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Hi, I’m Nikhita, a Senior Python AWS Developer with over 9 years of experience crafting scalable web applications and AI-powered solutions. I specialize in Python frameworks like Django, Flask, and FastAPI, and have extensive experience integrating AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic to enhance automation and productivity. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to build robust, secure, and cloud-native applications leveraging AWS and GCP services.
I am passionate about mentoring junior developers, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and deploying microservices using Docker and Kubernetes. Whether it’s designing scalable backend architectures or implementing AI-driven features, I strive to create clean, maintainable, and efficient code that delivers real business value.
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Work Experience
Sr Python AWS Developer at Centene
July 1, 2023 - PresentCollaborated with Cloud Engineers to analyze and design AWS environments, prioritizing automation solutions architecturally. Built AWS infrastructure including VPC, EC2, S3, IAM, and more using CloudFormation JSON templates. Developed backend web services using Python frameworks like CherryPy and Django. Automated deployments using AWS CDK in Python for microservices and serverless architectures. Implemented audit logging in Microsoft SQL and optimized data ingestion workflows for SMUD business analysis. Managed containerized applications on Azure Kubernetes Service with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions. Designed Kafka consumers and producers for decoupled system architecture and led migration initiatives to Java-based microservices for improved maintainability and performance.
Python/AWS Developer at Citibank
June 30, 2023 - July 10, 2025Imported data from various sources into Spark RDD and worked extensively on AWS cloud services like EMR, S3, EC2, and Lambda. Developed applications using Agile and Scrum methodologies employing Python, Apache Spark, and Jenkins. Improved existing algorithms for performance optimization. Supported DevOps reviews for Microsoft SQL ETL and reporting tools verification. Built Azure-hosted APIs and CI/CD pipelines managed with GitHub Actions. Collaborated cross-functionally to resolve AWS environment issues and implemented continuous integration using Jenkins. Participated in production deployments and test automation.
Python Developer at AT&T
February 28, 2022 - July 10, 2025Engaged in architectural design reviews and developed highly available and scalable AWS systems with Python and JavaScript. Designed and deployed backend services and RESTful APIs using Django and Flask. Built and maintained CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins for microservices and Lambda functions. Used PostgreSQL and MySQL for database design and performance optimization. Managed Kubernetes and Docker container orchestration. Monitored network devices and servers and supported load balancers for streaming data. Worked extensively with cloud services including EC2, S3, RDS, ECS, and more.
Python Developer at Global Pay
October 31, 2020 - July 10, 2025Developed backend Python applications using Django framework and AWS services like EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, Glue, and Kinesis. Designed RabbitMQ/MongoDB pipelines for routing and storing data. Created Django views and templates for user-friendly web interfaces and handled SQL and PL/SQL development for database interactions. Automated version control and deployments using GitHub and Capistrano scripts. Engaged in Agile development cycles to deliver features. Managed cloud resources to ensure secure, scalable infrastructure.
Python Developer at Rational Technologies
April 30, 2017 - July 10, 2025Worked in a team to design and develop Python applications for risk management. Developed front-end UI using HTML, AJAX, CSS, and JavaScript. Designed MySQL-based data management systems and implemented backend APIs using Django. Automated tasks with Ansible and developed web tools to enhance efficiency. Created MongoDB environments and Python-based GUI applications for freight tracking. Experienced in XML parsing, web services using SOAP, and maintaining version control with Subversion. Contributed to designing components using Python and Django and communicated with external vendors for issue resolution.
Sr Python AWS Developer at Centene, St. Louis, MO
July 1, 2023 - PresentCollaborated with Cloud Engineers to design and analyze AWS environments and infrastructure automation. Built AWS infrastructure using CloudFormation and AWS CDK in Python. Developed backend services and APIs using Python frameworks like Django and CherryPy. Created audit logging frameworks and managed data validation pipelines with Microsoft SQL. Implemented containerized applications using Azure Kubernetes Service and configured CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions. Designed asynchronous messaging using Kafka and managed migration to Java-based microservices. Utilized Docker Compose for multi-container orchestration, and worked with large-scale data exports and ETL processes.
