Shuddha Chowdhury - Software Engineer Portfolio

About Me

Hi, my name is Shuddha Chowdhury and I'm a highly experienced software engineer with over 8 years of experience in developing, testing, debugging, and enhancing web applications using Angular, React, Java, Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and AWS. A team player who collaborates effectively with other engineers, product managers, and clients to deliver high-quality software solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Experience

Software Engineer

SEQTEK | Tulsa, OK | Jul 2023 – Present

Refactor and improve Complete Health software projects with React and ASP.Net, meeting client requirements and coding standards, significantly enhancing software quality and reducing defects.
Write, test, and debug code following software engineering principles and best practices, effectively minimizing errors and bugs.
Collaborate with other engineers to design and implement software architecture, making necessary changes to enhance performance and functionality.
Train new engineers and facilitate faster onboarding, increasing their productivity and efficiency.
Spearhead the integration of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing deployment frequency and reliability.
Lead a cross-functional team in adopting microservices architecture, improving system resilience and scalability.
Initiate and drive the adoption of code review practices, improving team code quality and collaboration.

Software Engineering Technical Expert

Chegg, Inc. | Tulsa, OK | Jul 2020 – Present

Facilitate personalized technical support in 1-on-1 online sessions, advancing students' learning and increasing their satisfaction.
Respond promptly to technical questions and guidance needs, improving response times and the coaching team's efficiency.
Conduct mock interviews, providing targeted feedback that enhances student job offer rates.
Develop and lead workshops on software engineering best practices, raising team skill levels and boosting project delivery efficiency.
Serve as a technical mentor for junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improving team performance.

Software Engineer II (Full Stack Software Developer)

Forcepoint | Tulsa, OK | Sep 2021 – Mar 2023

Built UI features for FBA software using React, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, enhancing usability and functionality for major clients.
Provided Engineering Escalation support to major clients, reducing issue resolution time through effective collaboration with other engineers.
Enhanced the FBA software backend using Java and AWS, significantly improving application performance and scalability.
Assisted in the integration of Machine Learning algorithms into FBA software, driving innovation and enhancing user experience.
Authored comprehensive documentation, ensuring clarity and consistency across team communications.
Revamped the incident management process, increasing resolution efficiency and reducing client impact time.
Implemented performance monitoring tools, leading to a 20% reduction in application response times.
Led an initiative to refactor legacy code, improving system maintainability and developer onboarding times.

Full Stack Software Developer

Enhatch Inc. | Tulsa, OK | Apr 2021 – Jun 2021

Developed and enhanced front-end and back-end applications using ColdFusion and CFWheels Framework, adhering to MVC architecture and client requirements.
Regularly tested code functionality and reported performance improvement suggestions, resulting in faster and more reliable code.
Collaborated with the product manager to ensure Agile user stories were met, delivering high-quality software solutions.
Implemented responsive design principles to ensure cross-platform compatibility and optimal user experience.
Integrated RESTful API services, enhancing application communication with third-party services and increasing data throughput.
Led a DevOps initiative to automate the deployment process, reducing deployment time and increasing release frequency.
Mentored junior developers in best coding practices and modern development frameworks, raising team productivity.
Conducted comprehensive security audits of the application stack, strengthening system security by identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities.

Software Developer

University of Tulsa | Tulsa, OK | Aug 2016 – Jul 2020

Designed and implemented user-friendly web applications using JavaScript, Java, Python, and AWS, aligning with user needs and project requirements.
Enhanced the functionality and performance of existing web applications by debugging and testing code.
Collaborated with a team of engineers to develop software solutions, improving project delivery and software quality.
Led the transition to a new tech stack, improving application performance and maintainability.
Facilitated training sessions on new technologies for the team, enhancing overall technical proficiency and adaptability.
Conducted usability testing sessions, gathering user feedback to refine and optimize application interfaces.

