Hi, I'mMitesh Kothari

Skilled Software Engineer: Crafting Exceptional Apps

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About Me

I'm a highly motivated and detail-oriented Full-Stack Software Engineer with over 5 years of professional experience building scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications. I've successfully led and delivered projects across diverse industries including insurance, healthcare, e-commerce, and education while working with both startups and global clients.

With strong expertise in modern JavaScript stacks (React, Node.js, Laravel), I specialize in crafting robust backend architectures, intuitive frontends, and end-to-end platforms hosted on cloud infrastructure like AWS. I thrive in independent roles with minimal supervision, proactively managing client communication, project timelines, and technical delivery.

Beyond code, I bring a product mindset, team leadership, and a passion for delivering solutions that solve real-world problems whether it's optimizing application performance, setting up secure server environments, or building tools that save users time and money.

Key Achievements:

  • Successfully developed and scaled a stock market platform that currently serves over 200,000 active users and has driven $50,000+ in revenue growth.

Key Strengths:

  • Backend Development: Experienced in building RESTful APIs and server-side applications using Laravel and Node.js (Express).
  • Frontend Development: Proficient in modern frontend frameworks like Vue.js and React.js. I specialize in creating responsive, dynamic user interfaces.
  • Databases: Proficient in both SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL(MongoDB) databases, ensuring data is stored efficiently and is easily accessible.
  • Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps: Skilled in using AWS services like EC2, S3, Route 53, and RDS, and implementing CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab, Bitbucket).
  • UI/UX Design: Passionate about building user-centric and aesthetically pleasing web applications, focusing on clean design and usability.
  • Problem Solving & Performance Optimization: Dedicated to solving real-world problems by writing clean, maintainable, and performant code.

Approach to Development:

My approach to software development is user-centric and results-driven. I focus on writing clean, modular code that is easy to maintain and scale. I believe in using best practices and continuously staying updated with the latest technologies to improve my workflow. My development process is iterative, and I always ensure that I deliver value to the project early and often.

Passion for Learning:

I am constantly learning and adapting to the ever-evolving tech landscape. Whether it's exploring new frameworks, diving deeper into cloud technologies, or keeping up with industry trends, I strive to stay ahead of the curve. I love how technology can solve everyday problems and improve business operations.

Skills & Certificates

PHP Frameworks

  • Laravel
  • CodeIgniter

JavaScript / Node.js

  • Next.js
  • Express.js
  • React.js
  • Vue.js

Databases

  • MySQL
  • PostgreSQL
  • MongoDB

AWS Services

  • EC2
  • S3
  • Route 53
  • CloudWatch
  • RDS

DevOps / Infrastructure

  • Docker
  • Nginx
  • Apache
  • CI/CD Pipeline
  • Linux Server Management

Experience

Freelance & Personal Projects

2023 – Present

As a freelancer, I've successfully collaborated with international clients across diverse domains including insurance, healthcare, finance, and SaaS. I excel at quickly understanding business requirements, translating them into scalable technical solutions, and delivering with minimal supervision—saving my clients valuable time and cost. Improved operational efficiency for insurance platforms by building robust internal CRMs and data-driven workflows.

My proactive communication, clean code practices, and problem-solving ability have consistently led to long-term client relationships and high satisfaction rates. Whether it's setting up cloud infrastructure, building custom CRM systems, or developing full-stack platforms from scratch, I take complete ownership and deliver production-ready solutions with speed and precision.

Projects

  • Insurance CRM, Risk profiler, Investment platform (Laravel & Express) — boosted internal efficiency by 40%
  • AWS, Linux server configuration plan, domain setup, SSL (Let's Encrypt) — cut server setup time by 60%
  • Super feature-full Admin panel — Saved 40 hours for initial development
  • Express API structure and starter kit — used in multiple client projects for rapid backend deployment
  • Next.js starter kit project structure

Equity Pandit

Senior Software Engineer · Oct 2023 – Nov 2024

As a Senior Software Engineer at a fast-growing product-based company, I played a key role in scaling the platform to handle a significantly larger user base and revenue growth. I redesigned the existing codebase (Node.js/Express/React) to improve maintainability and support future scalability, enabling faster iteration and long-term system stability.

I managed AWS infrastructure (EC2) with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based deployments, ensuring continuous and reliable delivery. By designing and implementing optimized systems using Node.js, Express, and React.js, I improved overall system efficiency by over 70%, resulting in faster response times and reduced operational costs.

