About Me
I'm Tanay Dalal, a dedicated Software Engineer with a strong background in cloud technologies and full-stack development. Currently pursuing a Master of Information Technology at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (expected May 2026), I recently completed my Bachelor of Information Technology and Management from Illinois Institute of Technology with a GPA of 3.5.
My technical expertise spans AWS cloud services, API development, microservices architecture, and database design. I'm proficient in Java, Python, JavaScript, and various frameworks including Spring Boot. I'm passionate about building scalable, efficient systems that deliver exceptional user experiences.
Technical Skills
My core technologies and areas of expertise
Backend & Cloud
Languages & Frameworks
Development & Tools
Systems & Databases
Professional Experience
My work history and professional achievements
Software Engineer Intern
Alight Solutions
- Designed and implemented backend microservices using Python and Java, creating scalable APIs and achieving 40% performance improvement through containerized deployment.
- Developed responsive web interfaces and RESTful APIs with comprehensive documentation, maintaining 99% uptime.
- Orchestrated automated testing pipelines using JUnit and PyTest, reducing deployment time by 50% while maintaining quality standards.
- Built and optimized CI/CD pipelines integrating automated testing, monitoring, and deployment strategies.
- Led daily standups and sprint planning sessions in Agile teams, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Shift Supervisor
CVS
- Led operational team in inventory management and process optimization, implementing efficient error detection workflows.
- Managed supply chain operations and stock optimization, achieving 97% customer satisfaction rate through systematic problem-solving.
Technical Support Specialist
Oakton Community College
- Collaborated with cross-functional IT teams to resolve complex TCP/IP network connectivity issues across Windows, Linux, and MacOS environments, improving average resolution time by 35%.
- Developed and maintained automated testing scripts using PowerShell to streamline routine system maintenance tasks, reducing manual workload by 30%.