Shashank Pandey

Backend & Systems Developer

Engineering Scalable Solutions Through Iteration & Innovation

Specializing in backend architecture and cloud infrastructure. As AWS Cloud Captain, I lead technical initiatives serving thousands of users while architecting production-grade systems.

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About Me

Backend engineer with proven experience in production deployments, infrastructure automation, and scalable system architecture. I combine deep technical expertise in data structures and algorithms with practical systems design through hands-on product development.

As AWS Cloud Captain at LPU, I spearhead a 5,000+ member cloud computing community, achieving Diamond Level recognition - the highest honor for Cloud Captains. My work spans enterprise-grade API development, cybersecurity education, and building automation frameworks deployed across hundreds of organizations.

I architect reliable solutions, mentor technical teams, and deliver systems that create measurable impact for end users.

5K+
Students Mentored
AWS Cloud Community
Diamond Level
AWS Cloud Captain
300+
Servers
Discord Bot Usage
B.Tech
CSE (5th Sem)
LPU
AWS
Cloud Captain
Leadership Role

Experience

AWS Cloud Club

AWS Cloud Captain

AWS Cloud Club LPU

Feb 2025 - Present

Lead and grow cloud-focused student community through hands-on training, workshops, and mentorship. Successfully hosted AWS Student Community Day 2025, achieving AWS Cloud Club Captain Diamond Level - the highest recognition for Cloud Captains.

  • Guide 2k+ students through AWS technologies and certification preparation
  • Orchestrated 8+ technical bootcamps resulting in 15+ production-ready cloud projects
  • Built strong peer-learning culture reflected in community growth and student certifications
Journey: Technical Team Member (Oct 2023) → Co-Management Lead (Jun 2024) → Technical Lead (Jan 2025) → AWS Cloud Captain (Feb 2025)

Core Team Member

Encrypt Edge

Nov 2025 - Present
  • Design and develop Web Application Security CTF challenges for RCS CTF, targeting beginner to intermediate participants
  • Build intentionally vulnerable web applications demonstrating real-world security issues including authentication flaws and insecure APIs
  • Contribute to improving cybersecurity awareness and practical security skills through competitive learning

Discord Bot Developer

Cyni Bot

Aug 2023 - Oct 2025 (2 years 3 months)

Developed and maintained Discord utility bots for Cyni Systems, creating quality user experiences across 280+ Discord servers. Focused on building reliable automation tools and community management features.

Leadership & Service

NCC

National Cadet Corps (NCC)

8 Punjab Battalion - Cadet (Apprenticeship)

Sep 2024 - May 2025

Punjab, India

  • Completed intensive military drill training and physical endurance programs
  • Mastered formation discipline and synchronized group coordination exercises
  • Contributed to national service initiatives including Swachh Bharat and public awareness campaigns
  • Cultivated professional punctuality and advanced time management competencies
  • Developed leadership qualities through resilience training, team coordination, and accountability exercises

Open Source & Community

ERM Systems

ERM Systems

Open Source Contributor - Python Developer

Jun 2024 - Jul 2025 (1 yr 2 mo)

Remote

  • Developed Python automation features
  • Implemented improvements to reliability and workflows
  • Supported users with technical troubleshooting
  • Contributed to program creation and feature requests

This open-source bot is now publicly archived; contributions remain visible.

Additional Experience

Hum Raahi Foundation

Hum Raahi Foundation

Graphic Design Intern

Aug 2024 - Mar 2025

Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (Remote)

  • Designed campaign and social media assets
  • Assisted non-profit initiatives with branded visuals
  • Collaborated with distributed teams

Skills

Programming Languages

Python Python
C/C++ C/C++
Java Java
PHP PHP

Backend

Flask Flask
FastAPI FastAPI
Node.js Node.js
Express.js Express.js
REST APIs, authentication, RBAC

Frontend

React React
Redux Redux
Svelte Svelte
HTML HTML
CSS CSS

Databases

MongoDB MongoDB
PostgreSQL PostgreSQL
MySQL MySQL

Testing & DevOps

Postman Postman
Pytest Python Testing
Docker Docker
API testing & containerization

Systems I Build

Instead of listing only tools, this section explains the kinds of systems I design and ship.

Registration engines

Systems that handle event sign-ups, attendance, confirmations, and certificate generation.

Operational backends

Dashboards and admin tools that help teams monitor activity, manage data, and act quickly.

Event infrastructure

Platforms for scheduling, organizing, and running community or campus events at scale.

Community automation tools

Moderation and utility bots (like CYNI, ERM) that automate workflows and support online communities.

Automation pipelines

Scripts and services that connect multiple systems together and reduce repetitive manual work.

Internal tools for teams

Simple web apps and APIs that keep internal processes structured and auditable.

Featured Projects

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Education

LPU

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)

Computer Science and Engineering

Lovely Professional University (LPU)

Aug 2023 - May 2027 (Expected)
Kendriya Vidyalaya

Schooling

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Gomti Nagar, Lucknow

Completed

Let's Connect

I build backend systems that matter. If you need reliable APIs, automation tools, or technical leadership for your project, let's talk.

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