Saurav Shrestha

Backend Developer Nayabazar, Pokhara, Gandaki

Saurav Shrestha

I build the parts you never see: the APIs, the schemas, the payment flows, and the Linux boxes they run on. 10 of them are serving real users right now.

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Backend Developer with hands-on experience building and deploying scalable web applications using Python (Django) and Laravel. Proven track record of developing real-world systems including NGO platforms, ecommerce solutions, and business management tools. Skilled in REST API design, database optimization, and production deployment using Docker and Linux. Comfortable working in remote environments with strong ownership of features from development to deployment.

Email
[email protected]
Phone
+977 9849975827
Based in
Nayabazar, Pokhara, Gandaki

Stack

Languages
PythonPHP
Frameworks
DjangoLaravel
Tools & Platforms
PostgreSQLMySQLDockerLinuxGit/GitHubRedisCeleryAWSMongoDB

Work

Systems I’ve shipped

  • Lexora

    Case management console for a migration practice, tracking matters, documents and visa deadlines.

    Django DRF PostgreSQL Docker

  • OCR for Lab Reports

    OCR pipeline turning photographed lab reports and paper forms into structured, searchable records.

    Python OCR Computer Vision

  • Site Knowledge Chatbot

    Chatbot that scrapes a site, builds a knowledge base from it, and answers only from that content.

    n8n Supabase JavaScript

  • Deego Trails

    Donation platform powering NGO fundraising campaigns end-to-end.

    Django Celery Redis PostgreSQL

    deegotrails.org

  • Chanco

    B2B order management platform with real-time notifications and dynamic permissions.

    Django Channels Khalti

    chanco.codex.com.np

  • Nako Cafe

    Specialty coffee shop platform with an in-house POS, eSewa checkout, and a customer ordering app.

    Django POS Redis eSewa

    nako.com.np

  • Mountain Children Home

    Donation & outreach platform supporting at-risk children.

    Laravel PHP MySQL

    mountainchildrenhome.org.np

  • Asia Oriental Supermarket

    Ecommerce engine with product variants, PayPal checkout, and bulk imports.

    Django Celery Redis PayPal

    asiaorientalsupermarket.com

  • Sajilo Chords

    Music & chords platform built for scale.

    Django Python Postgres

    sajilochords.com

  • Roots Story

    Content platform with Stripe payments, tuned for production-grade performance.

    Django Celery Redis Stripe

    rootsstory.com

  • Award International Education

    Consultancy platform with dynamic content, bulk imports, and lead workflows.

    Django Python Postgres

    awardinternational.edu.np

  • Malla Treks Nepal

    Booking platform for trek packages with a custom admin suite.

    Laravel PHP MySQL

    mallatreksnepal.com

  • Tipa

    Inventory manager for shops and warehouses, shipped on the App Store and Google Play.

    Django DRF PostgreSQL Docker

    apps.apple.com Source

Track record

Where I’ve worked

2025.09 – Present

Current

Backend Developer (Django)

Code X Pvt. Ltd.Pokhara, Gandaki

  • Architected and shipped REST APIs with Django REST Framework powering production web apps end-to-end.
  • Modeled and tuned PostgreSQL/MySQL schemas, cutting slow queries and improving response times.
  • Containerized and deployed services on Linux VPS with Docker, wiring up Nginx, domains, and SSL.
  • Owned the full release cycle: monitoring, debugging, and shipping fixes via Git-based team workflows.

2024.12 – 2025.09

Backend Developer (Laravel/PHP)

Two Ace Pvt. LtdPokhara, Gandaki

  • Built MVC-based features and CRUD modules in Laravel for client-facing business applications.
  • Designed and optimized MySQL schemas and queries to keep APIs fast under load.
  • Implemented authentication and role-based access control to secure multi-user workflows.
  • Integrated REST APIs with frontend teams and resolved production bugs to boost reliability.

Education

2021.07 – Present

Current

Bachelor in Software Engineering

Gandaki College of Engineering and SciencePokhara, Gandaki

2010.01 – 2020.12

School Leaving Certificate (Grade XII)

Motherland Secondary SchoolNepal

Contact

Send a message

I read everything that lands here and usually reply within a day.

[email protected]