Ojas Barik

Python Backend Developer & AI Engineer with professional experience in designing and developing scalable REST APIs, microservices, and AI-powered applications using Django, Flask, and FastAPI. Hands-on experience in AI Engineering including RAG pipelines, LLM integrations, AI Agents, and OpenAI API. Proficient in building production-grade backend systems with PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Celery, and Docker.

Strong knowledge of data engineering tools including Apache Kafka, Flink, Delta Lake, and ELK Stack. A+ Certified in Python & Django from Samyak IT Institute, Kota.

Backend Python Developer at STR Softwares (2024-05 – 2026-06)

• Architected and developed CRM and MDM systems for fintech clients using Django REST Framework, Flask, and microservices architecture.
• Designed and deployed a multi-tenant ticket generation SaaS platform serving multiple businesses with role-based access control.
• Built industrial management and book management software with scalable REST API backends.
• Integrated OpenAI and LLM-based modules into production systems for workflow automation and intelligent processing.
• Managed CI/CD pipelines and server infrastructure ensuring high availability and zero-downtime deployments.
• Developed an AI-powered content and SEO platform using LLMs for automated content generation and search optimization.
• Built an AI Interviewing Platform with automated candidate screening, skill assessments, and structured interview workflows.
• Contributed to backend architecture decisions and third-party API integrations across multiple client projects.

Python / Django Developer at Rashail Tech Labs (2024-02 – 2024-05)

• Developed robust, scalable backend systems using Python, Django ORM, JWT authentication, and RESTful API design.
• Designed and optimised relational (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) database schemas for high-performance data access.
• Improved application performance through Redis caching, query optimisation, and efficient code refactoring.
• Worked on Rashail Agro, an agricultural management app selected as Runner-Up in a national-level app competition (2024).
• Worked on Solar Food Raheja RFSP, an IoT-based smart energy project selected for Shark Tank India.

Python / Django Developer Intern at Rashail Tech Labs (2023-08 – 2024-02)

• Assisted in developing backend solutions using Python and Django during a 6-month internship.
• Worked on database design with PostgreSQL and MongoDB, and contributed to RESTful API development.
• Gained hands-on experience with Django ORM, authentication systems, and performance optimisation techniques.

Freelance Software Developer at Self-Employed (2021 – 2022)

• Delivered 1+ year of freelance experience across web and Android projects for multiple clients.
• Developed the FutureUniversity platform and several web/Android-based client applications.
• Built and launched a school website for St. Xavier's during lockdown with video lessons, syllabi, and results portal.

Bachelor of Computer Applications in BCA – Kalinga University (2021-07 – 2024-05)