Harshini Bharanidharan

About Me

Hello! I'm Harshini Bharanidharan, a recent MS Computer Science graduate from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a strong focus on software development and data engineering. I’m currently seeking full-time opportunities in Software Development Engineering (SDE) and Data Engineering roles, where I can build scalable systems and data pipelines that power intelligent applications.

Previously, I earned my B.Tech in Information Technology from SSN College of Engineering, where I developed a strong foundation in data systems, software engineering, and machine learning. Over the past few years, I’ve gained hands-on experience through roles at Freshworks, Ascendion, and ITK Education Services, where I worked on real-time ETL automation, cloud governance, cost optimization, and building full-stack applications.

My work spans across technologies like Python, SQL, AWS, Docker, React, Django, MongoDB, and tools like LangChain, Streamlit, OpenAI API, and Apache Spark. I enjoy solving problems end-to-end — from designing APIs and backend systems to optimizing data pipelines and building intuitive user interfaces.

I’m always open to collaborations, learning opportunities, and new challenges. Feel free to explore my projects below or reach out via LinkedIn or email!

Professional Experience

Software Engineer Intern, Ascendion

Basking Ridge, NJ — June 2024 to August 2024

Utilized GenAI to automate source-to-target data mapping, improving efficiency and accuracy in data transformation processes.
Developed an automated pipeline that generated target tables from source data, leading to a 30% reduction in manual data processing time.
Created interactive visualizations using Plotly and NetworkX to map and display data transformations, enhancing understanding and communication of data flows.
Generated detailed Python code and summary reports using LangChain and OpenAI API, facilitating easy replication and understanding of the data mapping process.

Software Engineer, Freshworks

Chennai, IN — August 2022 to August 2023

Led the implementation of automated cloud governance and compliance protocols across AWS services, achieving a 5% cost reduction without compromising performance or security.
Facilitated Agile development processes and CI/CD pipeline integration using Docker and Jenkins.
Utilized Python, Django, JavaScript, and the AWS SDK to develop a comprehensive dashboard that increased visibility into cloud service expenditures, enabling better cost management decisions.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate cloud cost analysis tools into existing financial reporting systems, reducing manual data entry by 30% and improving accuracy.

Software Developer Intern, ITK Education Services Pvt. Ltd

Chennai, IN — March 2022 to May 2022

Conducted a full-cycle software development process including requirement analysis, application customization, and comprehensive testing using the ZOHO Creator Platform and Deluge scripting language.
Designed and implemented Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software to manage the entire process involving multiple stakeholders, from lead acquisition to product delivery, enhancing operational efficiency by 20%.

Software Engineer Intern, Scienaptic Systems

Bengaluru, IN — July 2021 to August 2021

Developed and deployed a RESTful API using Flask to streamline data access in MongoDB databases.
Engineered a web application using PostgreSQL, Spring Boot, and Angular to enable users to view, search, delete, and add books to a cart.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science

University of Massachusetts Amherst, Amherst, MA

GPA: 3.9/4.0 — September 2023 to May 2025

Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology

SSN College of Engineering, Chennai, IN

CGPA: 9.2/10 — August 2018 to June 2022

Relevant Courses: Systems for Data Science, Machine Learning, Secure Distributed Systems, Database Design and Implementation, Theory and Practice of Software Engineering, Methods of Applied Statistics

Projects

Distributed Stock Trading Platform

Engineered a microservices-based stock trading system using Python, gRPC, and REST APIs. Features include in-memory LRU caching, replicated order services with leader election and log-based synchronization, and fault-tolerant design capable of handling replica crashes.

Deployed and tested on AWS EC2 with real-time client simulations to validate performance and reliability under distributed loads.

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Code Summarization and Evaluation

Developed a system for code summarization and evaluation using GPT-3.5 Turbo to generate understandable summaries of source code. It features user authentication, code summarization, and results evaluation with a rating system.

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Fitness Tracker Web App

Developed a full-stack application for tracking workouts and macronutrients using the MERN stack. Features include API integration and advanced state management with React Hooks.

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Titanic Survival Prediction

Designed machine learning models to predict the survival of passengers. Implemented Random Forest, SVM, and MLP models with hyperparameter optimization for improved accuracy.

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COVID-19 Pneumonia Severity Assessment

Developed a deep learning model using CNNs and the Xception architecture to assess and score the severity of COVID-19 pneumonia from CT scans. Achieved a 92% Pearson correlation in validation, demonstrating high accuracy.

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Bookstore Application

Developed a full-stack bookstore application using PostgreSQL for data management, Spring Boot for backend operations, and Angular for the frontend. Designed to facilitate the viewing, searching, adding, and deleting of books.

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Todo Manager

Created a Todo Manager application using Ruby to help users manage daily tasks efficiently. Features include adding, editing, and deleting tasks, with a simple and user-friendly interface.

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WeatherWiz

Developed a Python application using the OpenWeatherMap API to provide real-time weather updates. Features include weather data by city or current location, displaying temperature, pressure, humidity, and more.

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Skills

Programming Languages

Python
JavaScript
SQL
HTML5
CSS
C
C++
Java
Linux
R

Frameworks & Libraries

React.js
Node.js
Spring Boot
Material UI

Tools & Technologies

MongoDB
AWS Lambda
AWS Cost Management
Pandas
Numpy
Git
Postman
PostgreSQL
Agile Methodologies
Streamlit
Plotly
NetworkX
LangChain
OpenAI API

Machine Learning

TensorFlow
Keras
PyTorch
Scikit-learn
Large Language Models

Harshini Bharanidharan

About Me

Resume

Professional Experience

Software Engineer Intern, Ascendion

Software Engineer, Freshworks

Software Developer Intern, ITK Education Services Pvt. Ltd

Software Engineer Intern, Scienaptic Systems

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science

Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology

Projects

Distributed Stock Trading Platform

Code Summarization and Evaluation

Fitness Tracker Web App

Titanic Survival Prediction

COVID-19 Pneumonia Severity Assessment

Bookstore Application

Todo Manager

WeatherWiz

Skills

Programming Languages

Frameworks & Libraries

Tools & Technologies

Machine Learning

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