Chirag Kakkad

Dynamic and results-driven Team Lead with over 9+ years of experience in leading, developing, and deploying complex software solutions across various industries. Expertise in PHP, Laravel, and modern frameworks such as Angular and React, with a strong background in Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices. Proven track record in leading teams and successfully delivering high-impact projects.

Certified

ScrumMaster (CSM) with experience in cloud technologies, DevOps tools, and modern software engineering practices. Team Leader experienced in directing activities of workgroups. Develops strategies, provides training, sets goals and obtains team feedback. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Big picture focus with excellence in communicating goals and vision to succeed. Problem solver, networker, and consensus builder.

Team Lead - Brainvire InfoTech Pvt. Ltd. - Ahmedabad, India

(2024-04)

• Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Spearheaded development and deployment pipelines utilizing CI/CD methodologies, Agile frameworks, and DevOps tools such as Azure, Docker, and Jenkins.
• Managed project scopes, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery, meeting client requirements and deadlines.
• Implemented best practices in code quality, performance, and scalability while mentoring junior developers.
• Mentored junior staff to enhance skill sets and improve team performance.
• Managed 10+ customers and successfully delivered projects with quality and efficiency.

Senior Software Engineer - Brainvire InfoTech Pvt. Ltd. - Ahmedabad, India

(2021-04 - 2024-03)

• Led cross-functional teams to deliver robust software solutions using PHP, Laravel, React JS, Django and Angular across diverse projects.
• Spearheaded development and deployment pipelines utilizing CI/CD methodologies, Agile frameworks, and DevOps tools such as Azure, Docker, and Jenkins.
• Managed project scopes, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery, meeting client requirements and deadlines.
• Implemented best practices in code quality, performance, and scalability while mentoring junior developers.
• Managed 10+ customers and successfully delivered projects with quality and efficiency.

Software Engineer - Brainvire InfoTech Pvt. Ltd. - Ahmedabad, India

(2019-06 - 2021-03)

• Spearheaded development and deployment pipelines utilizing CI/CD methodologies, Agile frameworks, and DevOps tools such as Azure, Docker, and Jenkins.
• Managed project scopes, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery, meeting client requirements and deadlines.
• Implemented best practices in code quality, performance, and scalability while mentoring junior developers.
• Handled 10+ customers simultaneously while successfully delivering projects within deadlines and maintaining high client satisfaction.

Software Engineer - The One Technologies - Ahmedabad, India

(2019-03 - 2019-06)

• Developed software solutions using PHP and Laravel, improving system efficiency and functionality for client projects.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design REST APIs and optimize system integrations.
• Led software development projects, ensuring adherence to best coding practices and design patterns.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver tailored software solutions.

Software Engineer - XcelTec Interactive Private Limited - Ahmedabad, India

(2018-02 - 2019-03)

• Engineered and sustained PHP-based applications utilizing Yii2 and CodeIgniter.
• Developed APIs and refined backend architecture to boost system performance and scalability.

Jr PHP Developer - Pixometry Infotech Pvt Ltd - Ahmedabad, India

(2017-03 - 2018-01)

• Developed hands-on skills in PHP and web development while participating in numerous projects.
• Contributed to development and management of client websites, securing delivery of high-quality and efficient code.
• Developed dynamic web applications using PHP and MySQL to enhance user experience.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design technical specifications.

BE in CSE - Computer Science - Parul Institute of Technology (2017-06)

Diploma - Computer Engineering - Balaji Institute of Engineering & Technology (2014-06)