Tarun Lakra

Software Engineer
New Delhi, IN.

About

Highly analytical and results-driven Software Engineer with a B.Tech from Delhi Technological University, specializing in C++, Python, JavaScript, and Full Stack development. Proven expertise in building scalable web applications, data-driven solutions, and real-time systems, leveraging Agile and CI/CD practices to deliver impactful software. Adept at optimizing performance, enhancing system reliability, and contributing to significant improvements in data accuracy and operational efficiency across diverse projects.

Work

Pepsico
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Software Engineering Virtual Internship

Remote, US

Summary

As a Software Engineering Virtual Intern, I developed a responsive dashboard for supply chain visualization and implemented CI/CD pipelines.

Highlights

Developed a responsive React.js dashboard, integrating Tailwind CSS and Axios for real-time supply chain visualization and enhanced user experience.

Implemented robust CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, automating testing and deployment processes to ensure high code quality and release reliability.

Electronic Arts
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Software Engineering Virtual Internship

Remote, US

Summary

In this Software Engineering Virtual Internship, I contributed to game development by proposing new features and implementing critical bug fixes.

Highlights

Authored a detailed Feature Proposal for a new feature in EA Sports College Football, effectively communicating its value to stakeholders.

Implemented comprehensive bug fixes that enhanced game performance and improved codebase maintainability for over 50 developers.

Goldman Sachs
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Software Engineering Virtual Internship

Remote, US

Summary

During this Software Engineering Virtual Internship, I focused on cybersecurity, performing penetration testing and recommending security improvements.

Highlights

Conducted penetration testing using industry-standard tools like CrackStation, HASHCAT, and John the Ripper to identify and mitigate critical vulnerabilities.

Provided comprehensive security improvement recommendations to senior management, leading to a 25% reduction in potential exploit risks through robust protocol implementation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co
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Software Engineering Virtual Internship

Remote, US

Summary

In this Software Engineering Virtual Internship, I developed financial analysis tools and optimized REST APIs for real-time stock market data processing.

Highlights

Developed robust financial analysis tools using Python, Pandas, and NumPy, which increased trading accuracy by 20%.

Engineered and optimized REST APIs for efficient real-time stock market data processing, improving trading efficiency by 15%.

Defense Research Development Organization
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Software Engineer Research Intern

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Summary

As a Software Engineer Research Intern, I focused on optimizing performance data analysis and enhancing image quality for critical defense systems.

Highlights

Optimized performance data analysis and refactored legacy MATLAB code for Non-Uniformity Correction (NUC), significantly enhancing temperature precision in infrared imaging applications by 30%.

Applied advanced NUC techniques to improve image quality and accuracy by 25%, reducing pixel response non-linearities by 20%, and achieving 40% clearer military infrared images by mitigating noise and distortion.

Conducted detailed analyses on pixel response characteristics, decreasing visible artifacts by 35% and directly supporting initiatives to enhance imagery reliability for defense systems.

Education

Delhi Technological University
Delhi, Delhi, India

Bachelor of Technology

Software Engineering

Grade: 7.58 CGPA

Languages

English

Skills

Languages

Python, C++, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, Java, SQL, Bash, HTML, CSS.

Frameworks/Libraries

React.js, Redux, Node.js, Express.js, Next.js, Django, Flask, FastAPI, GraphQL, Spring Boot.

Tools & Platforms

Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git, GitHub Actions, Webpack, NPM, Yarn, Postman, JIRA, AWS.

Methodologies

Agile, Scrum, CI/CD, Test Automation.

Soft Skills

Leadership, Technical Writing, Event Management, Public Speaking, Time Management.

Projects

LMS SaaS app

Summary

A scalable Learning Management System (LMS) SaaS application developed with Clerk, Next.js, Sentry, Supabase, and Stripe, featuring rich authentication, subscription management, and Vapi AI voice agent integration.

StreamSphere

Summary

A full-stack screen recording & video sharing platform built with TypeScript, Next.js, TailwindCSS, Bunny.net, Arcjet, Xata, Drizzle ORM, and Better Auth. Features include privacy controls, AI transcripts, and robust sharing capabilities.

RouteMate

Summary

A comprehensive fleet management application featuring separate Admin and Driver portals, built with React, Vite, TailwindCSS, and DaisyUI. This single-page application incorporates role-based routing and a polished, production-ready interface.