Experience

Below is a summary of my professional experience and education.

Software Engineer 1
Fiuu (Formerly Known as Razer Merchant Services)

As a Software Engineer 1, I am responsible for modernizing legacy systems and driving cloud-native transformation. My role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions for the business.

  • Led the migration of a native PHP system to the Laravel framework, improving maintainability and scalability.
  • Containerized applications for streamlined deployment and development workflows.
  • Designed and implemented RESTful APIs to support new business features.
  • Managed AWS resources, optimized cloud costs, and adopted serverless architectures for efficiency.
  • Integrated asynchronous processing using RabbitMQ to enhance system performance.
  • Utilized Terraform (IaC) to automate infrastructure provisioning and management.
Internship
Razer Merchant Services

During my internship, I was entrusted with a pivotal project to migrate a core business system from native PHP to Laravel. This experience deepened my understanding of modern web frameworks and project management in a real-world environment.

  • Planned and executed a comprehensive migration strategy, ensuring data integrity and minimal downtime.
  • Implemented Laravel's advanced features to enhance system security and scalability.
  • Collaborated with senior engineers to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges.
  • Documented processes and provided training to team members on new system architecture.
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia

Bachelor's in Computer Science and Information Technology. Achieved a CGPA of 3.87 and was consistently on the Dean's List from semester 1 to 6, reflecting strong academic performance and dedication.

  • Developed a solid foundation in software engineering, algorithms, and data structures.
  • Participated in various academic projects and group assignments, enhancing teamwork and leadership skills.
  • Engaged in extracurricular activities and technical workshops to broaden my knowledge and network.
Perak Matriculation College

Completed a major in Science, building a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem-solving that supports my technical career.

  • Studied core science subjects including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
  • Developed effective study habits and time management skills.
  • Actively participated in science-related extracurricular activities and competitions.

My Projects

A selection of my real-world and open source projects.

My Projects

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developer-tools gin-gonic go

A simple and responsive web app built with Go (Gin) to beautify and minify JSON. Features live formatting, easy navigation, and deploys easily to Render, EC2, or Cloud Run.

WeatherWebApp powered by Express.Js

Q&A / Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about my work, skills, and how to connect or collaborate with me.

So, who’s Puvaan?
Hey there! πŸ‘‹ I'm Puvaan Raaj β€” a full-stack developer from Malaysia with a backend brain and a cloud heart. From wiring Laravel APIs to deploying AWS infrastructure with Terraform, I build scalable systems with purpose. I’m passionate about automating, optimizing, and exploring cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI, MLOps, and cloud-native tools.
What’s in your tech toolbox?
I work across the stack β€” Laravel, Node.js, Python, Go, and TypeScript on the backend, with frontend touches in Vue and Next.js. I architect systems using AWS (ECS, S3, CloudWatch, etc.), Docker, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines. I’m currently diving deeper into RabbitMQ, Redis (ElastiCache), CouchDB, and building smart apps powered by GenAI and OpenAPI automation.
How can we build something together?
I'm always open to learning and building together! Whether it's backend architecture, infrastructure automation, or SaaS tool prototyping β€” reach out via email or GitHub. Let’s create something meaningful.
Are you active in open source?
Absolutely! I maintain and contribute to open-source projects around developer tools, JSON processing, and automation. You can find most of my work on [GitHub](https://github.com/PuvaanRaaj) β€” feel free to contribute or fork something!
How do you pick up new tech?
I believe in learning by building. I start small β€” CLI tools, scripts, or mini-SaaS β€” then scale. I value tools that improve reliability, speed, or clarity, and I enjoy writing dev-friendly docs and clean, reusable code. Curiosity is my biggest asset.