Ritik Bhalekar

Spearheaded the development of the social platform using React Native with features like Shoutouts Heat-Map (MapBox) and an AI Chatbot. Developed scalable APIs using FastAPI, Postgres, and Redis; integrated front-end using React.js, React Native Mobile App and Figma designs. Utilized Amazon S3 as CDN. Optimized performance and ensured a consistent, smooth user experience across devices. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and mentored junior developers.

Led the full-stack development of Syba’s cross-platform ecosystem, including an Electron-based macOS app and React Native mobile apps. Integrated Stripe payment integration with webhooks to our own Postgres DB. Built scalable backend services with Node.js and Express.js, integrated with PostgreSQL and deployed it on Microsoft Azure using clusters and load balancers. Managed Apple compliance through provisioning, code signing, and TestFlight/App Store notarization. Integrated system-level features such as DNS Connectivity and real-time network discovery and scanning. Defined CI/CD pipelines and mentored junior developers. Ensured consistent UX across platforms via close collaboration with product and design teams.

Built 3 mobile and 2 web applications using React Native, React Native Web, Firebase, and GraphQL, Supabase. Delivered apps across verticals such as media sharing, social networking, event management, and gaming. Specialized in optimizing for different devices and screen sizes, ensuring robust cross-platform UX. Implemented client-specific design features and improved user engagement.