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    Web Engineering Experience

    1. What skill or knowledge have you acquired in the past year that has been
    particularly helpful?
    In the past year, I’ve focused on mastering TypeScript to enhance my development
    experience with React. My motivation stemmed from the need for type safety in a large
    project where the codebase was growing rapidly, and I wanted to avoid common
    JavaScript runtime errors. Additionally, I have started incorporating Generative AI
    (GenAI) tools, like OpenAI and Google Gemini, into our workflow to streamline code
    generation, error detection, and test case generation. The impact has been significant, as
    both TypeScript and GenAI have led to cleaner, more maintainable code and helped
    identify potential issues early in the development process. The use of GenAI in particular
    has drastically improved the efficiency of our team by automating repetitive coding tasks,
    suggesting optimizations, and even assisting in generating documentation.

    2. Describe your experience of web programming –

    I am hiving 6+ years of experience in JavaScript, TypeScript, React, CSS, and


    Python in particular. I have substantial experience with JavaScript and React, working
    on multiple projects to develop responsive, interactive web applications. I have used
    TypeScript to add static types, which has significantly reduced bugs and improved code
    quality. I’ve also worked extensively with CSS for responsive design and animation,
    ensuring excellent user experience. In backend development, I have used Python to
    create REST APIs using Flask and Django, handling data interactions and business
    logic efficiently.

    3. Describe your experience building large systems with many services.

    I have been involved in designing and building systems with multiple services, including
    web front-ends, REST APIs, and databases. One project included integrating various
    components such as user authentication, payment gateways, and real-time notifications
    using microservices architecture. Key considerations include ensuring scalability,
    maintainability, and security. I’ve employed Docker for containerization, ensuring
    consistency across different environments, and Kubernetes for scaling these services in
    production.

    Software Engineering Experience

    1. What kinds of software projects have you worked on before?


    I have worked on a variety of software projects, primarily focusing on the telecom and
    banking industries. In the telecom domain, I contributed to building customer
    management systems that streamlined the handling of vast user data, offering features
    like service activation, billing automation, and real-time reporting. These systems
    involved integrations between web front ends, REST APIs, and event-driven
    architectures, ensuring high availability and scalability for large-scale operations.

    In the banking sector, I worked on core banking solutions which involved developing
    secure payment gateways, fraud detection systems, and customer account
    management platforms. These projects required an in-depth understanding of security
    protocols like SSL/TLS, encryption standards, and compliance with regulations such
    as PCI-DSS. I also designed and optimized data stores to handle high transactional loads
    while maintaining data integrity and performance.

    These projects gave me substantial experience in JavaScript, React, TypeScript,


    Python, and SQL in environments requiring a focus on reliability, performance, and data
    security.

    1. Outline your thoughts on open-source software development.


    I believe open-source software plays a crucial role in the technology ecosystem, allowing
    innovation and collaboration across different industries. While I haven’t yet maintained a
    significant open-source project, I have contributed to smaller ones, mainly by fixing bugs
    and improving documentation. I see open-source as a great way to improve skills,
    collaborate with the community, and contribute to projects that have a global impact.

    2. What is your proudest success as an engineer or leader?

    One of my proudest achievements was leading the development of a customer feedback


    system for an e-commerce platform. I architected the system using microservices and
    ensured it scaled effectively during peak usage. This project increased user engagement
    and provided valuable insights for the business, directly impacting sales strategies.

    3. Outline your thoughts on quality in software development.

    Quality is paramount in software development. In my experience, practices like code


    reviews, test-driven development (TDD), and continuous integration (CI) are critical
    to ensuring high-quality software. I advocate for the use of automated testing, including
    unit, integration, and end-to-end tests, to catch issues early and ensure the robustness of
    the system before deployment.

    Education

    1. How did you fare in high school mathematics, physical sciences, and computing? In
    high school, I excelled in Mathematics and Computer Science, consistently ranking in
    the top 10% of my class. I enjoyed the logical and problem-solving aspects of these
    subjects, which naturally led me to pursue a career in software development. I also
    participated in programming contests and enjoyed taking leadership roles in tech-related
    events at school.

    2. Which degree and university did you choose, and why?

    I chose to pursue a degree in Computer Science at [University of Pune] because of its


    strong emphasis on practical, hands-on learning and its focus on cutting-edge technology,
    such as cloud computing and AI. During my studies, I led several projects that involved
    collaboration across different departments, which helped me hone my teamwork and
    leadership skills.

    3. What did you achieve at university that you consider exceptional?

    At university, I led a team that developed an chatbot for the university’s library system,
    which significantly improved user interaction and streamlined book search queries. This
    project won an award for Best Software Innovation, and it is still used by the university
    today.

    Context

    1. Outline your thoughts on the mission of Canonical.

    Canonical’s mission to democratize open-source technology resonates deeply with me.


    The company's focus on making Linux accessible and scalable for enterprise use is a
    noble goal, and I’m excited about the possibility of contributing to projects that have such
    a broad impact. One potential risk is ensuring that the balance between open-source
    integrity and commercial success is maintained, but I’m confident that Canonical's
    leadership understands this challenge.

    2. What would you most want to change about Canonical?

    While Canonical’s approach to open-source is fantastic, I would focus on improving the


    documentation for some of its enterprise solutions. While there is a lot of excellent
    content, having more beginner-friendly resources could further encourage adoption of
    Ubuntu and other products by less technical users.

    3. What gets you most excited about this role?

    I am most excited about the opportunity to work with cutting-edge open-source


    technologies and contribute to a team that is pushing the boundaries of web
    development and cloud infrastructure. The chance to work with and learn from such a
    talented team is incredibly appealing.

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