Raj Kumar
Junior Software Engineer
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Python Full Stack Developer and Junior Software Engineer with 2+ years of professional experience designing, developing, and deploying secure, scalable web applications and back-end systems. Proficient in Python, Django, Flask, MongoDB, MySQL, and modern front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, and Angular. Experienced in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), agile environments, database design, API integration, user authentication, and application security.
Certified Python Full Stack
Developer with a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering from Anna University. Passionate about building high-quality, efficient, and maintainable software solutions for fast-paced product teams.
Experience
Junior Security Engineer at ActiveBytes Inc. (2025-03 – Present)
- Performed end-to-end vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on client web applications and network systems daily; documented findings and produced actionable remediation reports delivered to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Reviewed source code for security weaknesses across multiple client projects; identified and escalated high-severity vulnerabilities, reducing client security risk exposure through timely remediation guidance.
- Utilised AI-assisted coding tools and GitHub for daily development tasks, code reviews, and version-controlled project management across distributed remote teams.
Python Full Stack Developer at Quest Innovative Solutions Pvt Ltd (2024-07 – 2025-01)
- Developed and maintained multiple client-facing web applications end-to-end using Python, Django, and Flask; responsibilities included requirement gathering, back-end development, database integration, front-end implementation (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript), testing, and deployment.
- Optimised relational database schemas in MySQL and SQLite3, improving data retrieval performance; consistently delivered sprint features on time within agile development cycles.
Data Digitization Executive at Cortech Infosystem (2023-10 – 2024-07)
- Responsible for the daily digitization, validation, and quality control of large-scale physical records into structured digital formats; handled high volumes of data across multiple ongoing projects simultaneously.
- Built Python automation scripts that eliminated repetitive manual data entry tasks, reducing processing time and significantly lowering error rates across digitization pipelines.
Office Assistant at Greens Mart (2023-03 – 2023-10)
- Managed front desk operations and administrative support including customer reception, scheduling, documentation, filing, and data entry to ensure smooth day-to-day business operations.
- Assisted with stock monitoring, inventory data entry, and vendor coordination; supported customer service queries and escalated issues to the appropriate departments.
Penetration Tester Trainee at Red Team Hacker Academy (2022-10 – 2023-03)
- Trained in and executed structured penetration testing engagements covering web application and network targets; daily tasks included reconnaissance, vulnerability scanning, exploitation, privilege escalation, and writing post-assessment remediation reports.
- Identified multiple high and critical severity vulnerabilities including SQL injection and XSS during simulated red team exercises; developed Python scripts to automate scanning and reconnaissance tasks.
Freelance Artist at Freelance (2022-01 – 2022-09)
- Delivered original concept art and digital design projects for clients; managed full project lifecycle from brief intake, creative execution, client feedback, and final delivery to deadline.
Business Development Executive at Avodha Edu Tech (2021-09 – 2021-10)
- Prospected and engaged new clients to promote ed-tech products; handled lead generation, initial outreach, follow-up communications, and pipeline tracking to support the sales team's growth targets.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering – Narayanaguru College of Engineering – Anna University (2017 – 2021)
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) in Computer Science – BNV Higher Secondary School – Kerala State Board (2015 – 2017)
Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) – Govt.
High School
Vazhamuttom – Kerala State Board (2014 – 2015)