Jayant Kumar

About Jayant Kumar

Crafting clean, scalable backend systems is not just what I do—it\'s what I love. With over 3 years of experience as a Software Engineer, I specialize in designing robust Java and Spring Boot microservices that power enterprise-grade applications. Currently at Infosys, I work on high-impact projects for Apple, transforming vision into real-world tech.My expertise spans backend development, Kafka-driven event systems, ElasticSearch optimization, and AWS cloud integration. One of my proudest achievements was leading the Privacy Portal Integration—processing 100K+ GDPR/CCPA/DPDP requests daily—proving my ability to scale under pressure and build privacy-first platforms. From integrating WebEx APIs to crafting seamless RESTful services, I’ve accelerated system performance and elevated user experiences.Recognition such as the STG Rise Award and being a PS & T Ideathon finalist fuels my drive for innovation. I enjoy mentoring peers, advocating best practices, and collaborating across teams in Agile environments to ship clean, testable code.Looking ahead, I’m eager to expand my footprint in cloud-native architectures, system design, and performance engineering. Whether it’s refactoring monoliths or building from scratch, I bring a growth mindset and problem-solving energy to every challenge.Let’s connect if you’re looking to collaborate, share ideas, or explore opportunities at the intersection of backend engineering and large-scale systems.

Experience

1. Specialist Programmer

   Infosys

   Jan 2022 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   As a Specialist Programmer at Infosys, I played a pivotal role in building scalable backend systems for Apple’s internal platforms. I led the Privacy Portal Integration project, enabling the handling of over GDPR-related requests daily while ensuring strict adherence to global privacy laws like CCPA and DPDP. I developed robust Spring Boot microservices and engineered RESTful APIs that accelerated integration speeds by 30%. My work on WebEx API integration enhanced user verification and streamlined reporting workflows.I championed a shift to Kafka-based event-driven architecture, which improved throughput and reliability across services. My contributions to refactoring monolithic applications into modular microservices boosted maintainability and system performance. I also created a bulk session organizer reassignment feature, empowering admins with better control. Beyond coding, I mentored junior developers, led workshops, and maintained 99.9% uptime by proactively resolving L1 production issues. Recognized with the STG Rise Award and selected as a PS & T Ideathon finalist.

Education

• Modern Institute of Technology & Research Centre,Alwar

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech

  2017 — 2021