About

"Hello! I'm Sharadha Shivakumar, a Master of Science in Computer Science graduate from George Mason University, equipped with a profound foundation in web development, software engineering, and data analysis. My technical journey has been marked by a persistent drive to develop innovative solutions and a commitment to excellence, demonstrated through a range of successful projects and professional experiences.

With expertise in programming languages such as Python, C, and SQL, and proficiency in front-end and back-end technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, Node.js, and MongoDB, I have crafted dynamic interfaces and robust solutions that improve user experiences and business processes.

My academic projects, like the Job Recommendation System at George Mason University, where I led the enhancement of job matching accuracy from 0.28 to 0.98 using advanced data modeling, showcase my ability to apply technical knowledge to real-world problems. I thrive in environments that challenge my skills and allow me to contribute to projects that merge technology with user-centric solutions.

As I transition from academia to a full-time career, I am eager to bring my blend of skills, innovative mindset, and problem-solving capabilities to an organization that values transformative technology and impactful solutions. I am actively seeking opportunities to contribute to and grow within a forward-thinking company."

Interests

Software Development

Database Management Systems

Front-End Development

User Experience(UX) Design

Software Engineering

Back-End Development

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Development

Data Analytics

Education

George Mason University

Fairfax, VA, USA

Degree: Master of Science in Computer Science - May 2024

    Completed Relevant Courseworks:

    • Database Systems
    • Fundamentals of System Programming
    • Theory and Applications of Data Mining
    • Software Design and Architecture
    • Analysis of Algorithms
    • Mathematical Foundation in CS
    • Decision Making and Reinforcement Learning
    • Software Engineering for WWW
    • Software Testng
    • Decision Guidance Systems

Rajalakshmi Engineering College

Chennai, India

Degree: Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science: 2017-2021
CGPA: 8.85/10 First Class with Distinction Pass

    Relevant Courseworks:

    • Data Structures and Algorithms
    • Database Management Systems
    • Operating Systems
    • Data Analytics
    • Artificial Intelligence
    • Object Oriented Programming (C++, Python and Java)
    • Mobile Computing
    • Cloud Computing
    • Software Project Management



Experience


Sam's Club - Walmart Global Tech

Apr 2025 - Present
Sunnyvale, CA

Software Engineer

  • Developed backend services and microservices to improve performance and reliability for the Sam’s Club.
  • Created and managed high-throughput data pipelines and integrations, including Kafka, for operations.
  • Built monitoring dashboards in Grafana to track application health, latency, and system performance.
  • Authored architecture discovery documents to guide the next phase of development and support decision-making for leadership and engineering teams.
  • Developed and deployed features to production and resolved on-call production issues to ensure smooth operations.

One Community

Oct 2024 - Apr 2025
California, Remote

Software Engineer

  • Developed and integrated features for the Highest Good Network App using MERN tech stack, improving user engagement and experience.
  • Built a personalized recommendation system for users and relevant jobs, enhancing app usability.
  • Collaborated with a global team of developers, reviewing 40+ pull requests to ensure smooth delivery and high-quality code .
  • Resolved 10+ UI/UX issues across React screens, improving usability.

Cognizant Technology Solutions

Aug 2021 - Apr 2022
Chennai, India

Programmer Analyst Trainee

  • Customized Microsoft Dynamics CRM workflows and forms to meet client requirements efficiently.
  • Contributed to project documentation and ensured smooth handoff for testing and deployment.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams to support project delivery and resolve issues promptly.
  • Leveraged technical skills including CRM, Oracle SQL, HTML, CSS, ASP.NET, MVC, and Postman API to deliver robust solutions.


Projects

TikTok Analysis
Suspicious Motion Detection
Organic Product Store
Iris & Image K-means Clustering
Architecting an Educational IT Enterprise
Flight Operations Management across multiple airports

Skills

Programming languages and Databases

Python C Java C# Oracle SQL Mongoose Moongose


Web Development

HTML
CSS3
JavaScript
React.js
React.js
bs.js
MVC
Node.js

Data Analysis and Machine Learning Library

Matplotlib
NumPy
Pandas
Scikit-learn
NLTK

Integrated Development Environments (IDEs)

Eclipse
Microsoft Visual Studio Code
NetBeans
Android Studio
GitHub

Version Control

Git

Other skills

MD
MD
Jira
Google Cloud Platform

(In Progress)

Heroku
MA

(In Progress)



Contact



Get in Touch! I'm here to chat about all things tech, projects, and opportunities. Whether you have a question, a collaboration in mind, or just want to say hi, feel free to reach out. I'm looking forward to hearing from you!

Social Profiles

Email

sharadhashivakumar04@gmail.com

s20@gmu.edu