Software Developer Intern

Halliburton | Houston, TX | Jun 2018 – Aug 2018

Developed three web services applications in Java for data file uploading, simulation parameters passing, and Spark application execution.
Implemented and deployed the Ensemble Kalman Filter (EnKF) data assimilation algorithm on the AWS cloud platform, enhancing scalability and performance.
Executed and assessed the performance of 100 simulation algorithms on the Apache Spark platform, focusing on precision and efficiency.
Optimized cloud resource utilization, reducing operational costs while maintaining algorithm performance.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate the EnKF algorithm into the existing workflow, improving data analysis throughput.
Authored technical documentation on the deployment process and algorithm usage, facilitating knowledge transfer and increasing team efficiency.

Projects

Complete Health Software Refactoring Initiative

Role: Software Engineer

Company: SEQTEK | Tulsa, OK

Orchestrated a comprehensive refactoring strategy for healthcare software, enhancing system robustness and maintainability.
Integrated advanced React features and ASP.NET optimizations, improving application performance.
Pioneered a code quality initiative that resulted in decreased defect rates and bolstered overall software resilience.
Developed a dynamic user interface, improving user engagement and reducing bounce rates.
Automated repetitive development tasks, increasing team productivity and reducing time-to-market.

FBA UEBA User Interface Enhancement

Role: Software Engineer II (Full Stack Developer)

Company: Forcepoint | Tulsa, OK

Directed the UI enhancement project for FBA UEBA, focusing on user experience and design, leading to increased client satisfaction.
Implemented a series of performance improvements, reducing load times and enhancing application responsiveness.
Initiated a client-focused engineering support program, improving issue resolution efficiency and customer service ratings.
Optimized application security measures, ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards and reducing vulnerability exposure.
Enhanced data visualization features, providing clients with more insightful analytics and reporting capabilities.

Enhatch Web Application Overhaul

Role: Full Stack Software Developer

Company: Enhatch Inc. | Tulsa, OK

Led the redesign of the Enhatch web application, employing cutting-edge technologies to modernize both front-end and back-end systems.
Established a new benchmark for application performance, achieving a significant increase in speed and reliability through innovative coding practices.
Fostered a culture of excellence in software development, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions that consistently exceeded client expectations.
Implemented modular design principles, facilitating easier updates and maintenance, and reducing downtime.
Streamlined the development workflow, incorporating agile methodologies that improved project turnaround time.

EnKF Cloud Deployment for Reservoir Characterization

Role: Software Developer Intern

Company: Halliburton | Houston, TX

Contributed to a groundbreaking project deploying the Ensemble Kalman Filter algorithm on AWS, enhancing data assimilation for reservoir characterization.
Demonstrated exceptional collaboration and technical skills, contributing to a successful proof of concept within a stringent three-month deadline.
Acquired and applied new knowledge in reservoir engineering, showcasing adaptability and a strong aptitude for interdisciplinary learning.
Facilitated cross-departmental communication, bridging the gap between software development and geological analysis teams.
Participated in knowledge-sharing sessions, presenting findings to stakeholders and contributing to the company's innovation pipeline.

Skills

Programming Languages

Java
Python
JavaScript
C/C++
Rust
Golang
Ruby
PHP

Web Development

HTML5
CSS3
React
Angular
Vue.js
Node.js
ASP.NET
Django
Flask
Ruby on Rails

Databases & Cloud

MySQL
PostgreSQL
MongoDB
AWS
Google Cloud
Azure

DevOps & Tools

CI/CD
Docker
Kubernetes
Git
SVN
Microservices

APIs & Frameworks

RESTful API
GraphQL
ColdFusion
CFWheels Framework
Apache Spark

Methodologies & Practices

Agile
Scrum
Kanban
TDD
BDD
Code Review

Testing

Unit Testing
Integration Testing
Jest
Mocha
Selenium

Other

Machine Learning
Performance Optimization
OWASP Top 10
Secure Coding Practices