Akanksha Chawla
About Akanksha Chawla
Akanksha Chawla is an Integration Engineer specializing in Merchant Integration within the fintech industry. She has a background in Computer Science and extensive experience in API integration and system management, with a history of working for notable companies in the financial services sector.
Work at Cashfree Payments
Currently, Akanksha Chawla serves as an Integration Engineer specializing in Merchant Integration at Cashfree Payments. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the integration of merchant systems within the fintech landscape. Her role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure seamless integration processes, enhancing the overall efficiency of payment solutions.
Education and Expertise
Akanksha Chawla earned her Bachelor's of Technology in Computer Science from B.S. Anangpuria Institute of Technology and Management, Faridabad, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background provides a solid foundation in computer science principles, which she applies in her professional roles. She possesses expertise in integrating merchant systems and has skills in PHP and HTML, essential for developing web-based applications.
Background in Financial Services
Akanksha has a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry, which indicates her understanding of fintech operations and challenges. Prior to her current role at Cashfree Payments, she worked at Eko India Financial Services Private Limited as an API Integration Engineer from 2018 to 2021, and at PayU as a Software Engineer - Merchant Integration from 2016 to 2018. This experience has equipped her with valuable insights into the integration of financial technologies.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Akanksha Chawla has a strong background in Linux, showcasing her proficiency in managing and deploying applications on Linux-based systems. Additionally, her effective use of Microsoft PowerPoint suggests experience in creating technical presentations and documentation, which is vital for communicating complex integration processes to diverse audiences. Her technical skills support her role in the fintech sector.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Cashfree Payments, Akanksha worked at Chaayos as a Support Engineer for five months in 2015, where she gained initial experience in technical support. Her career trajectory includes significant roles at Eko India Financial Services and PayU, where she focused on API and merchant integration, further developing her expertise in the fintech industry.