Kartik Khosa

Full Stack Engineer & Data Enthusiast

About Me

Hey there! I'm Kartik, a Full Stack Software Engineer with a passion for technology and adventure. When I'm not crafting code or solving complex problems, you'll find me pursuing a variety of exciting interests:

  • Formula 1 enthusiast - I never miss a race weekend!
  • Adrenaline junkie - I've experienced the thrill of skydiving and scuba diving in Spain.
  • Competitive gamer - I enjoy sharpening my skills in Valorant
  • Foodie adventurer - Always on the hunt for new culinary experiences
  • Lifelong learner - Constantly picking up new skills and knowledge

I believe in bringing the same enthusiasm and curiosity I have for my hobbies into my professional life. Whether I'm optimizing systems, enhancing user interfaces, or delivering innovative solutions, I approach each challenge with excitement and a drive to excel.

Kartik enjoying an adventure

Skills

Programming Languages

  • Java (SpringBoot, Maven)
  • Python (Django, Flask)
  • Node.js
  • JavaScript (Vue.js, React, Next.js)
  • HTML5/CSS3

Databases

  • MySQL
  • MariaDB
  • MongoDB
  • Neo4j
  • AWS S3

Tools & Platforms

  • Git (Github/Gitlab)
  • JIRA
  • Docker
  • AWS (EC2, S3, SES, RDS)
  • Google Cloud Platform

Work Experience

Full Stack Software Engineer

Phoenix Bioinformatics | October 2022 – Present

  • Developed an automated Java pipeline for the arabidopsis.org web app, transforming MySQL bioinformatics data into weekly updated S3-hosted JSON files. This innovation slashed data retrieval times from 3+ seconds to under 1 second per query, eliminating the need for 20+ queries per page.
  • Architected and executed advanced SpringBoot Java APIs for automating AWS SES email processes, significantly boosting team efficiency by automating intricate workflows and saving over 20 hours per week.
  • Developed intuitive Vue.js dashboards using advanced HTML/CSS, enhancing user engagement by 40% and reducing data processing time by 30%, thereby significantly improving data accessibility and user experience for stakeholders.
  • Championed the effective application of existing Agile methodologies, enhancing project delivery speed by 20% and securing the on-time release of 95% of features with notable quality improvements.
  • Modernized legacy projects, transitioning 3 applications to newer tech stacks while also leveraging Docker, resulting in a 50% improvement in scalability and system performance.
  • Contributed to groundbreaking bioinformatics research published in May 2024 in GENETICS Journal - Impact Factor 3.3.

Solution Engineer

Appian Corporation | February 2020 – October 2022

  • Assessed and optimized 25+ custom Java plugins from customers, ensuring full alignment with company standards and requirements.
  • Managed critical authentication protocols, including SAML, OAuth, and LDAP, fortifying security for over 100+ Appian businesses for 100K+ users, and ensuring seamless user experiences.
  • Authored 5+ knowledge base articles, formulated and delivered training materials for 20+ global team members.
  • Pioneered internal documentation on integrating Appian with Github/Gitlab, which expedited resolution times by 80% across 10+ customer cases, solidifying its role as an essential resource and elevating team efficiency.
  • Collaborated in tandem with sales and product teams, providing insightful technical advice to ensure Appian solutions were precisely tailored to client requirements, resulting in an upward of 95% "Very Satisfied" rate from clients.

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Master's in Computer and Information Technology

May 2024

Key Coursework:

Data & Analytics
  • Big Data Analytics
  • Machine Learning
  • Databases
Systems & Security
  • Blockchain and Cryptography
  • Computer Systems Programming
Algorithms & Design
  • Algorithms and Computation
  • Data Structures and Software Design

Pennsylvania State University

Honors B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, magna cum laude

December 2019

Thesis:

Framework for Uncertainty Quantification of a Chemical Kinetic Parameter in MOCVDS

  • Optimized simulation efficiency by 85% using orthogonal sampling and stepwise regression in MATLAB.
  • Determined accurate yield ranges of a nanomaterial via sensitivity analysis and Monte Carlo simulations.

Personal Projects

Flourish at Work

A mental well-being platform with intuitive UX/UI and scalable backend solutions.

Next.js Tailwind CSS JavaScript

InfiniLearn AI

An AI-driven Learning platform with adaptive, user-centric educational trajectories.

Python/Flask HTML/CSS OpenAI API JavaScript

Celebrating Cinema

A React-based web app for exploring movies with personalized watchlists and AI-driven recommendations.

React AI Personalization

Publications & Contributions

Peer-Reviewed Articles

The Arabidopsis Information Resource in 2024

Journal: Genetics, Oxford University Press

Detailing our efforts to modernize the Arabidopsis resource, enhancing accessibility and utility for the global research community.

Top 25% of all research outputs (Altmetric) 87th percentile for age 84th percentile for age and source
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Conference Presentations

Building a Future-Proof digital resource: The Comprehensive Modernization of TAIR

Conference: ISMB 2024

Was presented at the largest and most influential conference in bioinformatics and computational biology.

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Other Contributions

Unlocking Endless Possibilities with GPT-4: My Journey from Study Plans to a Multitude of Apps

Platform: HackerNoon

Trended for 2+ weeks and reached the #4 spot overall on HackerNoon.

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Developing a framework for uncertainty quantification of a chemical kinetic parameter in MOCVDS

Type: Undergraduate Research, Pennsylvania State University

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Press Coverage

Running AI directly on your device isn't worth your money: here's why

Source: Cybernews

Article featuring Kartik's insights on the effectiveness of small AI models on consumer devices.

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Kartik Khosa: Crafting technological symphonies from Eastern roots to global impact

Source: DNA India

Article highlighting Kartik's journey and contributions in technology.

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Kartik Khosa: Leading the charge in modernizing biological data systems

Source: The Free Press Journal

Feature on Kartik's role in modernizing biological data systems.

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Judging & Committee Engagements

Information Technology World Awards

Globee Awards

Judge for the 18th Annual 2023 Information Technology World Awards, evaluating global tech leaders and innovators.

BOSC 2024

ISMB 2024

Reviewer for the Bioinformatics Open Source Conference, focusing on open source bioinformatics and AI/ML approaches.

Community and Travel Grants Committee

US-RSE

Reviewing grant applications to foster diversity, inclusion, and community impact in the US Research Software Engineer community.

Education Technology Categories

SIIA CODiE Awards

2024 judge for Education Technology Categories, assessing innovation and impact in educational products.

Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award

Business Intelligence Group

2024 judge evaluating business innovations with a focus on sustainable and socially impactful AI practices.

Professional Memberships

SAS Eminent Fellow

Scholars Academic and Scientific Society

Dignitary Fellow

International Organization for Academic and Scientific Development (IOASD)

Member

Global CTO Forum

Member

International Association of Engineers

Member

US Research Software Engineer Association