Raghav Bagla
About Raghav Bagla
Raghav Bagla is a Team Lead in Software Development at TouchBistro, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in software engineering with experience in various technologies and has contributed significantly to payment processing infrastructure.
Current Role at TouchBistro
Raghav Bagla serves as the Team Lead for Software Development at TouchBistro since 2020. In this role, he oversees the development team and is responsible for leading projects that enhance the company's software offerings. He has played a significant role in modernizing the reporting infrastructure by transitioning it from a legacy Rails application to a contemporary stack utilizing Node and Redshift. His leadership contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the software development process at TouchBistro.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Before his current position, Raghav held various roles in software development. He worked as a Senior Software Developer at TouchBistro from 2019 to 2020, focusing on full-stack development with technologies such as Node, Express, Typescript, and Postgres. His earlier experience includes a position as a Software Engineer at CareGuide, where he utilized Ruby on Rails, React, Postgres, and Docker for eight months in 2017. He also interned at ZoomCar India Pvt. Ltd. and AkaaRa Consulting, gaining valuable experience in software engineering.
Education and Academic Background
Raghav Bagla completed his Bachelor of Computer Applications at Christ University from 2010 to 2013. During his studies, he focused on Internet Programming, which laid the foundation for his career in software development. His academic background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in various software engineering roles throughout his career.
Contributions to Payment Processing at TouchBistro
At TouchBistro, Raghav Bagla serves as the code owner for all server-side services related to payment processing. He has contributed to the Payments team, which manages a Gross Payment Volume of $1.4 billion and continues to grow annually. His work in this area is critical to ensuring the reliability and security of payment transactions within the TouchBistro platform.
Involvement in Tech Community
Raghav has been active in the tech community, serving as an Ambassador for AngelHack in Bangalore from 2013 to 2014. This role allowed him to engage with other tech enthusiasts and contribute to the promotion of hackathons and innovation within the local tech ecosystem.