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Hi, I’m Akhil Ganji — Software Engineer who build production-ready APIs and clean web apps.

I design and develop scalable applications using Java, Spring Boot, React.js, and modern cloud tools. Passionate about building reliable, fast, and user-friendly products, I’ve delivered projects in microservices, APIs, and full-stack platforms.

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About

Who I Am:
I’m a Software Development Engineer with 5+ years of experience designing and developing scalable full-stack and backend systems. I specialize in building high-performance microservices, REST/GraphQL APIs, and event-driven systems using Java, Spring Boot, Node.js, Python, and React.

What I Do:

  • Design and deploy production-grade microservices with Spring Boot and AWS.
  • Build dynamic, responsive web apps using React, Angular, and Node.js.
  • Optimize APIs, SQL/NoSQL databases, and distributed system performance.
  • Automate CI/CD pipelines with Docker, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Kubernetes.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable solutions.

Quick Facts:

  • 🎓 Master’s in Information Technology Management, Webster University, USA
  • ☁️ Cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
  • 💡 Skilled in microservices, performance tuning, and DevOps automation
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Experience

Software Development Engineer – Cigna

Apr 2025 – Present · Missouri, USA
  • Boosted claim processing throughput by 30% using optimized Spring Boot microservices integrated with AWS Lambda, S3, and RDS.
  • Refactored React and Angular components, reducing frontend load time by 25%.
  • Automated deployments with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Docker, and Kubernetes, cutting release cycles by 50%.
  • Increased test coverage to 85%, lowering post-release defects by 40%.
  • Migrated legacy systems to a microservices architecture, reducing downtime by 20%.

Software Developer – Cognizant

Mar 2020 – Aug 2023 · India
  • Lowered query latency by 35% using PostgreSQL/MySQL optimizations and Redis caching.
  • Increased throughput by 20% through distributed backends in Node.js and Django.
  • Enhanced reliability by 25% using Kafka and RabbitMQ for event-driven design.
  • Implemented secure APIs using OAuth2 and JWT for role-based access control.
  • Led code reviews and CI/CD adoption, reducing rework by 30% and improving maintainability.

Software Engineer – DXC Technology

Mar 2019 – Feb 2020 · India
  • Improved code modularity with OOP principles and design patterns in Java, Python, and C++.
  • Integrated REST, gRPC, and GraphQL APIs for real-time system interoperability.
  • Reduced deployment errors by 40% via Terraform-based AWS and Azure automation.
  • Enhanced stability by 35% using JUnit, Mockito, and Selenium for structured testing.
  • Designed distributed, fault-tolerant systems with 20% better performance.

Projects

Production-Ready Java API screenshot

NovaReserve – Booking Platform

A restaurant reservation platform that enables customers to book tables instantly and view menus while providing restaurants with insights into occupancy, revenue, and customer behavior.

Skills: React.js, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Node.js, REST APIs, Responsive UI Design

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CulinaServe – Recipe Portal

A recipe management web application that helps users discover, organize, and rate recipes across categories. It features ingredient tracking, user reviews, and personalized recommendations to enhance the cooking experience.

Skills: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, JPA/Hibernate, MySQL, Docker, HTML/CSS

Open Page GitHub
Spring Boot REST API Example screenshot
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TaskForge – Productivity Suite

A productivity tool that allows users to create, manage, and track tasks while offering team collaboration features such as activity feeds, progress charts, and scheduling.

Skills: Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Maven, PostgreSQL, Git, Agile Practices

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Education

Bachelor of Technology

Balaji Institute of Technology & Sciences · Warangal, India
Aug 2017 – May 2021

Coursework: Data Structures, DBMS, OOPs, Operating Systems, Computer Networks.

Masters in Information Technology Management

Webster University · San Antonio, USA
Aug 2023 – Aug 2025

Coursework: Web Development, System Analysis & Design, Organizational Behavior, Cybersecurity.

Skills

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Java / Spring Boot
Python / Node.js
React / Angular
MySQL / PostgreSQL / MongoDB
AWS / Azure / DevOps
System Design
Security
Testing & Automation

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