Ashar Afrouz

About Ashar Afrouz

As a Software Engineer at Ather Energy, my passion lies in harnessing the power of modern web technologies to create impactful solutions. With a journey that began as an intern and evolved into a full-time role, I\'ve led significant projects like enhancing performance and user experience. Beyond technical skills, I\'m deeply interested in the intersection of technology and sustainable practices, aiming to contribute to eco-friendly innovations in the tech space.In my work, I prioritize efficiency, scalability, and user-centric design. I enjoy the challenge of transforming complex technical concepts into accessible, high-performance applications. Outside of my professional endeavors, I\'m an avid learner, constantly exploring the latest trends in technology and sustainability.

Experience

1. Software Engineer

   Ather Energy

   Jul 2022 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Contributed to the development and enhancement of Authentication microservice which handles 100k requests every 20mins. Worked on APISIX API Gateway integration for efficient request handling and authentication flow. Developed Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in collaboration with product teams, facilitating rapid feature deployment. Led a comprehensive backend overhaul for mobile applications, significantly enhancing the customer experience and integrating new features through the deployment of REST APIs. This initiative resulted in increased customer experience and ensured high system availability. Developed an internal web application using Next.js and typescript. Actively participated in hackathons, developing a chatbot and a PWA application featuring a concept similar to Spotify Wrapped.

Education

• Manipal Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2018 — 2022