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Hi, I’m Akhil Raveendran Pillai. I’m a Senior Software Engineer specializing in designing and building backend systems with Java-based microservices. I focus on scalable, well-architected services and a clean codebase. I love collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full development lifecycle, optimizing performance, and delivering reliable RESTful APIs. I’m based in Malmö, Sweden, and I’m comfortable working onsite in Agile environments.…Hi, I’m Akhil Raveendran Pillai. I’m a Senior Software Engineer specializing in designing and building backend systems with Java-based microservices. I focus on scalable, well-architected services and a clean codebase. I love collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full development lifecycle, optimizing performance, and delivering reliable RESTful APIs. I’m based in Malmö, Sweden, and I’m comfortable working onsite in Agile environments.

Akhil Raveendran Pillai

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Hi, I’m Akhil Raveendran Pillai. I’m a Senior Software Engineer specializing in designing and building backend systems with Java-based microservices. I focus on scalable, well-architected services and a clean codebase. I love collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full development lifecycle, optimizing performance, and delivering reliable RESTful APIs. I’m based in Malmö, Sweden, and I’m comfortable working onsite in Agile environments.…Hi, I’m Akhil Raveendran Pillai. I’m a Senior Software Engineer specializing in designing and building backend systems with Java-based microservices. I focus on scalable, well-architected services and a clean codebase. I love collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full development lifecycle, optimizing performance, and delivering reliable RESTful APIs. I’m based in Malmö, Sweden, and I’m comfortable working onsite in Agile environments.

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Hi, I’m Akhil Raveendran Pillai. I’m a Senior Software Engineer specializing in designing and building backend systems with Java-based microservices. I focus on scalable, well-architected services and a clean codebase.

I love collaborating with cross-functional teams across the full development lifecycle, optimizing performance, and delivering reliable RESTful APIs. I’m based in Malmö, Sweden, and I’m comfortable working onsite in Agile environments.

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Work Experience

Senior Engineer at Qburst Technologies Pvt. Ltd

November 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024

Designed, developed, and maintained backend services using Java and Spring Boot, supporting scalable microservice-based platforms. Participated in architectural discussions and contributed to technical decisions around service design, scalability, and maintainability. Built and optimized CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Jenkins, reducing deployment time by approximately 40%. Conducted code reviews and provided technical guidance to peers, improving code quality and consistency across teams. Troubleshot and optimized system performance through caching strategies and database query tuning. Collaborated closely with product owners and cross-functional teams from planning through deployment and production support.

Software Engineer at Gadgeon Smart Systems

June 1, 2021 - November 1, 2022

Developed RESTful backend services using Java within a microservices architecture. Collaborated with frontend developers to define, design, and deliver new features aligned with business requirements. Implemented automated unit and integration tests, improving reliability and reducing regression defects. Actively participated in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives. Used Git-based version control and CI practices to support continuous integration and delivery.

Junior Software Engineer at Benefitalign Technologies Pvt. Ltd

July 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021

Developed REST services using Java, JAX-RS, and Spring, following clean coding and documentation practices. Supported integration-heavy systems during high-load Open Enrollment periods, ensuring stability and performance. Worked with relational databases using MyBatis to improve query efficiency and system responsiveness. Assisted in debugging, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues in collaboration with senior engineers. Gained hands-on experience with distributed systems and Agile development practices.