I'm a backend-focused software engineer with ~3 years of experience designing scalable APIs and event-driven systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. I have hands-on experience in building microservices, authentication systems, and performance optimization in production environments. I enjoy leading Agile teams, delivering reliable software that drives revenue and customer satisfaction, and turning complex business problems into scalable technical solutions. Based in Bangalore, I'm available to join within 2-3 weeks.

Niyaz Ahamad Herkal

I'm a backend-focused software engineer with ~3 years of experience designing scalable APIs and event-driven systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. I have hands-on experience in building microservices, authentication systems, and performance optimization in production environments. I enjoy leading Agile teams, delivering reliable software that drives revenue and customer satisfaction, and turning complex business problems into scalable technical solutions. Based in Bangalore, I'm available to join within 2-3 weeks.

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I’m a backend-focused software engineer with ~3 years of experience designing scalable APIs and event-driven systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. I have hands-on experience in building microservices, authentication systems, and performance optimization in production environments.

I enjoy leading Agile teams, delivering reliable software that drives revenue and customer satisfaction, and turning complex business problems into scalable technical solutions. Based in Bangalore, I’m available to join within 2-3 weeks.

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Work Experience

Software Engineer (Backend) & Scrum Lead at CodeHaste
June 1, 2024 - Present
Architected and deployed event-driven backend services using AWS Lambda and message-based architectures (Kafka/SQS). Improved API performance and reduced latency in high-volume transactional environments, directly impacting customer experience and revenue stability. Implemented RBAC-based authentication securing distributed services. Led Scrum ceremonies and improved sprint velocity across a team of 8 engineers.
Full-Stack & Mobile Engineer at Independent Consulting & Systems Engineering
January 1, 2024 - Present
Sole engineer and system owner for multiple customer-facing platforms from concept to production. Built and deployed AI-augmented workflows (automation, intelligent data handling, decision support) into live systems used by real users. Worked directly with non-technical stakeholders to translate business problems into scalable system designs. Operated across the full lifecycle: architecture, implementation, deployment, iteration, and production support.
SDE Intern at Zluri Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
August 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Developed backend integrations for high-traffic enterprise systems (Monday.com, Azure, Jira). Optimized API performance and reduced latency by ~20% through profiling and refactoring. Gained exposure to large-scale SaaS environments and integration-heavy architectures.
Back-End Developer Intern at BTrees Technologies
November 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Led a team of 3 developers to build a dynamic web application, reducing page load times by 40%.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science at Visvesvaraya Technological University
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services