Gujarat, India
Software Engineer with a strong foundation in backend development, distributed systems, and cloud-native technologies. I enjoy building scalable, reliable, and maintainable software while continuously exploring the engineering practices that power modern production systems. My experience spans software development, API design, databases, cloud services, automation, and system design. I am particularly interested in areas such as system reliability, infrastructure automation, observability, platform engineering, and cloud architecture, where software and operations come together to deliver resilient user experiences at scale. I believe strong engineering starts with solid computer science fundamentals. My background in Data Structures & Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, System Design, and distributed systems enables me to approach problems with both technical depth and a focus on long-term scalability. Technical Expertise • Programming: Java, Go, Python, C/C++ • Backend Development: Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices • Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Neo4j • Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, GCP, Azure (fundamentals), Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Ansible • CI/CD & Automation: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Infrastructure as Code • Observability & Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack • System Design & Networking: Distributed Systems, Linux, TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancing, SSL/TLS • Messaging & Caching: Kafka, RabbitMQ, Redis • Development Practices: Git, Agile Development I am passionate about learning, solving complex engineering challenges, and building systems that are secure, performant, and reliable. I enjoy connecting with professionals across Software Engineering, Cloud, Platform Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, and DevOps to exchange ideas and learn from real-world experiences. 📩 Open to networking, collaboration, and discussions around software engineering, cloud technologies, reliability, and scalable systems. 📧 Email : [email protected] 🌐 Portfolio : harshthakkar.netlify.app
✔️Assisted in teaching and mentoring 150+ students per course in Cloud Computing, Database Management Systems, and Big Data Processing. ✔️Conducted lab sessions, clarified technical concepts, and guided students through hands-on projects involving cloud deployments, SQL/NoSQL databases, and distributed data processing frameworks. ✔️Designed and evaluated assignments, provided one-on-one mentorship, and ensured student progress across diverse technical backgrounds. ✔️Collaborated with faculty to develop learning materials, demos, and practical case studies, improving student engagement and understanding of real-world applications. ✔️Enhanced technical expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, SQL, Big Data tools, and distributed systems while developing strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
✔️Coordinated between students and recruiters to ensure smooth execution of on-campus placement drives. ✔️Assisted with pre-placement tests, interviews, and recruitment logistics, improving overall process efficiency. ✔️Facilitated effective communication between placement management and students, ensuring seamless placement experiences.
As an Executive Member of the Bits to Bytes Tech Club, I played a pivotal role in organizing and managing several online events and contests focused on Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA). My tenure was marked by successful collaborations, impactful events, and strategic initiatives that enhanced our club’s reach and engagement. ▶ 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: ✔ 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Spearheaded multiple online events and contests for DSA, attracting participants and fostering a culture of learning and competition. ✔ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Facilitated a significant collaboration with Web3Samaj, a leading Web3 community, bringing innovative Web3 insights and opportunities to our college. ✔ 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: Worked closely with peers and industry experts to support and grow our tech community, ensuring robust participation and engagement. ✔ 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Managed all aspects of event execution, from planning to promotion and post-event analysis, ensuring smooth operations and successful outcomes. ✔ 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: Provided guidance and support to club members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.