Swastik Pathak

Swastik Pathak

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HFT Software Engineer | Low-Latency Systems & Distributed Infrastructure | Cloud Optimization & DevOps | Python, C++, Pandas, SQL, Azure
Karnataka, India

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  • Q
    Software Developer
    QiCAPAi
    Apr 2025 - Current (11 months)
    At QiCAP.Ai (HFT), I design and develop ultra-low-latency systems tailored for high-performance trading environments. My core contributions include engineering a custom FlatHashMap optimized with open addressing and backshift deletion, benchmarked against leading libraries (absl, eastl, ankerl) to meet stringent throughput and latency requirements of real-time trading strategies. Beyond systems engineering, I’ve led key DevOps initiatives including the design and deployment of a production-grade audit trail system using the ELK stack, implemented Redis ACLs for secure state management, and containerized infrastructure using Docker with configuration automation via Ansible and Terraform. On the business infrastructure side, I built end-to-
  • Tiger Analytics
    Big Data Engineer - Azure Trainee
    Tiger Analytics
    Nov 2024 - Apr 2025 (6 months)
    At Tiger Analytics, I design and implement scalable ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Databricks, achieving a 40% improvement in data transformation efficiency. I work extensively with Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS Gen2) to enable optimized storage and seamless data integration. I also develop interactive Power BI dashboards to support data-driven decision-making and manage secure access and secrets using Azure RBAC and Azure Key Vault. My responsibilities include monitoring pipeline performance, troubleshooting data issues, and ensuring end-to-end data integrity across systems. Additionally, I have worked with Graph Databases (Neo4j) using Cypher to build relationship-based data models and perform complex network analysis.
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    Technical Trainer
    Vikas College of Engineering Technology
    Aug 2024 - Oct 2024 (3 months)
    As a Technical Trainer, I mentored and trained B.Tech students in Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA), backend development, and industry-relevant projects to enhance their technical skills. I provided guidance on system design, problem-solving techniques, and complex algorithms, leading to a 40% improvement in student placements. My role also involved designing structured learning modules, conducting hands-on coding sessions, and helping students build a strong foundation in software development principles.
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    Full Stack Developer & DSA Mentor
    HeyCoach
    May 2024 - Jul 2024 (3 months)
    As a Full Stack Developer and DSA Mentor at HeyCoach, I was responsible for enhancing web applications and providing comprehensive mentorship in full-stack development and data structures algorithms (DSA). My role involved developing responsive web interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ReactJS, leading to significant improvements in user engagement and operational efficiency. Additionally, I played a key role in curriculum development, integrating advanced DSA and competitive programming concepts, which substantially improved the technical proficiency and placement outcomes of students. I also mentored interns, guiding them in frontend development and algorithmic problem-solving. Check out the feedback I received for my work: https:
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    Software Engineer Intern
    Swar Systems
    Mar 2024 - Apr 2024 (2 months)
    In my role as a Software Engineer Intern at Swar Systems Pvt. Ltd., I focused on improving code quality and maintainability across the company's software projects. I leveraged Visual Studio's debugging tools to identify and resolve critical issues within the codebase, which greatly enhanced the stability and reliability of the applications. I also developed a JUCE-based tool for code scanning and optimization, which significantly boosted code quality and maintainability. My responsibilities included collaborating with the development team to refactor large sections of code, reducing bug reports and improving long-term code health. Additionally, I led the adoption of GitKraken for version control, which streamlined the development process an
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  • KIIT  Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
    Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Information Technology
    KIIT Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology
    Oct 2020 - Sep 2024 (4 years)
    At KIIT, I built a solid foundation in core computer science areas including Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Networks, Operating Systems, Database Management Systems, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, etc. This academic knowledge was complemented by hands-on projects that demonstrated my full-stack development and problem-solving skills. I developed a search engine using Flask and Selenium, engineered a Chrome Extension for coding task management, and created a C++ algorithm for solving a Rubik’s Cube. Additionally, I built a real-time sign language translator using Python and Keras. These projects honed my expertise in algorithm optimization, machine learning, and various frameworks and tools, including Flask, Selenium, Juc
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    Search Engine
    Leveraged Flask, Selenium, and TF-IDF algorithm to create a search engine capable of efficiently scraping and processing data from 2000+ LeetCode questions. This project demonstrated my ability to integrate back-end and front-end technologies to create a seamless user experience, achieving 98% accuracy in query responses.