Akshaya Gunasekaran
Software Engineer
Arcot
Summary
Complex problem-solver with analytical and driven mindset. Dedicated to achieving demanding development objectives according to tight schedules while producing impeccable code. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. Smart professional with proven troubleshooting and debugging capabilities for resolving complex technical issues.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mid-Level Software Engineer
NielsenIQ
03.2022 - Current
- Worked with software development and testing team members to design and develop robust solutions to meet client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
- Integrated new technologies into existing systems, increasing capabilities and improving overall performance.
- Developed reusable components that significantly reduced development effort on multiple projects.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing time and prioritizing tasks according to importance.
- Participated in architecture, design and implementation of back-end features using Python.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software products on schedule.
- Provided technical guidance to junior developers, fostering a positive team environment and promoting professional growth.
- Optimized algorithms for faster processing, reducing overall computation time.
- Conducted thorough code reviews to identify potential areas for improvement, ultimately enhancing code quality across all projects handled by the team.
- Maintained existing software systems by identifying and correcting software defects.
- Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.
- Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements.
Junior Software Engineer
NielsenIQ
07.2019 - 02.2022
- Delivered high-quality code on time, contributing to overall project success.
- Contributed to innovative solutions with thoughtful problem-solving techniques.
- Contributed to daily scrum meetings with team updates.
- Collaborated with team members for successful completion of large-scale projects.
- Worked closely with quality assurance teams to address identified issues promptly, ensuring a high level of product stability upon release.
- Analyzed code defects and failures and presented code refactors and design fixes.
- Developed applications by applying experience in Java, SQL and JSP languages.
- Provided meaningful input during team meetings, offering suggestions for improvement based on project requirements and constraints.
- Collaborated with senior software staff to produce new software solutions.
- Delivered completed products within project deadline.
- Maintained clear communication with project stakeholders, ensuring alignment on goals and expectations.
- Provided timely support for customers, addressing technical issues and improving satisfaction rates.
Software Engineering Intern
NielsenIQ
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with software engineers to develop and test application procedures for system efficiency.
- Debugged and resolved software defects, ensuring high-quality deliverables for clients.
- Demonstrated time management, organizational, prioritization and planning skills by successfully handling tasks, projects and priorities.
- Investigated and resolved application functionality issues.
- Delivered timely updates and fixes, minimizing downtime for end-users during critical periods.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Computer Engineering
Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
SQL
Object-Oriented Programming
Javascript
Code debugging
Python
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Software Development
Software Design
Code reviews
Agile
Git proficiency
Database programming
Project Documentation
Linux
Coding standards
Timeline
Mid-Level Software Engineer
NielsenIQ
03.2022 - Current
Junior Software Engineer
NielsenIQ
07.2019 - 02.2022
Software Engineering Intern
NielsenIQ
02.2019 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Computer Engineering
Sathyabama Institute of Science & Technology
04.2001 -
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