BIOGRAPHY & JOURNEY

About Me

A glimpse into my background, academic path, engineering experience, and technical skill set.

Akshay KS

Hey there! I'm Akshay KS

Passionate Student & Tech Explorer

Full-StackCloud & DevOpsAI / ML

ABOUT ME

A passionate and self-driven student exploring the world of tech with curiosity and ambition. I enjoy building impactful digital experiences — whether it's web platforms, mobile apps, or scalable backend systems.

CORE FOCUS

  • Full-Stack Web, Mobile App Development & System Design
  • DevOps, CI/CD, and Cloud Infrastructure
  • AI/ML, Generative AI, Agentic AI & Large Language Models

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

I have gained practical experience through hands-on projects, hackathons, and open-source contributions, complementing my academic foundation. Engaging in competitive programming has honed my problem-solving skills, while collaborating with peers has strengthened my understanding of teamwork and collaboration.

LOOKING AHEAD

I'm excited to continue growing as a software engineer, eager to take on real-world challenges and contribute meaningfully to impactful projects. Always open to new ideas, mentorship, and collaborations that push boundaries and foster innovation.

Learning every day • Building with intent • Open to collaborations

Education

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore logo

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Engineering

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore

Aug 2023 - Jun 2027

Core Computer Engineering program with focus on software development, algorithms, system design and modern technologies.

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Bachelor of Science - BS, Data Science (Dual Degree)

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

Dec 2023 - Present

Dual degree program focusing on data science and analytics. Exploring statistical analysis, machine learning, and data-driven decision making.

Work Experience

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Software Engineer Intern

BNY - Chennai

May 2026 - Jul 2026
  • Built, documented, and maintained 6 AI agents using BNY's internal AI platform for enterprise finance workflows
  • Integrated 5 AI agents into a finance application, automating business processes and reducing manual effort
  • Resolved 15+ security vulnerabilities by completing assigned remediation and compliance tasks
  • Developed 4+ Spring Boot REST controllers to extend backend services and business functionality
  • Contributed to CI/CD pipelines, application deployments, and production release support
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Software Team Lead

Amrita School of Business - Coimbatore

Jan 2026 - Feb 2026
  • Co-led a team of 10 developers to design, develop, and deploy the end-to-end web platform for Pragati 2026
  • Oversaw full stack development and deployment, ensuring seamless integration across frontend, backend, and payment systems
  • Managed project planning, task allocation, and development timelines to ensure timely delivery under strict deadlines
  • Scaled and optimized the platform to handle high user traffic, contributing to revenue generation of ₹1,00,000+
  • Led deployment and monitoring on Amrita's private cloud, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime during live events
  • Handled real-time issue resolution and guided the team through critical production scenarios
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Backend Developer

Anokha 2026 - Coimbatore

Nov 2025 - Jan 2026
  • Architected and developed a high-performance event management backend system in Go for Anokha 2025, serving 5000+ participants across 50+ events
  • Built comprehensive REST APIs for 10+ modules including event management, accommodation system, real-time attendance tracking, booking workflows, and dispute resolution
  • Implemented secure authentication system with JWT tokens, RBAC middleware, CSRF protection, and role-based access control for admin, organizer, and participant dashboards
  • Integrated payment gateway for event registrations and accommodation bookings with transaction tracking and automated reconciliation, generating ₹15+ lakh revenue through registrations.
  • Designed analytics pipeline with Prometheus monitoring to track 10,000+ API requests/day and generate real-time insights for event organizers
  • Deployed scalable infrastructure using Docker and PostgreSQL with Redis caching to ensure low-latency responses under high concurrency
  • Developed email notification system with queue-based processing for event confirmations, booking updates, and 5,000+ bulk communications
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Research Intern

Sony SSUP

Dec 2023 - Sep 2024
  • Part of Sony SSUP's Spresense-powered smart polyhouse initiative to optimize solar drying in agriculture using edge AI
  • Worked in a 4-member image processing team on automated drying time estimation and produce quality assessment
  • Captured and curated 2,000+ high-quality real-time images, building structured datasets to power model training
  • Developed lightweight ML classifiers to predict drying stages and optimal duration with >90% accuracy
  • Compressed model size from 800KB to <40KB (~95% reduction) for efficient edge deployment
  • Deployed models using Edge Impulse on Sony's Spresense, ensuring <1s inference latency on-device
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Back End Developer

