Saniya Akkalkotkar

Java Backend Developer

Pune, IN.

About

Highly skilled Java Backend Developer with expertise in building secure RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot and MySQL. Proven ability to architect and optimize payment gateway integrations, enhance API performance by 80% through Redis caching, and ensure 100% payment lifecycle completion. Leverages strong analytical and problem-solving skills to deliver scalable, maintainable, and high-quality code in Agile environments, aiming to drive significant technical advancements.

Work

HulkHire Tech

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Java Developer Intern

Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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Summary

Led the architecture and development of a production-ready PayPal payment gateway integration system, focusing on secure REST APIs and microservices.

Highlights

Architected and implemented a production-ready PayPal payment gateway integration system utilizing secure REST APIs and OAuth 2.0 security.

Achieved 100% payment lifecycle completion by developing robust reconciliation logic, ensuring zero unsettled transactions and complete status tracking.

Improved API performance by 80% through Redis caching for access token management, optimizing system performance and reducing redundant PayPal authentication calls.

Built 3 resilient microservices for PayPal integration, incorporating circuit breakers and comprehensive logging for enhanced reliability.

Developed centralized error handling across 3 microservices with custom error codes and Spring AI integration, improving user clarity and reducing support inquiries.

NVIDIA (via Randstad)

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Quality Assurance Analyst

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Summary

Managed and optimized quality assurance processes for autonomous vehicle annotation projects, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency in data delivery.

Highlights

Delivered 10+ autonomous vehicle annotation projects, consistently maintaining 98% accuracy and 100% on-time delivery for critical data pipelines.

Mentored 30+ team members on NVIDIA quality standards, reducing frame rework by 50% and significantly improving team productivity.

Implemented feedback systems that accelerated issue resolution by 30% and improved cycle times by 30%, enhancing operational agility.

Enhanced annotation workflows through tool-based improvements, increasing processing efficiency by 30% for high-volume AV data processing.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams (25+ members including 3 Audits, 5 QA, Data Engineers) to ensure output quality aligned with complex system requirements.

Education

NBNSCOE

Solapur, Maharashtra, India
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Bachelor of Technology Computer Science & Eng Grade: 9.8/10.0 GPA

Awards

Top 10 GPA Achiever (5th place university-wide twice)

NBNSCOE / University

Consistently ranked in the top 10 with a 9.8/10.0 GPA, achieving 5th place university-wide twice, demonstrating exceptional academic performance and dedication.

Certificates

Microsoft Certified: Python Programming Fundamentals

Microsoft

C++ Programming Course

Coding Club, India

Skills

Programming Languages

Java, Python, C++.

Backend Development

Spring Boot, Spring Security, Hibernate, Microservices Architecture, RESTful APIs, Payment Gateway Integration, OAuth 2.0.

Databases & Caching

MySQL, Redis (Caching), Spring Data JPA.

Cloud & DevOps

AWS (EC2, RDS), Git, Maven, Bitbucket, Jira.

Testing & Quality Assurance

JUnit, Mockito, Code Reviews, API Testing, Quality Standards, Workflow Automation, Autonomous Vehicle Annotation.

Development Tools & Methodologies

IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, Postman, Agile/Scrum, Design Patterns, RESTful API Design.

Problem Solving & Logic

Reconciliation Logic, API Performance Optimization, Circuit Breakers, Error Handling, Spring AI Integration, Feedback Systems.

Leadership & Mentorship

Team Leadership, Mentoring, Event Management, Cross-functional Collaboration.

Projects

ATM Management System

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Summary

Developed a robust backend architecture for an ATM management system, utilizing modern Java frameworks and database technologies.