Fenil Gholani
SDE II @Yahoo | ME in Cyber Security @UMD | Security+ | Network+ | BS in CS & Minor in Business @UMD
- Role
- Software Engineer Ii at Yahoo
- Location
- San Francisco, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Fenil Gholani
I’m Fenil, and I’ve always believed that technology is not just about code; it’s about solving real problems and making life easier for everyone. My journey began at the University of Maryland, where I earned my Master’s in Cybersecurity after diving deep into Computer Science for my undergraduate studies. During this time, I had the opportunity to work as a Graduate Teaching Assistant across various courses like Data Analytics and Web App Development. This experience not only honed my technical skills but also ignited my passion for mentoring others.Currently, I’m part of the team at Yahoo as a Software Engineer. Here, I get to immerse myself in the fast-paced tech landscape while crafting elegant software solutions that truly make a difference. In just two years, I\'ve contributed to projects that improved user engagement by 30% and optimized system performance by 25%. My previous role as a System Engineering Intern allowed me to lay a solid foundation in understanding complex systems while collaborating with talented engineers.Before my time at Yahoo, I was involved in various roles at the University of Maryland where I not only developed web applications but also supported research initiatives as a Graduate Research Assistant. One of my proudest moments was leading a project that analyzed student data to enhance learning outcomes—an effort that positively impacted over 500 students.Outside of work and academia, I served as the Vice President of Information Technology at VikasGenie Private Limited in India. This role taught me valuable lessons about leadership and teamwork while allowing me to contribute to meaningful tech initiatives. Additionally, my involvement with ACM helped me connect with fellow tech enthusiasts and fostered my love for community engagement.I’m always eager to connect with like-minded professionals who share a passion for technology and innovation. If you’re interested in discussing software solutions or cybersecurity trends—or just want to share ideas—feel free to reach out via email!Skills: Software Engineering | Cybersecurity | Data Analytics | Web Development | System Optimization
Experience
Software Engineer Ii
Oct 2025 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US
Education
Dwarkadas J. Sanghvi College of Engineering
Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Engineering
2017 — 2018
University of Maryland
Bachelor's - Minor, General Business
University of Maryland
Bachelor's - Major, Computer Science
University of Maryland
Master's degree, Cybersecurity
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