Amrita School of Business - Coimbatore

Dec 2024 - Mar 2025
  • Developed a robust event registration web application for Pragati 2025, the B-Fest of Amrita School of Business
  • Designed and implemented backend routes for core functionalities including event listing, user registration, and transaction processing
  • Created and maintained Swagger API documentation to standardize backend communication across teams
  • Integrated PayU payment gateway securely to handle participant payments and confirmations, generating ₹1+ lakh revenue through participant registrations

Software Development Intern

1000Lookz

Nov 2024 - Apr 2025
  • Built an AI-powered hairstyle recommendation system using GANs for generating realistic hairstyle transformations
  • Designed and optimized the UI for an intuitive and seamless user experience
  • Implemented a standalone RAG pipeline using DeepSeek to answer user queries based on uploaded PDF documents and codebases
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Hacktoberfest 2024 Contributor

Hacktoberfest

Oct 2024 - Nov 2024
  • Participated in Hacktoberfest for the first time, contributing to open-source projects
  • Collaborated with maintainers to implement features, debug issues, and optimize codebases
  • Gained hands-on experience with Git, GitHub, and open-source workflows
  • Made meaningful contributions to the tech community while improving coding skills
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Open Source Contributor | GSSoC 2024

GirlScript Summer of Code

Oct 2024 - Nov 2024
  • Participated in my first open-source event, contributing to a project in the GirlScript Summer of Code
  • Successfully implemented a feature and resolved a bug, enhancing understanding of open-source workflows
  • Built confidence and skills in version control systems like Git and GitHub
  • Gained insight into community-driven software development practices

College Clubs & Activities

ACM Student Chapter Amrita

Member

June 2025 - Present

Member of the ACM Student Chapter at Amrita, engaging in computer science activities and professional development.

Google Developer Student Clubs

Member

Sep 2023 - Nov 2024

Active member of GDSC contributing to the tech community at Amrita School of Engineering, Coimbatore.

Programming Languages & Tools

Programming Languages

Python

Python

Go

Go

JavaScript

JavaScript

TypeScript

TypeScript

HTML

HTML

Markdown

Markdown

CSS

CSS

Java

Java

C++

C++

Haskell

Haskell

Dart

Dart

Flutter

Flutter

SQL

SQL

Frameworks & Libraries

React

React

Next.js

Next.js

Node.js

Node.js

Express

Express

Spring Boot

Spring Boot

Angular

Angular

Flask

Flask

FastAPI

FastAPI

TailwindCSS

TailwindCSS

Bootstrap

Bootstrap

TensorFlow

TensorFlow

Tools & Technologies

Git

Git

Docker

Docker

Kubernetes

Kubernetes

Prometheus

Prometheus

Grafana

Grafana

GCP

GCP

MongoDB

MongoDB

MySQL

MySQL

PostgreSQL

PostgreSQL

SQLite

SQLite

Redis

Redis

Linux

Linux

VS Code

VS Code

Postman

Postman

Figma

Figma

CI/CD

CI/CD

Vercel

Vercel

Firebase

Firebase

npm

npm

Supabase

Supabase

Android Studio

Android Studio

Personal Interests

What keeps me inspired outside of coding

Sports

Athletic Activities

Playing and watching various sports keeps me active and competitive

Reading Books

Knowledge & Stories

Tech blogs, sci-fi novels, and philosophy books expand my perspective

Music

Audio & Sound

From classical symphonies to modern beats - music fuels my creativity

Fitness

Health & Wellness

Running and workouts keep my mind sharp and body energized

Personal Traits

The qualities that drive my work and relationships

Self-Motivated

Drive & Initiative

I thrive on setting ambitious goals and pushing myself to achieve them

Curious Learner

Knowledge Seeker

Always eager to dive deep into new technologies and concepts

Collaborative

Team Player

I believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives working together

Detail-Oriented

Quality Focus

I pay attention to the small things that make a big difference

Creative Problem Solver

Innovative Thinking

I love finding innovative solutions to complex challenges

Adaptable

Quick Learner

I quickly adjust to new environments and embrace change as growth