Avinash Mahala

Avinash Mahala, currently pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington (expected graduation in May 2024), brings with him nearly 5 years of hands-on experience in the software development and engineering domain. His career journey has seen him making a significant impact on projects and organizations, including a tenure at General Electric, where he played a pivotal role in improving system security, optimizing data processes, and streamlining workflows.

Avinash possesses a versatile skill set that includes proficiency in a wide range of programming languages, such as Python, C++, C#, Java, and JavaScript. His expertise extends to cloud computing, agile methodologies, and data analytics. This comprehensive skill set enables him to craft innovative solutions to intricate challenges in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

His journey has been marked by a strong sense of ownership and a commitment to delivering high-quality code and solutions. Avinash excels in collaborating with cross-functional teams, consistently demonstrating the ability to drive projects from inception to completion. His contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the ‘Lead with Transparency Award’ (Q1 2021) and ‘The Circle of Champions Award’ (Q1 2020).

As he approaches the next phase of his career, Avinash is actively seeking full-time roles where he can leverage his expertise to drive digital transformation, solve complex problems, and make a meaningful impact. His passion for addressing global challenges through innovative data insights and collaboration is evident in his professional journey, making him a valuable asset to any forward-thinking organization.

Education

  • MSc. in Computer Science and Engineering, University of Texas at Arlington (Expected Graduation: May 2024) 
  • B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Berhampur, Odisha, India(Graduated: May 2017)

Professional Experience

  • Graduate Research Assistant, Civil Department, University of Texas at Arlington, United States of America
  • Software Engineer, General Electric(Digital – Full Time) , Karnataka, India
  • Project Engineer, Wipro Limited, Karnataka, India

Publications

Conference Proceedings and Presentations

  • ∙ Behera R.K., Kumari N., Mahala A., Hemant Reddy K. (2018) “A Novel Cost Minimization Approach for Data Transaction in the Context of IoT”. In: Satapathy S., Bhateja V., Das S. (eds) Smart Computing and Informatics. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies, vol 77. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-5544-7_38