Akhilesh Mittal

Experienced Lead Developer Specializing in Django and Python

Jaipur, India

Summary

A proficient Lead Developer with over 5 years of rich experience in building, deploying, and maintaining scalable web applications. Skilled in Django, Python, and API development, with a proven track record of leading successful project deliveries and optimizing complex algorithms. An adept problem solver with a deep understanding of the entire web development process, from design and development to deployment and maintenance. Recognized for contributing to the development of an award-winning on-demand penetration testing platform and implementing effective reporting systems. Committed to integrating innovative technologies and maintaining the highest quality standards in all projects.

Languages:

English

Favorite Python Packages:

Django Celery Requests Numpy Scikit-learn Psycopg2 BeautifulSoup

Experience

Lead Software Developer at Blacklock Security (Apr 2022 - Present)

• Led a team of developers to ensure project delivery within established timelines.
• Optimized the scan process algorithms to reduce testing time while maintaining high levels of
• accuracy.
• Contributed to the development of Blacklock's award-winning on-demand penetration testing platform.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and drive innovative solutions.
• Improved the platform's scalability and security through efficient code optimization and advanced security tool integration.

Senior Software Developer at Blacklock Security (Apr 2020 - Mar 2022)

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and drive innovative solutions.
• Conducted code reviews to maintain quality standards and enhance the development process.
• Troubleshot complex technical issues and provided timely support to end-users.
• Designed reporting systems that communicate scan results effectively to clients.
• Managed the integration of multiple security tools and APIs into the platform to improve its functionality.
• Led development of new features that enhanced the platform's user experience and improved user engagement.
• Mentored junior developers to improve their performance and motivation.

Software Developer at Blacklock Security (Apr 2018 - Mar 2020)

• Designed and implemented highly efficient web solutions using the Django framework.
• Deployed and maintained a scalable, dockerized web application on AWS EC2, using Nginx server and Postgres database.

Skills

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Django, Django REST Framework, JavaScript