Python/Aws Developer at Citibank, Irving, TX
June 30, 2023 - July 10, 2025Imported and processed data from cloud and local sources into Spark RDDs; developed applications following Agile methodology using Python, Spark, and AWS services such as EMR, S3, EC2, and Lambda. Supported Agile sprints and DevOps reviews for Microsoft SQL ETL transformations. Built APIs hosted on Azure and managed CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitHub Actions. Engaged in cross-functional troubleshooting and production deployments, working closely with AWS cloud environments and Jenkins for continuous integration.
Python Developer at AT&T, Plano, TX
February 28, 2022 - July 10, 2025Led architectural design reviews and developed scalable AWS solutions using Python, Shell, and JavaScript. Designed and maintained SQL databases and developed RESTful APIs with Flask and Django. Created and managed CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and integrated Git for automated code deployment. Worked on load balancers, streaming data analysis, and developed MongoDB modules. Participated in monitoring and security configuration for cloud infrastructure and managed database backups and performance tuning.
Python Developer at Global Pay, Atlanta, GA
October 31, 2020 - July 10, 2025Analyzed cross-functional applications enforcing Python best practices with a focus on web security. Managed AWS cloud resources like EC2, S3, VPC, and RDS for performance and availability. Developed front-end views with Django and integrated jQuery and AJAX for improved usability. Created pipelines using RabbitMQ and MongoDB for email bounce handling. Worked on data ingestion from AWS Glue and Kinesis streams, wrote SQL and PL/SQL stored procedures, and managed Git version control. Developed deployment automation scripts for various environments.
Python Developer at Rational Technologies, Hyderabad
April 30, 2017 - July 10, 2025Collaborated on Python applications for risk management. Designed and developed web UI using HTML, AJAX, CSS, and JavaScript. Developed data management systems and scripts for XML parsing and database interactions. Created unit/regression testing frameworks and used version control tools. Managed MongoDB environments and developed backend modules using Django. Automated repetitive tasks with Ansible and worked on frontend/backend development with Python and JavaScript. Communicated with vendors to resolve technical issues.
Sr Python AWS Developer at Centene, St. Louis, MO
July 1, 2023 - PresentInvolved with Cloud Engineers to analyze and design AWS environments, automate cloud infrastructure deployment using CloudFormation and CDK, build database models and APIs with Python, and develop web services backend with Django and CherryPy. Led migration projects to leverage serverless architectures and containerized microservices using Docker and Kubernetes. Worked on data ingestion, validation, and ETL pipelines integrating multiple database technologies including Microsoft SQL and Cassandra. Designed and automated CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitHub Actions while enforcing AWS security best practices and performance optimizations.
Python/AWS Developer at Citibank, Irving, TX
June 30, 2023 - July 10, 2025Imported and processed data using Spark and AWS EMR, developed cloud-native applications following Agile methodologies, optimized Spark and Hadoop algorithms, participated in DevOps reviews for Microsoft SQL and Python integration, built Azure APIs and configured CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitHub Actions, and supported cloud environment troubleshooting and production deployments utilizing AWS Lambda, S3, and EC2.
Python Developer at AT&T, Plano, TX
February 28, 2022 - July 10, 2025Handled architectural design and system migrations on AWS, developed scalable Python/Django applications, managed databases including Oracle and PostgreSQL, designed and deployed RESTful APIs, integrated CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins and GitHub, configured monitoring tools including AWS CloudWatch, and built and maintained microservices infrastructure using Docker and Kubernetes.
Python Developer at Global Pay, Atlanta, GA
October 31, 2020 - July 10, 2025Analyzed multi-platform systems, enforced Python best practices, developed backend and web UI using Django, managed AWS cloud resources including EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda, implemented RabbitMQ and MongoDB pipelines, automated deployments, developed client-side features with jQuery and AJAX, and ensured security using AWS IAM policies.
Python Developer at Rational Technologies, Hyderabad
April 30, 2017 - July 10, 2025Worked on Python applications for risk management, developed UI with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, designed data management systems using MySQL, used Django for backend development, implemented automation with Ansible, and communicated with vendors for issue resolution. Also engaged in MongoDB shard and replica set setup along with Python script development for XML parsing and data workflows.
