Rashmi Prithviraj

Senior Software Engineer with 7.6 years of experience building scalable Ruby on Rails applications and high-performance RESTful APIs. Expertise in PostgreSQL query optimization, caching strategies, and background job processing. Strong experience in AWS-based deployments, Docker workflows, and automation testing using Playwright & Cucumber. Proven track record of improving system performance, reducing latency, and delivering reliable production systems in Agile environments.

Senior Software Engineer at WellSky (2025-03 – Present)

Designed scalable REST APIs handling high-volume traffic and optimized database performance

• Designed scalable REST APIs handling high-volume traffic, improving response time by ~30%
• Optimized PostgreSQL queries and indexing strategies, significantly reducing database load
• Implemented caching mechanisms to improve API performance and reduce latency
• Built automation test suites using Playwright & Cucumber, reducing manual testing by ~60%
• Introduced Docker-based development workflows to improve deployment consistency
• Improved API performance through query optimization and efficient ActiveRecord usage
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable backend solutions

Software Engineer at Simtech IT Solutions (2019-12 – 2023-12)

Developed scalable Ruby on Rails modules and RESTful APIs with focus on performance optimization

• Developed scalable Ruby on Rails modules supporting multiple third-party integrations
• Designed RESTful APIs for high-performance applications
• Improved application performance through query tuning and database indexing
• Implemented caching strategies to reduce repeated database calls
• Worked on production issue resolution and performance improvements
• Participated in Agile ceremonies and sprint planning

Software Engineer at Jarbits (2017-12 – 2019-11)

Implemented backend features and maintained REST API integrations

• Implemented backend features using Ruby on Rails
• Developed and maintained REST API integrations
• Resolved production issues improving application stability
• Collaborated with frontend teams for API design and enhancements

Software Engineer at Rank Technology (2016-10 – 2017-10)

Contributed to backend development and system testing activities

• Contributed to backend development using Ruby on Rails for core application modules
• Assisted in system testing, bug fixing, and release support activities
• Participated in requirement analysis and implementation of new features
• Supported maintenance activities and deployment coordination

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science – Vijaya Vittala Institute of Technology (2014-06)