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Nisarg Shah

I’m a Software Development Engineer passionate about transforming ideas into robust, scalable solutions. With hands-on expertise in distributed systems, cloud technologies, and full-stack development, I craft seamless, high-performance applications that solve real-world problems and drive innovation.

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About me

I’m Nisarg Shah, a Software Development Engineer passionate about designing scalable systems and solving complex challenges. With a Master’s in Computer Science from Indiana University and a history of impactful projects, I specialize in backend engineering, cloud technologies, and distributed systems.

I’ve engineered solutions like a microservices architecture reducing data inconsistencies by 70% and scaled applications to handle millions of daily requests. My achievements include top ranks in the IBM Hack Challenge and IIT Madras Hackathon, showcasing my problem-solving and technical expertise.

With hands-on experience in Node.js, React, AWS, and MongoDB, I’m driven to craft high-performance, reliable solutions. I look forward to bringing my skills and dedication to a team that values innovation and impact.

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Work experience

UITS
Indiana University, Bloomington, IN
Jan, 2024 - Present

Spearheaded WCAG Compliance Initiative: Leveraged Siteimprove to ensure WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for all converted documents (100+), identifying and remediating critical accessibility barriers, improving the user experience for 1000+ users with disabilities.
Enhanced Accessibility Testing: Conducted user testing with assistive technology users to identify and address accessibility issues beyond automated audits, ensuring a truly inclusive user experience.
Developed a Streamlined Conversion Workflow: Collaborated with colleagues to prioritize document conversion based on user impact scores generated by Siteimprove, resulting in a 20% reduction in conversion time.
Documented Accessibility Procedures: Maintained comprehensive documentation of accessibility standards and conversion procedures, streamlining future document conversions for the team.

Software Development Engineer Intern
Kelly School of Business, Bloomington, IN
May, 2024 - Aug, 2024

Engineered a high-performance web scraping system processing 300,000 records daily, improving data collection efficiency by 40% through asynchronous request handling with Node.js

Architected a distributed backend pipeline using microservices, reducing data inconsistencies by 70% and enhancing system reliability through efficient error handling and logging mechanisms

Optimized database operations, decreasing query execution time from 2 seconds to 800 milliseconds by creating efficient schemas and models with MongoDB Atlas and Mongoose ODM.

Jr. Software Developer
Capri Technosys, Gujarat, India
May, 2022 - July, 2023 (1 Year 2 months)

Refactored a legacy monolithic application into distributed, multi-tiered system using Java and Spring Boot, reducing API response time by 70% (from 500ms to 150ms) and scaling system capacity to handle 1 million daily requests.

Collaborated with MLOps team to implement serverless endpoints using AWS Lambda and API Gateway, lowering operational costs by 30% while enhancing system scalability and fault tolerance.

Developed automation script to scrape data from 58,000+ websites, generating CSV and Excel files for MLOps team’s fraud detection model, accelerating execution time by 68% (from 8 hours to 2.5 hours) through multi-threading and connection pooling.

Led cross-functional collaboration to automate web interactions using Jsoup and Selenium, reducing manual testing time from 40 hours to 12 hours weekly and accelerating test execution for 58,000+ websites daily.

Streamlined comprehensive API testing with Postman, increasing coverage from 500 to 700 endpoints and improving bug detection from 20 to 25 issues per sprint, ensuring robust system performance across microservices.

Part-Time Research Intern
Dhirubhai Ambani Institute of Technology (DAIICT), Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India
Nov, 2022 - June, 2023

Tweet Master : Scraped 1.5M tweets on inflation with API & Selenium, optimized retrieval in MongoDB (tailored schema).

NLP Pro : Achieved 77% accuracy in inflation sentiment analysis using BERT embeddings, aligned with NLP research.

Topic Guru : Extracted inflation topics with BERTopic, boosted accuracy by 60% through manual annotation & tuning.

