I'm a backend engineer with 4+ years of experience building scalable backends, microservices, and data-driven applications. I thrive on crafting robust, observable systems using Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, AWS, and cloud-native architectures, delivering AI-powered solutions and real-time APIs that teams can rely on.

Hari Krishnan

I'm a backend engineer with 4+ years of experience building scalable backends, microservices, and data-driven applications. I thrive on crafting robust, observable systems using Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, AWS, and cloud-native architectures, delivering AI-powered solutions and real-time APIs that teams can rely on.

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I’m a backend engineer with 4+ years of experience building scalable backends, microservices, and data-driven applications.

I thrive on crafting robust, observable systems using Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, AWS, and cloud-native architectures, delivering AI-powered solutions and real-time APIs that teams can rely on.

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Work Experience

Backend Engineer at Tramés Singapore
March 1, 2024 - June 25, 2024
Implemented an AI-driven search feature enabling natural language queries, created CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, designed PostgreSQL database schema with Row-Level Security and Change Data Capture for real-time data synchronization. Worked on multiple microservices using TypeScript, REST APIs, and AWS (SQS, S3, Lambda, SNS), adding functionalities and integrating services.
Backend Engineer at MyRMC Solutions
June 1, 2022 - February 28, 2024
Built backend systems with Node.js, PostgreSQL, Redis, ORM, and Firebase. Integrated payment gateways Razorpay and PhonePe for secure transactions. Designed and implemented a microservices-based GPS data ingestion pipeline. Developed custom report generation services for invoice automation and monthly reports for admins/providers.
Android Developer Intern at MyRMC Solutions
February 1, 2022 - April 30, 2022
Researched geolocation and coordinate systems in collaboration with domain experts from IIT Madras to enhance product features. Developed a prototype GPS data ingestion pipeline for efficient collection and processing of location-based data.
Backend Engineer at Trames
March 1, 2024 - Present
Built an AI-powered RAG search platform enabling users to ask natural language questions and retrieve relevant insights from organizational data sources. Implemented Row-Level Security (RLS) in PostgreSQL, removing the need for per-user database accounts and simplifying access control. Researched and evaluated multiple Change Data Capture (CDC) solutions including Debezium, Sqoop, and PostgreSQL LISTEN/NOTIFY; implemented a Debezium-based CDC pipeline to stream PostgreSQL changes into downstream Snowflake workflows. Developed Server-Sent Events (SSE) based real-time APIs for a job-tracking system, enabling instant status updates and improved visibility in long-running operations. Re-architected core shipment and order processing workflows, including APIs and downstream event-processing pipelines, boosting maintainability and operational efficiency. Implemented distributed job coordination using PostgreSQL SKIP LOCKED to prevent duplicate processing and reduce unnecessary DB operations.
Productivity App Developer at Porali
June 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Designed, developed, and published an Android productivity application using Java and Firebase. Implemented task management, habit tracking, affirmations, and note-taking features with cloud-based data synchronization. Published and maintained the app on the Google Play Store.
WhatsApp Business Bot – Slide Deck at harik.xyz
March 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Built a WhatsApp Business Bot automation platform using the WhatsApp Business API and Node.js; implemented automated messaging workflows and customer interaction handling for business operations.
GATE Mock Test Platform at gate tard.in
November 1, 2025 - Present
Gate Tard – GATE MOCK TEST PLATFORM: Built a full-stack mock test platform using Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, and Supabase; implemented authentication, test-taking workflows, performance analytics, and progress tracking.
Leetboard – Curated LeetCode Discussions at leetboard.ai
February 1, 2026 - April 1, 2026
Developed Progressive Web Application (PWA) that aggregates and organizes trending LeetCode discussion content into a searchable platform. Built ingestion pipelines for 50k+ LeetCode discussion threads; implemented search and filtering capabilities for company-specific interview experiences, compensation discussions, and topics. Built bookmarking system to enable users to save and revisit relevant discussion threads. Integrated push notifications to deliver updates on newly trending discussions and articles.

Education

Master of Computer Applications at University of Madras
June 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024
Bachelor of Computer Applications at University of Madras
June 1, 2019 - March 31, 2022
Master of Computer Applications at University of Madras
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Bachelor of Computer Applications at University of Madras
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Financial Services, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment