Shrikant Kandula
About Shrikant Kandula
Shrikant Kandula is a Platform Engineer currently working at Appsmith in Bengaluru, India. He has a background in software development and actuarial science, with previous roles at notable companies including S&P Dow Jones Indices and Calypso Technology.
Work at Appsmith
Shrikant Kandula has been employed at Appsmith as a Platform Engineer since 2020. He works remotely from Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. His role involves developing and maintaining the platform, contributing to the overall functionality and user experience of the application.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Appsmith, Shrikant held several positions in various companies. He worked as a Senior Software Developer at S&P Dow Jones Indices from 2017 to 2020 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Prior to that, he was a Technical Consultant at Calypso Technology from 2014 to 2017 and a Technical Support Analyst from 2010 to 2012. He also served as a Team Lead at KNOLSKAPE Solutions Pvt. Ltd. for one year in Bangalore and completed a Software Engineer Internship at INSEAD in 2008.
Education and Expertise
Shrikant Kandula studied at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, where he earned an M.Sc. [Tech.] in Information Systems from 2005 to 2009. He is also pursuing Actuarial Science at the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries in London, aiming to achieve the status of Actuarial Fellow. He holds a Level-1 Actuary qualification, which indicates a solid understanding of actuarial principles.
Technical Skills and Remote Work
As a Platform Engineer, Shrikant demonstrates proficiency in managing and collaborating on projects remotely. His experience across various roles in software development and technical consulting has equipped him with a diverse skill set. This includes problem-solving abilities and technical support expertise, which are essential for effective remote work.
Personal Website and Projects
Shrikant maintains a personal website at https://sharats.me, where he showcases his work and projects. This platform serves as a portfolio that reflects his professional journey and technical capabilities.