Shri Patel

Background

About Shri Patel

I'm a recent Computer Engineering graduate from the University of Illinois Chicago with a passion for building impactful software systems and solving complex problems with clean, scalable code. I bring a blend of backend development, cloud infrastructure knowledge, and systems-level thinking, with hands-on experience across academic, enterprise, and support environments.As a Software Engineering Intern, I contributed to production-grade systems by designing Golang-based microservices within a cloud-based SaaS platform, integrating Kafka and MongoDB to enable large-scale data exports into Amazon S3. I emphasized reliability, test coverage, and performance—improving system efficiency by 65% and usability by over 80% for enterprise clients. In another role, I developed a voice-enabled IVR application using TypeScript, Express.js, and FreeClimb’s REST API to streamline call flows for a financial services client. The app improved call handling efficiency by 40% and projected a 30% reduction in operational costs.Beyond development, I served as a C++ Teaching Assistant, where I guided 100+ students through foundational computer science concepts including object-oriented programming, memory management, and low-level systems topics. I facilitated labs, graded over 600 projects, and held 50+ one-on-one sessions—directly contributing to higher student engagement and improved exam scores.I also have experience in IT operations, having supported over university users while automating software deployments with Microsoft Intune and Endpoint Manager. That automation improved deployment speed by 40% and strengthened my understanding of device management and enterprise-scale support.I’m someone who values continuous learning, clear communication, and meaningful collaboration. Whether working with distributed systems, diving into infrastructure, or mentoring others, I’m always eager to explore new technologies and contribute to projects that drive real-world impact.Let’s connect—I’m actively exploring full-time opportunities in software engineering, cloud development, or backend systems, and always open to collaborating on exciting technical challenges.