# Navdeep Singh Sekhon > Software Engineer @ Snap | Java, Kafka, NoSQL, Distributed Systems, AdTech Location: New York, New York, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/navdeepsinghsekhon 🚀 Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I’m a Senior Software Engineer based in New York City, with extensive experience spanning both financial services and big tech. I specialize in building scalable, high-performance systems that solve complex problems and deliver seamless digital experiences. 🛠️ Expertise in Backend Engineering I have deep expertise in backend technologies such as Spring Framework, Java, JavaScript, Go, Kafka, Redis, Cassandra, and other NoSQL technologies. I excel at designing and building RESTful APIs, optimizing data architectures, and creating resilient, distributed systems—often leveraging microservices to ensure scalability and flexibility. 🌀 Agile & DevOps Enthusiast I thrive in Agile environments, where I leverage continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) practices to keep projects on track and ensure production-readiness. My hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes enables me to optimize microservices architectures for performance, scalability, and security. ☁️ Cloud & Infrastructure Focused I am passionate about leveraging cloud technologies, like AWS, to architect and manage scalable systems. My experience with Docker and Kubernetes allows me to streamline deployment pipelines and optimize containerized applications for speed and efficiency. 🧪 Committed to Quality & Mentorship As a strong advocate for test-driven development (TDD) and thorough code reviews, I prioritize writing maintainable, high-quality code. I’m also dedicated to fostering a culture of learning within teams, mentoring junior engineers, and encouraging collaboration to drive continuous improvement. 🔌 Innovative Problem Solver Beyond coding, I enjoy tackling complex challenges and designing solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether refining system architectures or optimizing performance, I’m committed to delivering impactful results that drive business success. 🌟 Let’s Connect! If you're interested in discussing innovative projects, collaboration opportunities, or simply want to connect with a fellow tech enthusiast, feel free to reach out! ## Work Experience ### Software Engineer @ Snap Inc. Jan 2024 – Present | New York, New York, United States Ads Marketplace / auction ### Software Engineer @ Apple Jan 2022 – Jan 2024 | New York, New York, United States Moving petabytes of data from here to there ### Software Architect @ Broadridge Jan 2019 – Jan 2022 | Greater New York City Area Title: Sr Professional Solutions Architect Built an ETL and search platform from whiteboard to production. Used by largest financial institutions in the world. Broadridge Global Post Trade Management system. Technologies: Java, JavaScript, Go, MarkLogic(NoSQL), Xquery, Kafka, Redis ### Lead Application Developer @ Broadridge Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Greater New York City Area ### Lead Programmer Analyst @ Broadridge Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Toronto, Ontario, Canada ### Application Development Consultant @ Broadridge Jan 2016 – Jan 2017 | New York, New York Building NoSQL based enterprise search platform used by largest financial institutions in the world. Technologies: Java, JavaScript, Go, MarkLogic(NoSQL), Xquery, Kafka, Redis ### Application Developer @ JPMorgan Chase & Co. Jan 2014 – Jan 2016 | Newark, DE, USA • Responsible for developing strategic Document Management System for storing and searching hundreds of thousands of bank’s legal documents. • Implemented algorithm to dynamically generate JavaScript (ExtJS) code for the UI to auto-generate screens for different types of legal documents • Implemented several different types of search functionality on top of a NoSQL database • Worked on all tiers of the application including frontend, backend and database • Worked with globally distributed teams in an Agile environment • Some of the technologies used: JAVA, JavaScript (ExtJS), NoSQL (Marklogic), SQL, Spring, SpEL, XQuery, Git ### Software Engineering Intern @ IBM® SevOne® Network Performance Management Jan 2013 – Jan 2014 | Newark, DE, USA • Implemented new APIs • Integrated and tested existing C++ libraries with the google testing framework • Implemented and improved functionality in the backend as well as the frontend of the system • Technology: C++, SQL, PHP, ExtJS, Unix, Git ## Education ### Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Computer Engineering University of Delaware ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/navdeepsekhon - Website: http://www.navdeepsekhon.com - Website: https://github.com/navdeepsekhon --- Source: https://flows.cv/navdeepsinghsekhon JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/navdeepsinghsekhon/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-05