
Hello I'mBhuvanesh Balasundaram
Lead Software Developer
With a decade of experience developing varied applications, I lead teams to create innovative, user-driven solutions. Committed to delivering scalable, top-tier apps.
Skills
Android
Kotlin
Java
Jetpack
MVVM
Firebase
Coroutines
Rest
GraphQL
JUnit5
Espresso
SqLite
RealmDB
Git
CI/CD
Fastlane
Docker
TypeScript
NodeJs
NestJs
React
NextJs
MongoDB
DataDog
Figma
Experience
Freelance
Chennai, India
Lead Developer
Led development of an Android educational app using Kotlin, MVVM, and Clean Architecture, ensuring modular, scalable, and testable code. Built a full-featured e-commerce platform with Next.js frontend and MedusaJS backend, integrating payment gateways, order management, and user authentication. Delivered end-to-end development across both mobile and web, collaborating closely with clients and handling technical decisions independently.
Mar 2024 - PresentRemitbee Inc
Chennai, India
Lead Developer
Led a 3-member Android team, overseeing code reviews, pull requests, and release management with a strong focus on automation and quality. Collaborated cross-functionally with design, QA, and backend teams to deliver smooth and secure international money transfer experiences. Rewrote the entire Remitbee Android app using Jetpack Compose, completing the revamp within 6 months. Delivered the first release with 99.8% crash-free sessions (currently at 99.9%) and significantly improved user experience and Play Store ratings.
Nov 2021 - Feb 2024ST Global Technologies
Chennai, India
Tech Lead
Led a 6-member Android team delivering over 6 apps for TmmmT Tech (Saudi Arabia), including food delivery and tow booking platforms with real-time location tracking. Spearheaded development using Kotlin, MVVM, GraphQL, and CI/CD, ensuring scalable and maintainable codebases. Developed a Sunmi POS application for restaurant chefs to receive and manage orders in real time, deployed on Sunmi store. Revamped team workflows and mentoring processes, earning the internal "Game Changer" award for elevating delivery speed and code quality.
Jan 2018 - Nov 2021Vertace Consultants
Chennai, India
Senior Software Engineer
Led a 5-member team developing banking, booking, and e-commerce applications, including wallet solutions for Equitas and DCB Bank with UPI integration. Delivered multiple Android apps independently using Java, Kotlin, MVP, and custom SDK development practices. Played a key role in project architecture, secure transaction handling, and third-party service integrations. Recognized with three internal awards: "Tesla Innovator", "Helping Hand", and "Favourite Person of the Year" for outstanding contributions and team support.
Aug 2016 - Nov 2017Adriel Technologies
Chennai, India
Software Engineer
Built and maintained Android applications and CMS websites for clients across media, services, and other sectors. Delivered end-to-end solutions using Android, WordPress, and Drupal, ensuring performance, usability, and consistent architecture across platforms. Focused on clean code practices, efficient delivery, and adapting solutions to diverse client needs.
Aug 2016 - Nov 2017PRIST University
Thanjavur, India
BTech ECE
Jul 2010 - Oct 2013PRPC
Thanjavur, India
Diploma in ECE
Jun 2007 - Apr 2010Projects
Cokupa
Cokupa Foods, Chennai
Full Stack Developer
Freelancing Project
Oct 2024 - Mar 2025
Cokupa is a niche food-commerce platform focused on providing healthy, natural food products for children. The platform offers an end-to-end eCommerce experience, combining modern UI/UX with a robust headless backend powered by MedusaJS. A fully responsive storefront built with Next.js and TailwindCSS, powered by a headless MedusaJS v2 backend with custom modules. Features include secure checkout with order tracking and email alerts, and an admin dashboard for managing inventory, customers, and orders.
Remitbee
Remitbee Inc, Canada
Lead Developer
Remitbee India Pvt Ltd, Chennai
Nov 2021 - Feb 2024
Led rewrite of Remitbee fintech app using Kotlin, MVVM, and Jetpack Compose, increasing crash-free users from 80% to 99.9%. Architected scalable Android app with GraphQL and Hilt, reducing API latency by 25% and navigation complexity by 30%. Integrated Datadog, Persona, and ExoPlayer, enabling robust analytics, KYC verification, and in-app tutorials. Established CI/CD pipelines, accelerating release cycles by 30% and achieving 85% test coverage with JUnit5 and Espresso.
STZ
Backend Developer
ST Global Technologies, Chennai
Jun 2021 - Nov 2021
STZ is a scalable SaaS platform tailored for clients in the Middle East, designed to power e-commerce stores and food delivery businesses. The platform supports multi-purpose use cases with a modular, API-first architecture, enabling fast deployments for various business models. Robust platform featuring advanced product catalog management with rich filtering and categorization. Includes a flexible cart module supporting multi-vendor and diverse product types. The backend is adaptable for both e-commerce and food delivery workflows, with role-based access control, high-performance APIs (with validation, guards, and error handling), and a MongoDB schema designed for dynamic data models.
TmmmT
TmmmT Tech. Saudi Arabia
Lead Developer
ST Global Technologies, Chennai
Jan 2018 - Nov 2021
TmmmT is a versatile three-in-one e-commerce and food delivery application connecting users with restaurants, large retail stores, and small local shops across multiple regions. As the Lead Android Developer, I guided a team of developers to build a scalable, user-centric app that enables users to order food and products, track deliveries in real-time, purchase digital goods (e.g., recharge cards, iTunes, Google Play cards), and communicate seamlessly with restaurants, delivery partners, merchants, and customer support via real-time chat.
TmmmT Master
TmmmT Tech. Saudi Arabia
Lead Developer
ST Global Technologies, Chennai
Jan 2018 - Nov 2021
Led development of TmmmT Master app enables merchants to accept or reject orders, track them in real-time, manage the order lifecycle until delivery, edit user orders, and communicate with users, delivery partners, and customer support via real-time chat. It also supports Sunmi POS devices with integrated printer functionality for seamless order processing.
TmmmT Captain
TmmmT Tech. Saudi Arabia
Lead Developer
ST Global Technologies, Chennai
Jan 2018 - Nov 2021
Led development of TmmmT Captain app empowers delivery partners to accept or reject incoming orders, navigate to stores and customer locations using integrated maps, view order details and commission earnings, and communicate with users, stores, and customer support via real-time chat
Sthat
TmmmT Tech. Saudi Arabia
Lead Developer
ST Global Technologies, Chennai
Jan 2018 - Nov 2021
Sthat is an innovative on-demand tow truck booking application developed for TmmmT Tech, Saudi Arabia, enabling users to book various types of tow trucks based on their specific needs. The app offers real-time truck tracking, secure payment processing via Payfort (an Amazon company), and seamless communication with truck drivers and customer support through real-time chat. Supporting English and Arabic with full RTL compatibility
Sthat Captain
TmmmT Tech. Saudi Arabia
Lead Developer
ST Global Technologies, Chennai
Jan 2018 - Nov 2021
Sthat Captain is a partner-facing application developed for TmmmT Tech, Saudi Arabia, designed to empower tow truck drivers to manage incoming booking requests efficiently. The app allows drivers to accept or reject bids, navigate to customer locations using integrated maps, and communicate with users, customer support, and stores via real-time chat. Supporting English and Arabic with RTL compatibility
Cippy Wallet & SDK
DCB Bank
Developer
Vertace Consultant, Chennai
Aug 2016 - Nov 2017
Cippy Wallet is a feature-rich digital wallet application developed for Android, enabling users to manage, transfer, and utilize their funds seamlessly — similar to platforms like Paytm. Designed for high usability and security, the app streamlines everyday financial transactions.
Purz Wallet
Equitas Bank
Developer
Vertace Consultant, Chennai
Aug 2016 - Nov 2017
Purz Wallet is a comprehensive digital wallet application developed for Android, designed to simplify digital payments and money management. The app delivers a seamless and secure financial experience, mirroring core features found in leading platforms like Paytm.
Shakthi Apps
Developer
Vertace Consultant, Chennai
Aug 2016 - Nov 2017
Shakthi Apps is an Android-based online retail platform built for grocery and stationery shopping — similar in functionality to BigBasket. The app provides users with a complete e-commerce experience, from product discovery to secure checkout and order confirmation.
Irumudi
Adhiparasakthi Siddhar Peedam, Melmaruvathur
Developer
Vertace Consultant, Chennai
Aug 2016 - Nov 2017
Shakthi Apps is an Android-based online retail platform built for grocery and stationery shopping — similar in functionality to BigBasket. The app provides users with a complete e-commerce experience, from product discovery to secure checkout and order confirmation.