Atharva Nighot

Software Engineer | Backend Development & AI/ML

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About

Highly passionate and results-driven Software Engineer specializing in backend development with a strong foundation in Java, Spring Boot, and cutting-edge AI/ML technologies. Proven ability to implement robust RESTful APIs, develop comprehensive unit tests, and contribute effectively within Agile environments. Eager to leverage expertise in scalable systems and machine learning to drive innovation and deliver high-impact solutions.

Work Experience

Associate Software Engineer

Securonix

Dec 2025 - Present

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Hands-on experience developing Java and Python microservices, with exposure to technologies including Kubernetes, Kafka, gRPC, etc.

Software Engineer - Intern

Securonix

Jan 2025 - Jun 2025

Pune, Maharashtra, India

Contirbuted in writing Java Spring Boot microservices within an Agile Scrum environment, focusing on developing robust APIs and comprehensive testing.

  • Implemented RESTful APIs and developed comprehensive unit and integration tests using JUnit, ensuring high code quality and reliability for critical microservices.
  • Contributed to Java Spring Boot microservices within an Agile Scrum environment, actively participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and reviews to drive project progress.

Education

Computer Technology

Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering

8.14/10.0 GPA

Jun 2021 - Jun 2025

Nagpur, Maharashtra, IN

Higher Secondary Certificate

Tayawade Junior College

98.67%

Jun 2019 - Jun 2021

Koradi, Maharashtra, IN

Secondary School Certificate

Somalwar High School

91.80%

Jun 2009 - Jun 2019

Nagpur, Maharashtra, IN

Projects

Hindi-LLM

Nov 2024 - Mar 2025

Developed a custom Large Language Model (LLM) enabling AI to process and respond effectively in Hindi.

Cipher-Messenger

Sep 2023 - Nov 2023

Developed a full-stack, real-time messaging application leveraging modern web technologies and robust backend services.

Awards

Cloud and Digital Training Program Completion

PwC Launchpad

Successfully completed a 5-month Cloud and Digital Training Program, gaining advanced skills in cloud technologies and digital transformation.

Multiple Top Ranks

Local Level Coding Competitions

Consistently achieved top ranks in various local coding competitions, demonstrating strong competitive programming skills.

Finalist

Smart India Hackathon

Jan 2023

Achieved finalist status in a national-level hackathon, demonstrating strong problem-solving and technical skills.

Global Rank 38

CodeChef December Long 2022

Dec 2022

Secured a global rank of 38 out of 8200 participants in a competitive coding contest, showcasing exceptional algorithmic and problem-solving abilities.

Honourable Mention

NASA and American National Space Society

Jan 2019

Recognized in the Space Settlement Contest for innovative contributions.

4th Rank

TechnoXian World Robotics Championship

Jan 2019

Achieved 4th rank in the Quadcopter Challenge, highlighting expertise in robotics and engineering.

Skills

Programming Languages

  • Java
  • Python
  • C
  • HTML/CSS

Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS
  • Docker
  • Git
  • GitHub
  • BitBucket
  • Jira
  • Postman

Machine Learning & NLP

  • Machine Learning
  • NLP
  • LLaMA
  • Tokenizers

Methodologies

  • Agile Scrum

Frameworks & Libraries

  • Spring Boot
  • JPA
  • React
  • REST
  • JWT
  • WebSocket
  • Maven
  • Huggingface
  • Transformers

Databases

  • MySQL
  • MongoDB
  • PostgreSQL