Pranit Kotkar

About Pranit Kotkar

I am a Software Development Engineer at Amazon, currently working on the Elastic Block Store (EBS) Physalia data plane team, where I build distributed systems that power low-latency, high-throughput block storage for AWS services. Previously, I was part of the Batch Inference team at AWS Bedrock, where I built scalable Generative AI infrastructure.I hold a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology, specializing in machine learning, data science, and cloud computing. With certifications in AWS, Azure, and Google Data Analytics, I have extensive experience in developing scalable data pipelines, predictive models, and cloud-based solutions.My previous roles at MedTourEasy and The Sparks Foundation involved optimizing systems to enhance operational efficiency and drive impactful data-driven insights. I am passionate about solving complex problems, engineering AI-driven solutions, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies. My research and projects span scalable query optimization systems and time series forecasting models, reflecting my commitment to advancing data-driven decision-making. I thrive in collaborative environments where creativity and technology intersect, constantly learning and pushing boundaries to make a meaningful impact.

Experience

1. Software Development Engineer

   Amazon

   Jul 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• Illinois Institute of Technology

  Master's degree, Computer Science

• University of Mumbai

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering