Rahul Soni
Building high-performance backend systems, cloud-native architectures, and real-time AI pipelines that scale to millions.
Work Experience
AlphawareNext Technologies.
● Present- Designed a scalable video upload pipeline using AWS S3 pre-signed multipart uploads, reducing backend load by 70%.
- Secured media delivery using CDN signed cookies + serverless validation, preventing URL leakage while maintaining low-latency playback.
- Optimized MongoDB aggregation pipelines, reducing CPU utilization from 100% → 10–15% and improving query performance by 65%.
- Reconfigured AWS MediaConvert (CBR → QVBR, H.264), cutting CloudFront costs by 45–50% and reducing viewer data usage by 85%.
- Managed 5+ microservices behind a custom API gateway, centralizing logging and improving platform reliability.
Projects
Summr-ai
Developed a SaaS platform using the T3 stack and tRPC, enabling users to manage GitHub projects by integrating Octokit for commit polling and Gemini API for summarization.
Implemented AI-driven summarization for repository files and folders, with vector embeddings stored in PostgreSQL for advanced query resolution.
HarmonyHub
Built a real-time chat app with Socket.IO, enabling live user tracking and messaging.
Secured authentication using JWT for safe and efficient access.
OpenUp
Developed an engaging user experience with seamless infinite scrolling, intuitive pagination, and smooth content transitions, enabling users to effortlessly share and explore unlimited content.
Optimized backend performance and database communication, resulting in faster load times and a highly responsive platform, enhancing overall user satisfaction.
Portfolio
Showcased personal achievements through a visually stunning and interactive portfolio, highlighting expertise in creating engaging user experiences.
Demonstrated deep proficiency in React by blending multiple components into a cohesive, dynamic presentation, reflecting advanced skills and innovative problem-solving.
Mini Projects
TransactEase
Engineered a robust backend, enhancing performance and reliability.
Youtube Clone
Utilized React and Tailwind CSS to create a visually appealing YouTube-like interface.
Dukaan-UI-clone
Dashboard of Dukaan web application made using React and Tailwind.
Qid-clone
Built a multi page website static website leveraging react-router-dom for dynamic routes.
Skills
I thrive on diverse challenges, embodying a techstack-independent approach. Here's my current arsenal:
Backend & Languages
Cloud & DevOps
Databases
Messaging & Streaming
AI / ML
Tools & Architecture
About Me
Backend Engineer & Full Stack Developer
Based in Mumbai, India 🇮🇳
Dynamic and results-driven professional with expertise in full-stack development, software engineering, and proficient in data structures and algorithms.
Equipped with the ability to architect and develop production-level applications, coupled with a strong aptitude for problem-solving.
I am committed to leveraging my comprehensive skill set to excel in the tech field and contribute significantly to innovative projects.
I am eager to immerse myself in the business aspects of application development while continuously expanding my knowledge in emerging technologies such as AI and Web 3.0.
Seeking a challenging role where I can apply my diverse skill set and dedication to drive tangible business outcomes.
Currently Building
Real-time AI Voice Agent — Twilio + Deepgram + Llama 3
Let's Build
Something Great.
Backend engineer open to full-time roles, freelance projects, and exciting collaborations.
Rahul Soni
Backend & Full Stack Engineer · Mumbai, IN
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