Kaustubh Ajgaonkar
Backend Engineer

03 — About me

Personal profile

A dedicated Software Developer with strong knowledge in coding and practical experience in software development. Currently working in a challenging role where I implement my coding knowledge and continuously enhance my skills while advancing in the organisation. Strong capability to work in teams and provide valuable assistance. Quick learning curve and ability to operate effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

Experience

Where I've worked

  1. Software Developer

    Mar 2025 – Present

    Optel Group

    • Developed robust Python connectors using internal frameworks, integrating multiple data sources for enterprise serialization systems and ensuring reliable data flow for critical business operations.
    • Resolved a data consistency defect in a pharmaceutical site management platform, tracing stale reads to a missed cache invalidation path across synchronized services.
    • Implemented comprehensive Pytest suites for unit and integration tests, achieving 99% system reliability and significantly reducing production bugs.
    • Led root cause analysis and resolution of high-priority production issues, minimizing customer impact.
    • Refactored core legacy framework code to reduce technical debt by 25%, accelerating the release cycle for critical client features by 15%.
  2. Software Configuration Engineer

    Apr 2021 – Feb 2025

    Optel Group

    • Designed and configured track-and-trace systems using XML and Python for pharmaceutical clients.
    • Designed, configured and tested systems across all stages of the project life cycle, reducing support calls by 80%.
Expected Oct 2026

MS, Computer Science

Woolf University

2020

BE, Electronics and Telecommunications

Goa University

Technical skills

  • Java
  • Python
  • Django
  • Flask
  • Spring Boot
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB
  • MySQL
  • Git (GitHub/GitLab)
  • AWS EC2

Soft skills

  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Training and Presentation
  • Collaboration / Teamwork
  • Time Management
  • Organisational and Collaboration skills
  • Empathetic Listener