Software Engineer Solutions

Rahul Konanki

Location: Herndon, Virginia Email: *************@*****.*** Phone: +1-940-***-****

Professional Summary

Results-driven Software Engineer with 5+ years of experience designing and deploying scalable software solutions in Kubernetes-based environments. Proficient in containerization tools (Docker, Quay, Rancher), infrastructure as code (Terraform, YAML), and CI/CD pipelines using GitOps and GitLab. Skilled in developing secure APIs with REST and GraphQL, implementing Python automation scripts, and applying best practices for system observability and monitoring. Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, RBAC) and a collaborative approach to building innovative, scalable applications.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages: Python, GoLANG, Core Java, SQL, JavaScript

Containerization & Kubernetes: Docker, Quay, Rancher, Helm, Kubernetes

Infrastructure as Code (IaC): YAML, Terraform

Cloud & DevOps Tools: GitOps, GitLab, Jenkins, Prometheus, AWS CloudFormation

API Development: REST, GraphQL

Security Practices: SAST, DAST, TLS, CWE vulnerability mitigation

Networking: TCP/IP, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Automation: Python scripting for business process optimization and operational efficiency

Professional Experience

Software Engineer, Telka LLC, Plano, TX

Dec 2022 – Present

Developed and deployed software solutions in Kubernetes-based environments, managing containerized applications using Docker, Rancher, and Helm.

Designed and implemented CI/CD pipelines leveraging GitOps workflows and GitLab, enabling smooth, automated deployments.

Created YAML and Terraform scripts for infrastructure as code (IaC), ensuring scalable and maintainable infrastructure.

Developed Python automation tools to optimize business processes, reducing operational overhead by 25%.

Built secure APIs using REST and GraphQL, integrating SAST and DAST security protocols to address CWE vulnerabilities.

Monitored system performance using Prometheus, implementing RBAC in Kubernetes to ensure secure access.

Participated in architectural design efforts, contributing innovative solutions to greenfield projects.

Software Engineer, Tech Teams Solutions, India

Jul 2020 – Jun 2021

Built and maintained dynamic web applications and APIs, utilizing Python and GoLANG for backend services.

Designed secure, scalable CI/CD pipelines with GitLab, automating deployments and enhancing operational efficiency.

Managed containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes, implementing Helm charts for application packaging.

Conducted SAST and DAST scans to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with TLS standards.

Optimized infrastructure with YAML and Terraform, enhancing deployment processes and resource utilization.

Java Developer, HSBC Bank, India

Apr 2019 – Jun 2020

Designed and developed APIs for stock and inventory systems, integrating RESTful services to streamline operations.

Implemented RBAC for secure data access, ensuring compliance with enterprise security policies.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize TCP/IP-based networking processes for real-time data exchange.

Enhanced system performance by leveraging Prometheus for monitoring and analytics.

Education

University of North Texas, USA

Master’s in Computer and Information Sciences, GPA: 3.31/4.0

K L University, India

Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science, GPA: 7.83/10

Certifications

AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Java Programming and Data Structures

Data Analytics with Python

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