Gaurav Kapoor
About Gaurav Kapoor
Gaurav Kapoor is a Senior Backend Engineer with extensive experience in software development across various companies in Europe and India. He has a strong background in mentoring engineers, evaluating technologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Work at Medallia
Gaurav Kapoor currently holds the position of Sr. Backend Engineer at Medallia, where he has been employed since 2023. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in backend development to contribute to the company's technological initiatives. Medallia specializes in customer experience management, and Kapoor's expertise supports the development of solutions that enhance user engagement and satisfaction.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Before joining Medallia, Gaurav Kapoor worked at several notable companies in the tech industry. He served as a Sr. Java Software Engineer at eDreams ODIGEO for 9 months in Madrid, Spain. Prior to that, he was a Full Stack Engineer at Tipico Technology Services GmbH for 3 years in Munich, Germany, and held the position of Sr. Software Developer at CHECK24 Vergleichsportal GmbH for 5 months. He also worked as a Sr. Back End Developer at N26 for 5 months in Barcelona, Spain.
Educational Background
Gaurav Kapoor has a strong educational foundation in engineering. He earned a Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering from Dublin City University, where he studied from 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Madan Mohan Malviya Engineering College, completing his studies from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, he holds a Master's degree in Information Technology from the International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad, where he studied from 2009 to 2011.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Gaurav Kapoor possesses a diverse skill set in software development and engineering. He has hands-on experience with various technologies, including Apache Kafka, Hibernate ORM, Liquibase, and JOOQ scripts. His proficiency extends to relational databases such as MySQL, Oracle, and Postgres. Kapoor has demonstrated a strong ability to evaluate new technologies and provide guidance to senior leadership regarding product roadmap opportunities.
Mentorship and Team Leadership
Gaurav Kapoor has a proven ability to mentor and develop less experienced engineers. His experience includes leading teams of engineers and collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, such as Product Managers, Data Scientists, UX Designers, and Quality Assurance professionals. This collaborative approach enhances project outcomes and fosters a productive work environment.