jira, Postman.

Machine Learning & NLP

Machine Learning, NLP, LLaMA, Tokenizers.

Methodologies

Agile Scrum.

Frameworks & Libraries

Spring Boot, JPA, React, REST, JWT, WebSocket, Maven, Huggingface, Transformers.

Databases

MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL.

Programming Languages

Java, Python, C, HTML/CSS.

Awards

Cloud and Digital Training Program Completion

Awarded By

PwC Launchpad

Successfully completed a 5-month Cloud and Digital Training Program, gaining advanced skills in cloud technologies and digital transformation.

Multiple Top Ranks

Awarded By

Local Level Coding Competitions

Consistently achieved top ranks in various local coding competitions, demonstrating strong competitive programming skills.

Finalist

Awarded By

Smart India Hackathon

Achieved finalist status in a national-level hackathon, demonstrating strong problem-solving and technical skills.

Global Rank 38

Awarded By

CodeChef December Long 2022

Secured a global rank of 38 out of 8200 participants in a competitive coding contest, showcasing exceptional algorithmic and problem-solving abilities.

Honourable Mention

Awarded By

NASA and American National Space Society

Recognized in the Space Settlement Contest for innovative contributions.

4th Rank

Awarded By

TechnoXian World Robotics Championship

Achieved 4th rank in the Quadcopter Challenge, highlighting expertise in robotics and engineering.

Projects

Hindi-LLM

Summary

Developed a custom Large Language Model (LLM) enabling AI to process and respond effectively in Hindi.

Cipher-Messenger

Summary

Developed a full-stack, real-time messaging application leveraging modern web technologies and robust backend services.