I also implemented Python-based analytics libraries using FastAPI to drive data-informed decisions across the product. In this role, I ensured code quality across the development team, designed scalable backend services, and collaborated closely with the marketing and product teams to align engineering decisions with business goals, feature roadmaps, and customer feedback.

These efforts contributed to over $50,000 in revenue growth through enhanced performance, improved user engagement, and seamless cross-functional coordination. By combining deep technical skills with a product mindset, I contributed not only to system stability and scalability but also to strategic planning, team mentorship, and product growth.

Projects

  • Stock market analysis and trading platform
  • Platform where user can buy services

SecureMetaSys

Software Engineer · Feb 2022 – Sep 2023

At SecureMetaSys, I led and delivered full-stack solutions for multiple international clients, showcasing strong ownership, communication, and leadership throughout the software lifecycle. I was responsible for understanding global client requirements, translating them into robust, scalable applications, and maintaining proactive communication across time zones—ensuring on-time and high-quality deliveries.

I spearheaded the development, deployment, and maintenance of end-to-end projects using Laravel, Express.js, and React.js, deployed across AWS services including Lightsail and EC2 with fully integrated CI/CD pipelines. I engineered both SQL and NoSQL databases optimized for performance, stability, and data security—supporting mission-critical applications like a Clinic Management System and an Expense Manager product.

One of my major contributions was the successful delivery of an Education LMS platform, where I oversaw the full lifecycle from planning and development to testing and production rollout. I also collaborated with cross-functional teams to build and customize CMS platforms, ensuring code quality, modularity, and scalability.

By proactively managing communication and building long-term trust, I increased project retention by 20% with international clients. In addition to hands-on development, I mentored junior developers, managed release pipelines, and handled client presentations and technical documentation. My ability to balance technical execution with team coordination and client satisfaction made me a dependable leader on every project.

Projects

  • Cloud monitoring system
  • Brand monitoring system
  • Clinical management CRM
  • Standard CRM with common needed features
  • Expanse management app APIs
  • Education LMS platform

Cirkle Studio

Product Developer · Feb 2021 – Jan 2022

At Cirkle Studio, I served as the solo Product Developer responsible for building a complete product from the ground up. I was entrusted with end-to-end development responsibilities, including frontend and backend implementation, third-party integrations, and product feature enhancements based on user feedback.

I developed the frontend using React.js, integrating Google Maps to build a dynamic store locator and Highcharts to visualize store search analytics, including the number of searches per store. On the backend, I built robust APIs using Laravel and managed API documentation and testing to ensure smooth client handover.

This store locator platform was deployed for multiple businesses and boosted client engagement by 35% through improved usability and visual insights.

My ability to independently handle both the technical and delivery aspects of the project helped the company launch the product efficiently and meet user expectations with minimal iteration. This experience sharpened my product thinking, attention to detail, and ability to take full ownership of a solution from concept to deployment.

Projects

  • Multiple store locator
  • Fitness app

Shankheshwar

Product Developer · Sep 2020 – Jan 2021

At Shankheshwar, I worked as a Product Developer on an accounting software product tailored for SMEs. I was primarily responsible for maintaining and enhancing the existing Laravel codebase by adding new modules and improving performance of existing features.

I collaborated directly with the client to gather requirements, implement custom features, and ensure timely delivery. My work included optimizing SQL queries for faster data retrieval, improving backend logic for accounting workflows, and fixing legacy code issues to boost system reliability.

This role helped me strengthen my backend problem-solving skills, client communication, and ability to work efficiently in a lean team environment.

Projects

  • Accounting software

Tryon InfoSoft

Intern Full Stack Developer · Feb 2020 – Aug 2020

During my internship at Tryon InfoSoft, I developed a multi-vendor e-commerce platform that included key modules such as seller product management, an administrative dashboard, and a customer support interface. This was my first exposure to building real-world commercial applications, where I gained hands-on experience in both frontend and backend workflows.

I was responsible for implementing product listing logic, order management flows, and user interfaces for vendors. Additionally, I managed the deployment process using cPanel, which provided me with foundational experience in live application setup and maintenance. The platform launched successfully and reduced manual vendor onboarding efforts by approximately 40%, establishing a strong base for my passion in full-stack development and scalable architectures.

Projects

  • Multi vendor e-commerce platform

Projects

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