KB Kaushal Bhattarai
Kaushal Bhattarai

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Full-Stack Software Engineer

Full-Stack Software Engineer with 1+ years experience in React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL. Currently pursuing Master's in Computer Science at Loyola University Chicago (May 2026). Seeking Software Engineer I / Junior Full-Stack Developer roles to build scalable, user-centric applications.

Technical Skills

Technologies and frameworks I work with

Frontend Development

React Redux TypeScript JavaScript Next.js HTML5 CSS3 Responsive Design

Backend Development

Node.js Express RESTful API Microservices Python Java JWT Authentication

Databases & Tools

PostgreSQL MySQL MongoDB SQL Optimization Git Agile/Scrum Postman Stripe API

DevOps & Cloud

Docker Kubernetes CI/CD GitHub Actions AWS Vercel

AI/ML Integration

Groq LLaMA API Large Language Models API Integration

Featured Projects

Recent work and personal projects

Nov 2025 Live

K-AI Job Tracker

Production-ready AI-powered job application tracking system with intelligent resume-job matching using Groq's LLaMA 3.3 model. Features secure JWT authentication, RESTful APIs, comprehensive analytics dashboard, and real-time tracking capabilities. Built with scalable architecture and optimized performance.

React Node.js/Express PostgreSQL Groq LLaMA API JWT
K-AI Job Tracker Project Preview
Dec 2025 - Present In Development

KB Store E-Commerce

Full-stack e-commerce platform with Stripe payment integration, shopping cart, inventory management. Features secure JWT authentication, and responsive React UI with optimized checkout flow and product catalog.

React Next.js Stripe API AWS
KB Store E-Commerce Preview
Oct 2025 – Dec 2025 Academic Project

TechCommerce Microservices Platform

Architected microservices-based e-commerce system with Docker/Kubernetes orchestration, enabling independent scaling of authentication, catalog, cart, and order services. Built CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and integrated Datadog for monitoring and distributed tracing.

React Flask/Python Docker Kubernetes Datadog
TechCommerce Architecture
Nov 2025 Live

FIT30 - Workout Training App

A comprehensive 30-day workout training plan application with progressive day unlocking system. Features intuitive interface built with React for dynamic user interactions and responsive design for cross-device compatibility.

React CSS3 JavaScript
FIT30 Project Preview

Work Experience

Professional experience and roles

Graduate Student Supervisor (Part-time)

Loyola University Chicago • Jan 2025 - Present

  • Supervise 5+ student workers and streamline library operations for 8,000+ students while pursuing full-time MS coursework

Developer

Insight Tycoon • Jun 2022 - Jul 2023

  • Owned end-to-end development of 5+ full-stack applications using React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL for business clients across Nepal, serving 1,000+ monthly active users
  • Optimized backend queries, reducing API latency by 87% and improving application performance by 20%
  • Implemented JWT authentication, payment APIs, and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring system reliability and security
  • Collaborated with a cross-functional Agile team of 6 engineers; contributed to architecture, sprint planning, and reduced weekly production errors by 30% through monitoring and debugging

Full-Stack Developer (Intern)

TechnozLife Pvt. Ltd. • Jan 2020 - Jul 2020

  • Developed responsive React interfaces with mobile-first design and integrated REST APIs with PostgreSQL backend
  • Optimized SQL queries and database schema to improve performance and maintainability
  • Collaborated in a 4-person Agile team to implement features, troubleshoot bugs, and deliver production-ready code

Education

Academic background and qualifications

Loyola University Chicago

Master of Science in Computer Science • Aug 2024 - May 2026

GPA: 3.8 | Relevant Coursework: Intermediate OOP, Client-Site Web Design, Open Source Computing, Database Programming, DevOps Engineering

Softwarica College (Coventry University)

Bachelor of Computing • Jan 2018 - May 2021

Excellence Academic Award | Relevant Coursework: Android Application Development, Java Programming, API Design and Development, Agile Development

Let's Build Something Great Together

I'm actively seeking New Grad and Junior Software Engineer positions for May 2026. Eligible for OPT work authorization with 3-year STEM extension upon graduation. If you're looking for someone who can architect scalable solutions, optimize databases, and integrate cutting-edge technologies, I'd love to connect.

1+
Years Experience
5+
Projects Completed
100%
Commitment
Available for Opportunities
Available From
May 2026
Looking For
New Grad / Junior SWE
Specialization
Full-Stack Development