Nithin Hemachandran
Senior Python Developer @ABF Business Technology Services
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Python Developer @ABF Business Technology Services
Peterborough, GB
Working as a Senior Python Developer in the Cyber Defence Team of Associated British Foods BTS, focusing on enhancing security protocols and automating deployment processes in a dynamic Agile environment.• Implemented and managed the OpenCTI Threat Intelligence Platform, enabling ABF to process and analyze over 1 million cybersecurity-related data points, strengthening threat intelligence capabilities.• Developed and integrated custom threat intelligence connectors (Taegis, Shodan, Dragos) into OpenCTI, significantly enhancing data ingestion and analysis.• Automated testing frameworks adhering to Modern Testing Principles, improving software quality andreducing manual effort.• Built a machine learning model for phishing email detection, improving incident response times and reducing manual intervention.• Supported and maintained critical security platforms (SOAR, SIEM, XDR, NDR, ASM, TIP), ensuring 24/7/365 protection of ABF’s global businesses.• Automated and optimized security operations, enhancing threat detection, response, and remediation workflows.• Led security investigations and incident response efforts, analyzing event logs, investigating alerts, and mitigating threats using SIEM, IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence platforms.• Conducted security assessments and vulnerability scans (Rapid7, Qualys), ensuring proactive threat mitigation and compliance with security standards.• Developed and improved security automation to streamline operations, optimize infrastructure, and enhance system reliability.• Provided expert support to the Cyber Defence team, identifying root causes of security incidents and implementing effective resolutions.• Authored and maintained IT security documentation, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance requirements.• Mentored team members and collaborated within the Microsoft tech stack, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth.
EDUCATION
Amrita Vidyalayam
Higher Secondary Education, Computer Science
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Computer Science and Engineering
SKILLS
ABOUT NITHIN HEMACHANDRAN
Senior Backend / Python Engineer with 8+ years of experience designing, building, and owning production-grade backend systems across cloud, automation, and security-focused platforms.I specialise in Python backend development (Flask, Django, FastAPI), building robust APIs, data pipelines, and distributed systems that scale in real-world production environments. I’ve led backend development end-to-end — from system design and implementation to deployment, monitoring, and long-term ownership.In recent roles, I’ve worked at the intersection of traditional engineering and modern AI-assisted development, using tools like GitHub Copilot and Claude to accelerate development, refactor complex codebases, and productionise automation-generated outputs while maintaining high engineering standards.My background spans both enterprise and fast-moving environments, where I’ve->Built and owned backend services from scratch->Integrated complex external systems and APIs->Designed CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native deployments->Mentored engineers and led technical delivery->Delivered reliable systems under evolving requirementsI’m particularly interested in backend-heavy roles where engineering quality, ownership, and thoughtful use of AI tooling matter — especially in teams building products that move fast without compromising on robustness.Core strengths: Python • Backend APIs • PostgreSQL • Distributed Systems • AI-assisted Development • Cloud & DevSecOps • Technical Leadership
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