Hi, I'm Pranaav Rao

Software Engineer

About Me

I’m a generalist Software Engineer with a strong foundation in backend development, systems engineering, and workflow automation. My experience spans building backend-heavy applications, working with Python, Docker, and AWS, and delivering clean, reliable solutions that simplify complex technical problems.

I also bring graduate-level exposure to AI through my master’s and side projects, giving me a solid understanding of modern tooling without overstating specialization. Overall, I thrive in roles where ownership, clarity, and end-to-end problem solving matter most.

Skills & Expertise

Systems Engineering

  • Linux & CLI Tooling
  • Workflow Automation
  • System Reliability & Performance
  • Containerization

Backend & Data

  • Python
  • System Design
  • API Development
  • Data Processing

Cloud & DevOps

  • AWS
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Monitoring & Logging

Featured Projects

Heart Failure Risk Predictor

Scikit-learn MLflow ECR

Built an end-to-end ML workflow for predicting heart failure mortality, including data preprocessing, model training, experiment tracking, and containerized deployment on AWS for scalable inference.

Cloud Infrastructure Automation

AWS Terraform Python

Designed and implemented automated infrastructure deployment pipelines, reducing deployment time by 70% and eliminating manual configuration errors.

E-Commerce Microservices

Go Docker PostgreSQL

Developed a distributed e-commerce platform with independent microservices for inventory, payments, and orders. Handles 50K+ concurrent users.

Experience

Software Engineer II

2024 - Present

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Designed and maintained cloud infrastructure, automated data workflows, and implemented testing and reporting solutions to improve system reliability and operational efficiency.

Software Engineer I

2022 - 2024

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Automated infrastructure image creation and integrated security tools to streamline delivery and ensure compliance.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science

2024 - 2025

Georgia Institue of Technology

  • Summa Cum Laude
  • Relevant coursework in AI/ML and general software engineering

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

2019 - 2022

Virginia Commonwealth University

  • Dean's List
  • Senior capstone project lead

Get In Touch

I’m happy to connect about projects, ideas, or opportunities to contribute to your team’s work.