Kumar Sahitya

Master Degree of Computer Application

2015 - 2017

Pursued a Master's degree at M.K. Bhavnagar University, achieving First Class Distinction.

My expertise lies in the development of web applications, complemented by a solid foundation in database fundamentals and proficiency in JQuery.

Bachelor Degree of Computer Application

2012 - 2015

Pursued a Bachelor's degree at M.K. Bhavnagar University (SSCCS Gurukul), achieving First Class with Distinction.

My expertise lies in PHP, Java, and the application of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts.

Higher Secondary School Education

2010 - 2012

Pursued a HSC at Shri Vishuddhananda Vidya mandir High school, achieving A2 Grade.

The expertise area was in Commerce with Statistics as a key strength.

Secondary School Education

2009 - 2010

Pursued a SSC at Shri Daxinamurti Gijubhai Vinay Mandir, achieving Distinction Class.

Without any hopes or defined goals, I simply found solace in expressing my thoughts on mathematics, science, and technology subjects.

Software Engineer II

Jan 2023 - Present

Blackhawk Network - Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

• Primary focus on the research, development, and implementation of features, user stories, and KTLOS (Key Technical Line of Sight) of Products.
• Engaged in the development of full-stack applications, overseeing multiple repositories to build and enhance two core products tailored to assist users in their daily activities.
• Skills/Framework: Zend, PHP, Angular, MySQL, Vanilla JavaScript, Agile, AWS, PHPUnit, Karma Test, Behat Test.

Senior Software Engineer

Apr 2020 - Dec 2022

BiztechCS - Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site

• Engaged in a large-scale project with a team comprising more than 15 members. Adhering to the Agile Software Development Process, including regular code review practices.
• Overseeing a team of three members, inclusive of myself, and providing guidance to interns.
• Played a key role as a backend developer in a water waste management project with a growing global reach.
• Authored unit test cases using PHPUnit from scratch and successfully covered over 50% of critical business features.
• Followed agile workflow for the project. Used AWS to host web apps and automate deployments using Jenkins CI-CD.
• Skills/Framework: CakePHP, PHP, MySQL, JQuery, Agile Methodologies, AWS, PHPUnit.

Software Engineer - PHP

Jan 2019 - Apr 2020

BiztechCS - Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site

• Continuing my professional journey to acquire expertise in a new framework - CakePHP.
• Opportunity to learn and apply Agile Software Development processes.
• Developed and delivered crucial features for a water waste management project, incorporating effective solutions.
• Skills/Framework: CakePHP, PHP, MySQL, Git, JQuery.

PHP Developer

Nov 2017 - Oct 2018

Hyperlink Infosystem - Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site

• Commenced my professional journey after completing an internship with PHP technology & CodeIgniter Framework.
• Developed an Admin Panel and REST APIs from the ground up for a Taxi App, a Book Language Translator, and a Point-Based Referral System.
• Conducted research and implemented solutions using Socket.io, gaining hands-on experience with Node.js for a brief period.
• Designed, developed, and successfully delivered more than six projects.
• Skills/Framework: CodeIgniter, PHP, MySQL, JQuery, HTML, CSS.

Android and PHP Developer - Tnternship

Dec 2016 - Oct 2017

AS Services - Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India · On-site

• Started a journey as a trainee at AS Services.
• Throughout the training period, acquired proficiency in Advanced PHP and grasped MVC concepts.
• Developed a web application and Android app for shop owners, providing them with a tool to efficiently manage data related to job form applicants.
• Skills/Framework: PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Android - Java.