Deepak Mahat

0423528740 |  meepak@gmail.com |  SA 5047

linkedin.com/in/dpk-mht |  github.com/meepak

https://deepak.mahat.au

Summary

Experienced software engineer skilled in full-stack development, DevOps (AWS automation) and technical leadership, with a track record of delivering scalable applications and solving complex problems.

Experience

Software Engineer
SilentNodes
Mar. 2025 - Current
Adelaide, SA
ODS Developer
Open Data Solutions, Illion
Mar. 2021 - Feb. 2025
Adelaide, SA
  • Automated decision metrics creation process, boosting sales efficiency. (jQuery, CodeIgniter, MySQL)
  • Implemented bank connection monitoring pages for real-time insights. - https://bankstatements.com.au
  • Maintained 2,000+ unit tests for reliability.
  • Developed and maintained bank account scrapers using selenium and puppeteer. (PHP, node.js)
  • Supported development of open banking project.
  • Led the development of a responsible lending portal to improve compliance and UX (Laravel, React).
  • Used AWS infrastructure including CloudWatch, CI/CD pipelines, S3, EC2 with load balancers, and RDS databases.
  • Managed sprint delivery using Jira for planning, task tracking, and QA workflows.
Software Engineer
Raralabs (Self-Employed)
Nov. 2019 - Mar. 2021
Adelaide, SA
  • Developed and deployed Laravel/VueJS SaaS applications with embedded monitoring and alerting to ensure uptime and performance.
  • Clarified client requirements, managed overseas teams, and delivered high-quality software applications.
  • Full stack development based on clients' requirements, including:
    • Real Estate Portal: BuySellLease (Laravel, jQuery, MySQL)
    • Logistics Tracker https://track.bluetongueintl.com.au (Laravel, Blade, MySQL)
    • Crypto-Based Reward System https://barteos.org (Wordpress, Laravel, jQuery, MySQL)
    • Landing Pages and Crypto Redeem System (WordPress, Custom Plugin)
CTO/Co-Founder
Drishya Digital Network
Feb. 2018 - Jul. 2019
Pokhara, Nepal
  • Designed and implemented a digital signage solution for Drishya Digital Network.
  • Managed infrastructure planning, cost estimation, and hardware selection, including visiting a Chinese manufacturing plant and contract negotiations.
  • Mentored junior developers and technical staff on best practices and operational tasks.
Technical Lead
Southern Logistics PTY LTD
Dec. 2013 - Nov. 2017
Beverly Hills, NSW
  • Led a team of overseas developers to deliver software solutions for partner businesses in Sydney.
  • Developed custom websites using WordPress, Symfony, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
  • Built custom WordPress plugins (PHP/MySQL) for specific business needs.
  • Implemented Python Scrapy crawlers for efficient data scraping.
  • Developed a GUI desktop application (C#, WPF, Python, XPath, PostgreSQL) for semi-automating Scrapy crawler code generation.
  • Installed and managed VMware ESXi servers for virtual workstations.
IT Engineer
Pit Stop Recharge PTY LTD
Mar. 2011 - Sep. 2013
Cronulla, NSW
  • Implemented software application for monitoring kiosk usage, transactions, and troubleshooting (Python, PostgreSQL, PHP).
  • Managed API integration, testing, and certification with third-party providers (EPAY, Blackhawk, Quest Payment and Gaming loyalty platforms).
  • Participated in contract negotiation and Telstra IPWAN network implementation for real-time kiosk connectivity.
  • Integrated Scala digital signage within the kiosk system.
  • Facilitated the installation of kiosks in 10 RSL clubs, ensuring a smooth trial and expansion phase.
Software Engineer
Woolcock Institute of Medical Research
Jan. 2009 - Mar. 2011
Glebe, NSW
  • Translated medical research papers into robust software algorithms.
  • Developed real-time data acquisition and analysis software for MBNW & FOT devices (C#, MATLAB).
  • Trained doctors and researchers in using custom analysis tools.
  • Built specialized audio players for sleep studies and double-blinding tools for research accuracy.
Software Developer
Boss Pacific Computers
Feb. 2007 - Dec. 2008
Silverwater, NSW
  • Configured and maintained Linux servers (name, web, mail, file, cache) at client sites.
  • Developed tools, desktop applications, and plugins (C#, MySQL, FileMaker) for automation and data integration.
  • Automated OSCommerce site with supplier site scraping and MYOB integration, enhancing efficiency.

Skills

PHP Laravel Node.js Python MySQL REST APIs CLI Tools Solution Architecture JavaScript React Vue.js UX/UI Design Web & Mobile App Dev Docker CI/CD Pipelines AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, CloudWatch) Jira Bitbucket Unit Testing Agile & Scrum Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

PG Program in AI and ML: Business Applications
UT Austin | 2023-2024

Master of Software Engineering Studies
UTS Sydney | 2007-2009

Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
IIBIT Sydney | 2008

Bachelor of Electronics Engineering
TU, IOE Nepal | 2001-2005

Personal Projects

  • https://beforeyoupay.com.au - verify payee bank account
    • Laravel, VueJS
  • Larahook - Webhook.site alternative
    • https://github.com/meepak/larahook
    • Live at https://raralabs.com.au - Laravel, MySQL
  • My Path - Vector path animation app
    • https://github.com/meepak/yavpa - React Native
  • Find Associate - App to match people with common business interest
    • https://github.com/meepak/connect - React Native, Firebase
  • My Invoices - Purchase invoice scanner and management
    • https://myinvoices.mahat.au - Flutter, Laravel, MySQL

Interests

  • Generative AI & NLP
  • Mobile App Development
  • UI/UX Design & User Experience Optimization
  • Exploring Emerging Technologies & Industry Trends