I'm a Principal Engineer focused on driving technical strategy, designing large-scale distributed systems, and leading multiple software projects from architecture through delivery. I enjoy solving complex systems problems and mentoring engineers to build maintainable, scalable solutions.

• 🔭 Currently driving technical strategy and delivery of Scala and Apache Kafka projects
• 🤖 Exploring Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, and LLM integration
• 🌱 Learning AI/ML, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and orchestration architectures
• 💼 Leading cross-team delivery and technical vision for enterprise-scale distributed systems
• 🎓 Java Certified by HackerRank (2020)
• 💡 Passionate about clean code, system design, and performance optimization
• 🌐 Portfolio: surajfale.com

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Principal Engineer | Current

• Driving technical strategy and high-level architecture across multiple projects
• Overseeing enterprise-scale real-time data processing pipelines with Apache Kafka
• Designing microservices and platform components with Scala and modern architectural patterns
• Mentoring engineering leads and aligning long-term technical vision with business goals

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Tech Stack: React, Voice API, JavaScript

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Tech Stack: React, TypeScript, Material-UI

A lightweight Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that automates Conventional Commit message generation, changelog updates, and optional git pushes. Ideal for teams and individuals who want AI-assisted, well-formed commit messages and automated changelog management.

Tech Stack: Python 3.10+, MCP Protocol, Git

A modern, production-ready web app for managing notes and tasks with full offline support, list organization, and a responsive Material Design 3 UI. Features rich text notes, task tracking, JWT authentication, and seamless sync.

Tech Stack: SvelteKit, Node.js, Express, MongoDB Atlas, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS

• Java Certification - HackerRank (May 2020)
  • Credential ID: 5021eaeaac35

I'm always interested in connecting with fellow developers, discussing new technologies, or exploring collaboration opportunities!