Collaborative Modeler : Collaborated with the team to analyze 300 tweets and provide nuanced insights, contributing to fine-tuning the model’s ability to understand public expectations regarding inflation. This teamwork effort enhanced the model’s classification accuracy, complementing the analysis of the larger 100k+ tweet dataset.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science
Indiana University - Bloomington
Aug, 2023 - May, 2025

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering
Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya
July, 2019 - July, 2023

Skills

Discover the proficiencies that allow me to bring imagination to life through design.

Graphic design

Proficient in crafting visually appealing designs that convey messages effectively.

Branding and identity

Skilled at developing cohesive brand identities, including logos and brand guidelines.

User-centered design

Experienced in creating user-friendly interfaces and optimizing user experiences.

Adobe Creative Suite

Skilled in using Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to create and edit visual elements.

Typography

Adept in selecting and manipulating typefaces to enhance design aesthetics.

Color theory

Proficient in using color to evoke emotions and enhance visual harmony.

Print and digital design

Knowledgeable in designing for both print materials and digital platforms.

Attention to detail

Diligent in maintaining precision and quality in all design work.

Adaptability

Quick to adapt to new design trends, technologies, and client preferences.

Elevating visual narratives

Embark on a design journey that surpasses pixels, entering a realm of imagination. Explore my portfolio, where passion and creativity converge to shape enthralling visual narratives.

Project 1:
Brand identity for tech innovators

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Description:

Developed a comprehensive brand identity for a tech startup, Tech Innovators, specializing in disruptive innovations. The goal was to convey a modern yet approachable image that resonated with both corporate clients and tech enthusiasts.

Role:

Led the entire branding process from concept to execution. Created a dynamic logo that symbolized innovation, selected a vibrant color palette, and I designed corporate stationery, website graphics, and social media assets.

Project 2:
Event poster for art & music festival

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Description:

Designed a captivating event poster for an art and music festival, "ArtWave Fusion," aiming to showcase the synergy between visual art and music genres.

Role:

Translated the festival's creative theme into a visually striking poster. Used bold typography, vibrant colors, and abstract elements to depict the fusion of art and music. Ensured the design captured the festival's vibrant atmosphere.

Project 3:
E-commerce website redesign for fashion brand

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Description:

Redesigned the e-commerce website for an eco-conscious fashion brand, GreenVogue. The objective was to align the brand's online presence with its sustainable ethos and improve user experience.

Role:

Conducted a thorough analysis of the brand's values and customer base to inform the design direction. Created a visually appealing interface with intuitive navigation, highlighting sustainable materials, and integrating a user-friendly shopping experience.

Client testimonials

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" She took our vague concept and turned it into a visual masterpiece that perfectly aligned with our goals. Her attention to detail and ability to translate ideas into compelling visuals exceeded our expectations. "

Mark Thompson

Creative director

" She transformed our brand identity with her creative finesse, capturing our essence in every element. Her dedication and talent truly shine through her work. "

Emily Martinez

CEO

" She has an uncanny ability to communicate emotions and stories. She crafted a logo for our NGO that not only represents our cause but also evokes empathy. Her professionalism and commitment make her a designer of exceptional caliber. "

Laura Simmons

Founder of an NGO

" We entrusted Sarah with revamping our website's user interface, and the results were astounding. Her intuitive design sense enhanced user experience, leading to a significant increase in engagement. She's a designer who truly understands the synergy of aesthetics and functionality. "

Alex Foster

Director of web services

" She took our vision and elevated it beyond imagination. Her ability to capture brand essence and translate it into design is nothing short of remarkable. Working with her has been an inspiring journey. "

Jessica Collins

Product Manager

" Her ability to transform concepts into captivating visuals is nothing short of extraordinary. She took our event poster idea and turned it into a visual masterpiece that perfectly captured the essence of our festival. Sarah's dedication, creativity, and knack for delivering beyond expectations make her an invaluable asset to any project. "

Michael Carter

Event Coordinator

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