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NIHAL KUMAR
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About
I am a dedicated Software Developer with a robust foundation in computer science from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Dhanbad. Currently working at Amazon Web Services (AWS), I thrive on innovation and am deeply committed to harnessing technology to drive operational excellence and improve customer satisfaction.
Key Competencies:
- Software Development: Proficient in Java, Kotlin, TypeScript, and AWS, contributing to the design and management of APIs and enhancing resource management capabilities.
- Problem-Solving: An analytical thinker who approaches challenges with a passion for finding efficient solutions, reflected in a 30% increase in operation efficiency in resource management.
- Collaborative Mindset: Experienced in working alongside cross-functional teams to improve infrastructure and implement best practices.
Achievements:
- Successfully integrated Network Firewall and AppRegistry with Resource Groups, facilitating effective resource management.
- Automated service launches in new AWS regions, decreasing operator time by 10%.
- Recognized for significant improvements in performance and cost efficiency, enhancing team productivity by 20%.
I am eager to leverage my skills as a freelancer, providing cutting-edge software solutions and consultancy that align technology with business needs.
Experiences
Software Developer at Amazon Web Services (AWS)
August 2022 - Present | Berlin, Germany
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a comprehensive and widely adopted cloud platform, offering over 200 fully-featured services from data centers globally. As a Software Developer, I contribute to the design and implementation of streamlined resource management solutions that enhance AWS's infrastructure.
- Developed and managed the Resource Groups Back-end Service, improving resource grouping and sharing capabilities by 30%.
- Streamlined operations by integrating Network Firewall and AppRegistry with Resource Groups for effective management through partner services.
- Facilitated the onboarding of Resource Groups Tagging API and supported IPv6 compliance.
- Automated service launches in new AWS regions, leading to a 10% reduction in operational time for regional expansion.
- Upgraded Resource Groups and Tagging API from JDK8 to JDK17, enhancing performance by 15% and optimizing costs by 10%.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to bolster AWS's resource infrastructure, essential for centralized control and tagging capabilities.
The work I have accomplished at AWS reflects my commitment to innovation and operational excellence within cloud services.
Software Engineer Internship
Flipkart
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
June 2021 – July 2021
During my internship at Flipkart, one of India's largest e-commerce companies, I worked on optimizing their API performance and enhancing reliability in our workflow. As a Software Engineer Intern, I was responsible for a range of tasks that contributed to the team's efficiency and product quality.
- Optimized API query per second (QPS) performance by implementing a probability matrix, achieving a 20% increase in peak throughput.
- Developed an API error alerting system, leading to a 40% reduction in response time to critical issues.
- Conducted comprehensive testing using Locust.io to ensure API reliability and performance, effectively decreasing error rates by 15%.
- Collaborated closely with senior developers to refine API specifications, thereby enhancing the overall system architecture and user experience.
This experience sharpened my skills in software development and provided me with a hands-on understanding of real-world challenges in a high-paced e-commerce environment.
During my internship at Korangle Softwares, a company focused on innovative software solutions, I had the opportunity to contribute to the development of user-centric applications.
- Designed a reusable modal component, which significantly increased user engagement metrics by 30%.
- Resolved critical bugs related to back navigation and data reliability, leading to a 10% enhancement in overall system stability and improved user satisfaction.
- Executed user interface (UI) improvements that resulted in a 25% increase in user retention rates.
TS Digisol Private Limited is a technology company specializing in providing innovative solutions in the IT and digital sectors. As an intern at TS Digisol from February 2021 to March 2021, I gained practical experience and exposure to various aspects of the technology industry.
- Assisted in the development of software applications, contributing to coding and debugging tasks.
- Supported the team in conducting research and analysis for project planning and implementation.
- Participated in team meetings to brainstorm and share ideas for future projects.
- Collaborated with senior staff on the integration of new technologies into existing systems, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Gained hands-on experience with industry-standard practices and tools, thereby refining technical skills in a professional environment.
Education
Nihal Kumar completed his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad from January 2018 to December 2022. During his education, he was engaged in various programming competitions, achieving notable rankings such as a 1900+ rating on Codeforces and a 5-star rating on Codechef. Additionally, he secured a Global Rank of 32 in the ICPC Kanpur Region contest and achieved a Global Rank of 232 in Google KickStart. These accomplishments reflect his strong problem-solving abilities and dedication to software development.
Nihal Kumar pursued a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) in Dhanbad from August 2018 to May 2022. During this period, he engaged in various notable projects and achievements that highlight his skills and dedication to learning. Nihal actively participated in programming competitions, with impressive standings such as a global rank of 32 in the ICPC Kanpur Region contest and a rating of 1900+ on Codeforces. He also advanced to the second round of Google Code Jam in 2021. His academic journey was complemented by his commitment to collaborative projects, where he demonstrated teamwork and technical proficiency. Additionally, he achieved certifications in Python from Coursera and in C++ and Data Structures from Coding Ninjas, further enhancing his programming capabilities.
Completed an introductory course in C++ programming at Coding Ninjas India, providing foundational knowledge of the language. The course emphasized practical coding exercises and project-based learning, allowing for the development of problem-solving skills through hands-on experience. Engaged in projects that involved building simple applications, enhancing proficiency in coding concepts, algorithms, and data structures.
Completed a course in Data Structures in C++ at Coding Ninjas India, progressing through various fundamental and advanced concepts of data organization and manipulation in programming. This course involved practical implementations and problem-solving techniques that deepened understanding of algorithms, memory management, and performance optimization. Additionally, projects completed as part of this course showcased the ability to effectively utilize data structures to solve complex problems, enhancing coding efficiency.
Completed the course "Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)" through Coursera in December 2018. This course was designed to introduce programming concepts and the Python programming language to beginners. It provided a foundational understanding of Python that serves as a stepping stone for further programming education and career advancement. The participant was awarded a certification for the course, identifiable by license number 33BFGJNN77UU, which can be verified at Coursera.