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Chahat Ahuja

Software Engineer @ FortyTwo Labs

Pune District

2+ years of work experience

FORTYTWO LABS
Jul 20242 yrs 2 mosPresent

Pune City

* Engineered scalable backend systems in Java handling authentication and onboarding workflows for multiple user roles. * Reduced debugging time by implementing real-time query tracking and performance metrics across critical APIs. * Designed efficient MongoDB schemas using Morphia, improving data access performance and maintainability. * Strengthened authentication flows by resolving inconsistencies in user identity handling across systems. * Optimized API performance by identifying latency bottlenecks and improving response times. * Enhanced system reliability through better logging, monitoring, and failure tracking mechanisms. * Actively contributed to backend architecture decisions and system design improvements.

Chahat’s AI Stack

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Education

PG-DAC, Advanced Computing

Know It

20231 yr2024

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Civil Engineering

LNCT

20184 yrs2022

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Headline

Software Engineer @ FortyTwo Labs

About

Software Engineer | Java Backend Developer | Building Scalable & Reliable Systems I’m a results-driven software engineer with 2+ years of hands-on experience designing and developing backend systems using Java and modern enterprise technologies. I specialize in writing clean, efficient, and production-ready code that solves real-world problems at scale. In my current role, I’ve contributed to building and enhancing critical systems involving authentication flows, onboarding journeys, and high-volume transaction handling, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and security. From debugging complex production issues to optimizing database queries and improving API efficiency — I thrive in environments where engineering meets impact. 💡 What I bring to the table: Strong proficiency in Java, OOP, and backend system design Experience with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and scalable system development Hands-on work with MongoDB, SQL, and query optimization Exposure to real-world debugging, production fixes, and performance tuning Understanding of authentication systems and user identity management A mindset of ownership, continuous learning, and problem-solving 📈 What sets me apart: I don’t just write code — I focus on why systems fail, how they scale, and how they can be improved. I’ve worked on tracking metrics like query performance, failure rates, and system behavior to make data-driven improvements. 🎯 Current Focus: Strengthening Data Structures & Algorithms Deep diving into System Design Preparing for high-impact backend roles in product-based companies If you're looking for someone who combines strong fundamentals, real-world experience, and a hunger to grow, let’s connect.

Location

Pune District

AI stack

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Work experience

Software Engineer at FORTYTWO LABS, Jul 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 2 mos, Pune City, * Engineered scalable backend systems in Java handling authentication and onboarding workflows for multiple user roles. * Reduced debugging time by implementing real-time query tracking and performance metrics across critical APIs. * Designed efficient MongoDB schemas using Morphia, improving data access performance and maintainability. * Strengthened authentication flows by resolving inconsistencies in user identity handling across systems. * Optimized API performance by identifying latency bottlenecks and improving response times. * Enhanced system reliability through better logging, monitoring, and failure tracking mechanisms. * Actively contributed to backend architecture decisions and system design improvements.

Education

PG-DAC, Advanced Computing, Know It

Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Civil Engineering, LNCT

Public links

github: https://github.com/4702chahat