Pujari Akhil

About Pujari Akhil

Software Engineer with 2+ years of experience building scalable backend and cloud-native systems using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. Strong expertise in REST API design, CI/CD automation, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (Azure, GCP). Proven ability to deliver high-availability applications, optimize system performance, and integrate distributed services for enterprise use cases. Passionate about solving real-world problems and building reliable, production-ready systems.

Experience

1. Software Engineer

   Ford Motor Company

   Mar 2024 — Present · Chennai, IN

   Currently leading the development of a cloud-native FLMMS (Field Logistics & Maintenance Management System) using Java, Spring Boot, and React.js, supporting field technicians and driving a 30% gain in operational efficiency. I architected the backend for a Smart Assistant using REST APIs to unify disparate internal systems, ensuring secure access and centralized logging for real-time employee query processing.Additionally, I engineered resilient API architectures using Google Cloud (Apigee) and Pub/Sub for asynchronous communication and multi-region failover. I also spearheaded the migration of legacy monoliths to OpenShift, utilizing Kubernetes and Helm to modernize CI/CD pipelines, which resulted in a 40% reduction in infrastructure costs. I am actively involved in unit testing and optimizing system performance through Core Java and Spring Boot best practices.Skills: Java, Spring Boot, Google Cloud (GCP), Kubernetes, OpenShift, REST APIs, Helm, Pub/Sub, React.js.

Education

• VIT_Vellore Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, cse(data analytics)

  2019 — 2023