# Rita H Chauhan > Software Developer | JavaScript | Python | Golang | React | Next.js | MERN Stack | MySql | PostgreSql | MongoDb | Node.js | Express Location: New York City Metropolitan Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/ritahchauhan I am a Lawyer turned Software Engineer with 4 years of experience as a corporate and intellectual property attorney and 1 year as a full-stack developer in a fintech company. I specialize in building robust applications using frameworks and tools such as JavaScript, Golang, Python, React, Next.js, Express.js, Node.js, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, HTML, and CSS, along with platforms like GitHub, Jira, and Bitbucket. I have worked on high-profile projects for clients like Mastercard and Visa, developing frontend applications using Next.js and backend systems with Golang. My expertise includes integrating third-party APIs, such as Slack and Stripe, to enhance response and logging mechanisms. Additionally, I have developed various MERN stack projects, including online marketplaces, food ordering apps, and dynamic styling pages. As a highly motivated and adaptable professional, I excel in handling high-stakes tasks with precision and thrive in collaborative environments. My strong aptitude for learning new technologies and delivering results makes me an asset to any forward-thinking organization. ## Work Experience ### Full Stack Engineer @ Self Employed Jan 2022 – Present | New York, United States Successfully completing 500+ hours of expert-led instruction in JavaScript, HTML & CSS. - Gaming Project: Created a shooting game on HTML Canvas with Vanilla Javascript --> https://ritahc.github.io/Raven-Hunt/ ### Full Stack Developer - Intern @ Ayoconnect Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Jakarta, Indonesia Working in Southeast Asia's Leading Financial API Platform. ### Legal Researcher @ Rouse Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia Led research on - Indonesian IP Laws/ court decisions & Laws applicable on OTT platforms in Indonesia (eg- Laws & regulations on Broadcasting/Advertising/Currency/Payment Gateways/Competition / Consumer Protection/ and IT etc) Deep research on NFTs and legal issues around them (eg – smart contracts, IP Laws, licensing & royalties), also analyzing the impact of NFTs on brand marketing and adjacent copyright/ trademark infringements Coordinating with the Global Rouse team and providing research for global projects. ### Legal Researcher @ DigiShares Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Denmark (remote) Led various legal researches on topics like- status of crypto-assets, public offers, prospectus requirements under Indian Law and security token offering vehicles in India and offshore. Preparation of detailed legal reports, memos and updates on legal developments in relation to regulation of crypto-assets and security tokens in various jurisdictions. ### Advocate @ Independent Law Practitioner Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | New Delhi, Delhi, India International Contract Drafting for a UAE based pharmaceutical company, including sub- licensing agreements, multi party NDAs, tri- party Agreements etc. Legal research & content creation on topics like Magnitsky Restrictions, Cryptocurrency/blockchain/NFTs & startup funding. Handling bank panels for Indian courts. ### Associate Advocate @ Nanda & Associates Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | New Delhi, Delhi, India Research & content creation on a wide set of international laws ○ Financial laws: Fintech, cyber laws, DTAA (double tax avoidance agreement), CSR (corporate social responsibility) ○ International dispute laws: Territorial disputes, international mandates, international justice system, bilateral trade agreements between different countries, privacy laws etc ### Associate Advocate @ Amaanta Legal Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | New Delhi, Delhi, India Assisting in corporate litigation and consumer protection lawsuits. ## Education ### Software Engineer in Computer Software Engineering General Assembly ### Bachelor of Laws - LLB in Law Campus Law Centre, Faculty Of Law, University of Delhi ### Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Law Indian Society of International Law ### Bachelor of Arts - BA in Psychology, Political Science & English Literature Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University, Kanpur ### Language Diploma in French Studies Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/rita-h-chauhan-393664212 - Portfolio: https://ritahchauhan.netlify.app/ --- Source: https://flows.cv/ritahchauhan JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/ritahchauhan/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-29