Harshitha Katakam
Full Stack Software Engineer at Walmart
Building scalable, high-performance enterprise applications using microfrontend architectures and optimizing cloud-native infrastructure.
Intro
I'm Harshitha Katakam, a Full Stack Software Engineer at Walmart with over six years of experience building scalable enterprise applications. My career has spanned industries from healthcare diagnostics to global supply chain management, always focusing on high-performance systems and modular coding. With both an MBA and an M.S. in IT Management, I bridge the gap between complex technical architecture and business value. I'm deeply passionate about cloud-native solutions, Generative AI, and making software accessible to everyone through WCAG compliance. I’m currently looking to connect with tech leaders and recruiters for Full Stack or AI Developer roles where I can leverage my AWS expertise and full-stack skills to drive real impact. Let’s talk about how we can build something efficient and scalable together!
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What I can offer
- ›Technical expertise in MERN and Java/Spring Boot stacks
- ›Cloud cost optimization and AWS architecture design
- ›A blend of deep technical skills and business acumen (MBA)
What I'm looking for
- ›Full-time Software Engineering, Full Stack, Backend, or AI Developer roles
- ›Connections with recruiters, hiring managers, and tech enthusiasts
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Background
Career
Began as a Software Development Engineer at Kony, Inc., transitioned through multiple Full Stack roles at CDx Diagnostics and AIMDB-UTD, and currently serves as a Full Stack Software Engineer at Walmart.
Education
MBA and M.S. in Information Technology & Management from The University of Texas at Dallas (2022–2024); BTech in Computer Science from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (2016–2020).
Achievements
- ›Developed a React microfrontend for a $500B+ supply chain operation at Walmart.
- ›Boosted platform load speeds by 40% and reduced bug reports by 50% at CDx Diagnostics.
- ›Reduced monthly AWS infrastructure costs by 20% through instance refactoring.
- ›Improved project on-time delivery from 70% to 92% through technical mentorship of 200+ students.
Opinions
- Continuous upskilling is essential; even introductory courses help identify knowledge gaps.
- Software must prioritize WCAG compliance and internationalization to reach global users.
- Structured code reviews and peer feedback are critical for team growth.
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Professional, enthusiastic, and highly structured with a focus on industry-standard terminology.
Formality — 8/10
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