About Me
Hi, I'm Thameem, a Backend Product Engineer based in Kerala. I focus on building scalable architectures, finding practical ways to integrate AI, and designing resilient backend systems that hold up when traffic spikes
With deep expertise across languages like Python, PHP, Rust, and JavaScript, paired with frameworks including Django, FastAPI, React, and CodeIgniter, I specialize in transforming complex technical challenges into robust, high-performance solutions. Beyond writing code, I am an active conference speaker, a published researcher, and a dedicated community builder.
View Resume →Professional Experience
I thrive at the intersection of product development and cutting-edge backend engineering.
Product Engineer – Backend
May 2025 – PresentCurrently building and maintaining scalable web applications while driving Entri's AI initiatives. I leverage LLMs and RAG architectures to enhance personalization and automate learning outcomes. Recognized with the Entripreneur award for showcasing Entri's AI features at Google I/O.
Associate III Product Engineer – Backend
Jul 2021 – May 2025Led backend engineering for two key business verticals. Architected Python-based microservices using Falcon, FastAPI, and GraphQL, and built massive data ingestion pipelines handling 120M+ records using distributed parallel processing and NATS. Championed CI/CD workflows with Docker, Kubernetes, and Terraform, and built automated testing frameworks from scratch. Recognized with the UST Shooting Star Award.
Conferences & Publications
Learning in public and sharing knowledge with the global developer community.
Building GraphQL microservices using FastAPI
PyCascades 2024Spoke at PyCascades Seattle alongside Aby M Joseph. Our session explored building GraphQL microservices using FastAPI & Apollo GraphQL.
Read more →PyGoat - Learn Django Security The Hard Way
EuroPython 2023Spoke at EuroPython 2023 alongside Adarsh Divakaran. We discussed PyGoat — an intentionally vulnerable Django app for teaching OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
Read more →Detection of Parkinson's Disease Using Vocal Features: An Eigen Approach
IEEE Publication — Nov 2021Published on IEEE Digital Explorer. Co-authored with Dr Anzar SM, Nakul S Pramod, Swathy Mohanlal, and Sajitha L.
Read more →Community & Leadership
Where it all started — at TKM College of Engineering.
Team Lead / CEO
IEDC TKMCEManaged operations for the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Centre, acting as the bridge between Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), faculty, and industry leaders to foster a campus-wide culture of innovation.
Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador
MicrosoftOrganized technical workshops covering web development, Azure, backend engineering, and machine learning. Spearheaded hackathons and competitive programming events to help students build future-ready skills.
Web Administrator & App Head
IEEE · IEDC · Hestia 2020Lead webmaster across multiple organizations. Designed and deployed full-stack event management systems using CodeIgniter and MySQL, handling payment gateways, spot registrations, and automated certificate generation for thousands of participants.
