Harry Bagdi
About Harry Bagdi
Harry Bagdi is a Principal Engineer at Kong Inc., where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in software engineering and research, with previous roles at Binghamton University and various positions at Kong Inc.
Work at Kong
Harry Bagdi has been employed at Kong Inc. since 2018, progressing through various roles over the years. He started as a Software Engineer, then advanced to Senior Software Engineer, and subsequently served as Staff Software Engineer until 2022. Currently, he holds the position of Principal Engineer, a role he has occupied for two years while working remotely from the US. In his capacity at Kong, he collaborates across multiple departments, including engineering, product, support, and professional services. He plays a significant role in expanding Kong's operations in India by hiring technical talent for various teams.
Education and Expertise
Harry Bagdi holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Computer Science from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, which he completed from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education at Binghamton University, where he earned a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from 2015 to 2017. His academic background provides a strong foundation in computer science principles, which he applies in his professional roles, particularly in API and networking product development.
Background
Prior to his tenure at Kong, Harry Bagdi gained diverse experience in software development and research. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Binghamton University from 2016 to 2017 and held various roles at Binghamton University, including Web Developer & Technology Specialist from 2015 to 2016. He also worked as a Software Engineering Intern at FireEye, Inc. in 2016 and as a Web Developer at ChemiSense, Inc. in 2014. His early career included a two-year stint as a Web and App Developer at FootPrints - think BEYOND in India.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Harry Bagdi has contributed to multiple projects and initiatives within the tech industry. His work at Kong includes actively seeking engineers interested in products centered around APIs and networking. He has also been involved in expanding Kong's operations to India, focusing on building technical teams. His experience across various roles and companies highlights his commitment to advancing technology and fostering talent in the field.