Software Engineer Associate

AKASH KULKARNI

Hoboken, New Jersey +1-631-***-**** *********@*******.*** www.linkedin.com/in/akash-kulkarni-aa371b182 EDUCATION

Stevens Institute of Technology – Hoboken, NJ, USA Master of Science in Computer Science

September 2024-May 2026

MIT World Peace University – Pune, India

Master of Computer Applications

August 2020-June 2022

Mangalvedhekar Institute of Management – Solapur, India September 2017-March 2020 Bachelor of Computer Applications

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: Java, Python, C#, Asp.net, TypeScript, C, C++, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, SQL. Server Tools: Git, Jenkins, Docker.

Platform: GitHub, Linux, AWS, Microsoft Power BI, Tableau. Libraries & Frameworks: Node.js, ReactJS, Spring Boot, Django, Pandas, NumPy, MongoDB, AWS, App.framework3.5 (C#), JAR (17.0.4), IIS Server. Tools: Android Studio, Visual Studio, Eclipse, SQL Server Management Studio, PyCharm, VS Code. Project Management: Task Prioritization, Planning and Scheduling, Agile Methodologies, Risk Assessment, Time Management, Team Collaboration. WORK EXPERIENCE

Cerence Inc, Software Engineer Associate – Pune, India January 2022 – July 2024

• Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve critical bugs, achieving a 30% reduction in average debugging time. The streamlined process enabled faster releases and enhanced overall team efficiency.

• Developed and maintained a High-Performance Voice Assistant Device using Typescript and Python.

• Worked in conjunction with Development and QA team to create, deploy, and the deliver high-quality software solutions to clients.

• Designed intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces, with strong focus on optimizing user experience through thoughtful design and usability enhancements.

• Developed unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests to ensure optimal performance, reliability and quality of the code.

• Oversaw the Dialog Development Team, providing strategic direction and oversight in the design and execution of dialog systems, to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.

GKTCS Innovations GKTCS Analytics (Intern) – Pune, India May 2021 – August 2021

• Conducted extensive keyword research and analysis utilizing industry standard SEO tools.

• Developed and maintained website content with proficiency in HTML and CSS.

• Assisted in the implementation of effective SEO strategies to enhance website visibility and search engine ranking.

• Generated detailed reports and offered insights on website analytics and performance metric. ACADEMIC PROJECTS Admission Process System HTML, CSS, PHP March 2021

• Developed an online admissions platform featuring intuitive interfaces for students, staff, and administrators.

• Incorporated database capabilities for efficient storage and access to student data.

• Achieved seamless functionality through thorough testing and continued support for system enhancements. The E-Shopping of Mobile C#, MySQL, ASP.NET May 2020

• Spearheaded the development of an e-commerce platform for mobile phones, overseeing both front-end (ASP.NET) and back-end (C#) development.

• Crafted database schema and established a MySQL database schema for optimal data management. Integrated secure payment gateways and order processing systems.

• Improved user experience by implementing testing and making enhancements based on feedback. AWARDS AND EXTRA-CURRICULARS

• Showcased robust coding skills and sharp problem-solving abilities by excelling in intercollegiate competitive coding events.

• Secured commendable positions and recognition for performance and contributions.

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