Sr Python AWS Developer at Centene
July 1, 2023 - PresentCollaborated with Cloud Engineers to design and analyze AWS environments, and prioritized solutions for automation. Developed and deployed Flask APIs containerized as microservices aligned with microservices best practices. Integrated OpenAI APIs for generative automation tools. Led end-to-end CI/CD pipeline automation using Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes. Optimized database schemas and query performance on PostgreSQL and MongoDB. Managed AWS resources including VPC, S3 buckets, and database instances. Implemented security and monitoring with AWS IAM, CloudWatch, and automated incident responses. Developed asynchronous task queues with Celery and Redis and integrated Azure and Google Cloud services for cross-cloud solutions. Developed responsive UI enhancements using AngularJS, Vue, and React frameworks. Used Jenkins extensively for continuous integration and automation of builds and deployments.
Python/Aws Developer at Citibank
June 30, 2023 - July 14, 2025Imported data from multiple sources into Spark RDDs working extensively with AWS EMR, S3, Lambda, and EC2. Developed applications using agile practices, built RESTful services with FastAPI interfacing AI risk prediction modules. Enhanced Spark performance for Hadoop integration, managed NoSQL databases, and participated in DevOps sprint planning building infrastructure with Terraform. Conducted code reviews and documentation for mentorship. Established CI/CD pipelines and observability dashboards. Handled IAM roles, file transmissions, and failure resolutions. Managed Git version control with advanced workflows integrated with Jira, and automated deployments using Jenkins.
Python Developer at AT&T
February 28, 2022 - July 14, 2025Designed and deployed scalable, fault-tolerant AWS systems using Python, Shell, and JavaScript with Jenkins-driven CI/CD pipelines. Developed containerized RESTful services with Docker and Kubernetes. Built FastAPI services and SQL queries for CRUD operations. Maintained Python Django projects supporting Kubernetes and Docker. Created AMIs and managed RDS Oracle databases. Performed database optimizations and backup-recovery procedures. Designed and maintained a Snowflake schema data warehouse in SQL Server. Developed modules integrating Python APIs with MongoDB. Managed Git repositories and CI/CD pipelines.
Python Developer at Global Pay
October 31, 2020 - July 14, 2025Analyzed multi-platform applications enforcing Python best practices. Developed backend business logic with Python and secured web apps. Managed AWS cloud resources including EC2, S3, VPC, ELB, and RDS. Integrated OpenAI APIs for AI automation in transactions and support. Developed and maintained Django and ReactJS full-stack fintech applications. Implemented SQL and PL/SQL stored procedures and managed RabbitMQ/MongoDB pipelines. Developed Ajax-enabled dynamic web interfaces and worked in Agile sprints. Managed AWS IAM roles and network security. Automated deployments using Capistrano and maintained code repositories with git and testing tools.
Python Developer at Rational Technologies
April 30, 2017 - July 14, 2025Developed Python applications for risk management in a team environment. Designed and deployed websites and data management systems using Django and MySQL. Parsed XML documents and automated workflows using Ansible. Created unit test frameworks and used Subversion for version control. Implemented UI design with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery. Configured MongoDB clusters with shards and replica sets for development, testing, and production. Developed private VPN and GUI applications using Python frameworks. Extracted data from HTML files and communicated with external vendors for issue resolution.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering at Computer Science
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017Bachelor of Engineering at Computer Science Technical
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2014Bachelor of Engineering at Computer Science
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012Bachelor of Engineering at Computer Science
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017Qualifications
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
January 1, 2021 - July 10, 2025AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
January 1, 2021 - July 10, 2025AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
January 1, 2021 - July 10, 2025AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 1, 2021 - July 10, 2025AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
January 1, 2021 - July 10, 2025Microsoft Technology Associate
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025Databricks Accredited Generative AI Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025Oracle Cloud Infra Gen AI Professional
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025Salesforce Certified AI Associate
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025Google Data Analytics Specialization
January 11, 2030 - July 10, 2025AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Microsoft Technology Associate
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017Databricks Accredited Generative AI Fundamentals
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Oracle Cloud Infra Gen AI Professional
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Salesforce Certified AI Associate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Google Data Analytics Specialization
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022Microsoft Technology Associate
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021Databricks Accredited Generative AI Fundamentals
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Oracle Cloud Infra Gen AI Professional
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Salesforce Certified AI Associate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Google Data Analytics Specialization
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023AWS Certified Developer – Associate
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021Microsoft Technology Associate
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019Databricks Accredited Generative AI Fundamentals
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Oracle Cloud Infra Gen AI Professional
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Salesforce Certified AI Associate
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023Google Data Analytics Specialization
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Energy & Utilities, Government, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Transportation & Logistics
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