Shashank Sharma

About Shashank Sharma

I am a Software Consultant at Capgemini, specializing in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture for developing scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems.My experience includes designing, building, and deploying enterprise-grade applications focused on reliability, performance, and maintainability. I have worked extensively on RESTful API development, microservice communication, and containerized deployments using OpenShift.I am particularly skilled in performance optimization, clean architecture, and system scalability, with a consistent record of improving backend efficiency and application stability.My work involves integrating and managing diverse database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Couchbase, MongoDB, and Hive, along with implementing event-driven communication using Apache Kafka, ensuring efficient data handling, high throughput, and seamless interaction across distributed systems.My professional strengths include cross-functional collaboration, code quality assurance, and adherence to modern DevOps practices, ensuring smooth integration and delivery across complex enterprise environments.Core Competencies:Backend Development (Java, Spring Boot, Microservices)Event-Driven Architecture (Apache Kafka)API Design & Integration (REST Architecture)Database Management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Couchbase, MongoDB, Hive)Performance Optimization & System ScalabilityContainerized Deployment (OpenShift)Build & Automation Tools (Jenkins)I take pride in delivering robust, maintainable, and business-aligned software solutions that support long-term scalability and operational excellence. Open to discussing technology, system design, and backend architecture solutions.

Experience

1. Consultant

   Capgemini

   Dec 2024 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Working as a Tech Lead in the banking domain, responsible for end-to-end ownership of backend components — from requirement analysis and architecture design to implementation, optimization, and deployment — ensuring adherence to security, performance, and maintainability standards.Experienced in Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture, with strong expertise in RESTful APIs, event-driven systems using Apache Kafka. Skilled in handling databases such as MySQL and Hive to enable efficient data management across distributed systems.I collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, QA and client to deliver robust, business-aligned backend systems in complex enterprise banking environments, ensuring smooth integration and high reliability.

Education

• Raj Kumar Goel Institute of Technology, Ghaziabad

  Bachelor of Technology, Computer Science

  2015 — 2019