Dhruva Malik
About Dhruva Malik
Dhruva Malik is a Software Engineer 1 at The New York Times, specializing in backend development. He co-founded Aasan in 2021 and has a background in data science and research, with experience at various tech companies and a degree in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Arlington.
Current Role at The New York Times
Dhruva Malik currently serves as a Software Engineer 1 at The New York Times, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he contributes to the development of software solutions, utilizing his skills in backend development. His work is focused on enhancing the Meter and Messaging Capabilities team, where he applies his knowledge of programming languages and cloud platforms.
Previous Experience at Tenaska Power Services Co.
Before joining The New York Times, Dhruva Malik worked as a Data Science Intern at Tenaska Power Services Co. in 2022. This internship lasted for three months and took place in Dallas, Texas. During this time, he gained practical experience in data science, which contributed to his skill set in software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Dhruva Malik studied Computer Science at The University of Texas at Arlington, where he earned an Honors Bachelor of Science degree from 2019 to 2022. His education provided a solid foundation in computer science principles, which he has applied in various roles throughout his career. He continues to expand his expertise by exploring fields such as Blockchain, Algorithmic Trading, and Machine Learning.
Internship Experience
Dhruva Malik has completed several internships that have shaped his career. He served as a Software Engineer Intern at The New York Times from 2022 to 2023 for seven months. Additionally, he interned at Bashpole Software, Inc. in 2021 for three months. He also worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the Innovative Data Intelligence Research Laboratory from 2020 to 2021 for five months, gaining valuable research experience.
Entrepreneurial Venture at Aasan
In addition to his engineering roles, Dhruva Malik is a co-founder of Aasan, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Dallas, Texas, this venture reflects his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation in the tech industry.