Kunal Pal

About Kunal Pal

I\'m a self-taught software developer with over 8+ years of experience on a mission ‍ to transform ideas into elegant, efficient and user-friendly applications. A Dedicated professional with a strong academic foundation in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering, having earned my degree from Mumbai UniversityI am currently working at ChargePoint, being a Startup I get the opportunity to explore my knowledge in various dimensions.

Experience

1. Staff Software Engineer

   ChargePoint

   Jul 2023 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   ChargePoint (android | ios | react-native| python | IOT)- It enables certified electricians to complete the installation and setup process for homeowners and commercial station owners, for ChargePoint Home Flex (CPH50), AC and Express Plus DC EVSE charging stations. Downloads - Android - 5K+| IOS - 20K+ Developed and integrated the complete installation flow for all ChargePoint-supported EV stations using React Native and Node.js. Implementing a certificate-based authentication system to ensure only verified installers can perform installations. Collaborated with hardware vendors (e.g, EATON) by analyzing hardware documentation, flowcharts, circuit diagrams and developed automation scripts to seamlessly connect and integrate vendor hardware into the installation process. Designed and implemented a WiFi-to-WiFi communication module built on the SCP (Secure Copy Protocol) to enable secure and efficient transfer of large files (e.g, firmware) and authenticated command exchange between nested cluster systems, including ChargePoint stations, power blocks, and large-scale power systems, ensuring seamless integration with third-party vendor hardware through a master–slave architecture. Implemented a security module for securing Bluetooth communication against unauthorized access and data breaches. Developed features such as device discovery, pairing and real-time data synchronization with low power consumption and high reliability. Optimizing Python code for embedded platforms considering resource constraints such as memory, power and processing capabilities. Collaborating with firmware developersto integrate Python components seamlessly into the overall embedded system architecture. Created a BFF (Backend for frontend) using Go\'s libraries for scalability and optimization.

Education

• Theem college of engineering

  Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2012 — 2015