Engineering leader with 8 years of experience combining hands-on architecture skills and team leadership to build scalable backend systems. Proven track record in managing high-performing teams, designing user-centric platforms, and scaling products to serve 1 M+ users. Skilled in Python, Django, AWS, system integration, and mentoring engineers across all levels. CORE SKILLS Engineering Management | Team Leadership Backend Architecture | Scalability | System Design | Microservices Programming: Python, Django, DRF, PHP, C++ (basic) REST API Design | Cloud Technologies: AWS (S3, DynamoDB, SQS), Redis Database Design: MySQL, DynamoDB (NoSQL) Hiring & Mentoring | Stakeholder Collaboration Payment Gateway Integrations | Learning Management Systems (LMS) | Video Streaming (HLS)