# Atul Lal > Senior Software Engineer @ Confluent | MS Boston University | BTech Bennett University Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/atullal I'm Atul Lal, a Software Engineer with a knack for creating innovative applications that solve real-world problems. My journey in the tech industry began over 4 years ago and has been marked by continuous learning and growth. I hold an MS in Computer Science from Boston University, which has further honed my skills and deepened my understanding of the field. At Commvault Systems, I had the opportunity to work on optimizing APIs, developing distributed systems, and automating cloud environments. This hands-on experience, coupled with my academic knowledge, has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of full-stack development and database management. During my tenure at Commvault Systems, I also participated in multiple hackathons and competitions. These platforms allowed me to showcase my skills while also challenging me to think outside the box. My creative solutions did not go unnoticed as I was fortunate enough to win awards for them. My expertise lies in Distributed Systems Engineering and Problem Solving - two essential skills for any Software Engineer. However, what truly sets me apart is my passion for what I do. Every line of code I write is driven by the desire to make a difference through technology. If you're looking for someone who can bring fresh ideas to your team while also delivering high-quality work consistently, let's connect! ## Work Experience ### Senior Software Engineer @ Confluent Jan 2024 – Present | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Cloud Infrastructure and Platform - Traffic Team ### Graduate Teaching Assistant @ Boston University Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States Data Mechanics ### Software Engineer @ Commvault Jan 2020 – Jan 2022 | Bangalore, India • Improved user experience by refactoring REST APIs, optimizing SQL with DB profiling, and implementing multi-level caching, leading to 5x faster API responses and a 10x reduction in React page load times • Developed proxied Webhook system in C++, .NET Core and SQL Server for alert system, using LRU cache for secure connectivity; this key innovation is featured in Commvault Platform Release 2023E release notes • Achieved upto a 50% reduction in disk space usage and 2x faster alert delivery by efficiently managing over 400 merge requests and resolving 600+ bugs in alert systems and syslog modules using Python, C++, SQL Server, and React ### Software Engineer Intern @ Commvault Jan 2020 – Jan 2020 | Hyderabad, Telangana, India • Automated RESTful API testing across 100+ APIs in cloud computing environments using Python, JavaScript, and Postman; integrated into the build pipeline to ensure zero breakage in the system • Utilized GitLab CI/CD with Docker to enhance development workflows and reduce testing time during deployments; resulting in a 50% reduction in testing time for developers ### Software Engineer Intern @ Commvault Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Hyderabad, Telangana, India Contributed to diverse projects in the cloud services team, specializing in full-stack development using MERN stack and database management to enhance system performance and user experiences. ### Graphics and Communication Designer @ Docyt Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | India Worked as part-time graphics designer responsible for creating graphics and UI/UX elements ### Researcher @ Georgia Institute of Technology Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States Optimized Boruvka's algorithm using Java Habanero on a 200-core supercomputer in a multi-threaded environment, reducing processing times by 40% and increasing system speed by 20% by addressing bottlenecks ### Researcher @ Georgia Institute of Technology Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | Atlanta, Georgia, United States Implemented multiple computer vision algorithms for edge detection gaussian-based and gradient-based algorithms like Sobel, Canny edge, and Prewitt algorithms ## Education ### Master of Science - MS in Computer Science Boston University ### Bachelor of Technology - BTech in Computer Science and Engineering Bennett University ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/atullal123 - Portfolio: https://atullal.xyz - GitHub: https://github.com/atullal --- Source: https://flows.cv/atullal JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/atullal/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-28