async function processRequest() {
const data = await db.query();
return transform(data);
}POST /api/v1/security
{
"action": "scan",
"target": "system"
}class Microservice {
async handleRequest() {
return await this.process();
}
}SELECT * FROM users WHERE status = 'active' ORDER BY created_at DESC;
@app.route('/api/users')
def get_users():
return jsonify(users)const authenticate = async (token) => {
return jwt.verify(token, SECRET);
};func handleRequest(w http.ResponseWriter, r *http.Request) {
w.WriteHeader(200)
json.NewEncoder(w).Encode(data)
}@GetMapping("/api/data")
public ResponseEntity<List<Data>> getData() {
return ResponseEntity.ok(service.findAll());
}async def process_queue():
while True:
task = await queue.get()
await execute(task)docker-compose up -d kubectl apply -f deploy.yaml
redis.set(key, value, ex=3600) cache.get(key) || fetch()
try {
await db.transaction(async (tx) => {
await tx.insert(data);
});
} catch (error) {
logger.error(error);
}type Service struct {
db *sql.DB
cache *redis.Client
}Priyanka Prakash Chand
Senior Software Engineer building high-performance distributed systems across cyber-security, consumer electronics, and cloud infrastructure. Currently leading cross-functional projects that streamline security operations and elevate security posture across UAE government.
About Me
Technical leader and polyglot software engineer with 5+ years of experience building high-performance distributed systems across cyber-security, consumer electronics, and cloud infrastructure.
Currently leading multiple cross-functional projects at DESC, architecting and delivering systems that streamline security operations, automate pentesting, strengthen GRC workflows, and elevate the security posture across UAE government.
Strong grounding in computer science fundamentals, with expertise in system design, microservices, and cloud-native engineering. Passionate about building scalable solutions that solve real-world problems while maintaining high code quality and best practices.
I thrive in collaborative environments where I can mentor developers, drive technical excellence, and contribute to innovative projects that make a meaningful impact. My approach combines deep technical knowledge with strong leadership skills to deliver exceptional results.
System Design & Architecture
Expertise in designing scalable, distributed systems with microservices architecture and cloud-native engineering.
Security & Compliance
Building secure systems that streamline security operations, automate pentesting, and strengthen GRC workflows.
Leadership & Mentorship
Leading cross-functional teams, mentoring developers, and driving technical excellence across projects.
Full-Stack Development
Proficient in building end-to-end solutions from backend APIs to modern frontend applications with React and Angular.
Technical Skills & Expertise
A polyglot engineer with expertise across multiple domains—from building secure, scalable backend systems to developing AI/ML solutions and modern frontend applications.
Continuously learning and adapting to emerging technologies to deliver innovative solutions.
Backend Engineering
Designing and developing scalable, high-performance backend systems with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and asynchronous processing. Building robust server-side applications with proper error handling, authentication, and system integration capabilities.
Fullstack Development
Building end-to-end web applications with expertise in both frontend and backend technologies. Creating seamless user experiences with modern frameworks, responsive designs, and robust server-side architectures. Delivering complete solutions from UI/UX to API design and database integration.
Platforms
Expertise in cloud platforms and infrastructure services including compute, storage, serverless functions, and AI services. Building and deploying applications on AWS, Azure, and virtualized environments.
DevOps
Expertise in containerization, orchestration, infrastructure as code, and automation. Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring of distributed systems.
Databases and Data Systems
Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, in-memory caching, search engines, and vector databases. Designing data models, optimizing queries, and implementing data pipelines for analytics and monitoring. Building scalable data systems for efficient data storage, retrieval, and processing.
Architecture
Architecting scalable microservices, event-driven systems, and distributed architectures with focus on reliability, performance, and observability. Designing systems that can handle growth and complexity.
Featured Projects
Building scalable, secure systems that streamline operations and drive measurable impact across cyber-security, cloud infrastructure, and AI/ML applications.
What People Say
Colleagues and collaborators share their experiences working with Priyanka
Over the past five and a half years, Priyanka has grown from a university student into a trusted engineer whose work directly contributes to our mission to safeguard Dubai in cyberspace.
Strong teams are built by people who lift each other as they rise, and Priyanka clearly lives by that principle. When talented individuals feel trusted to experiment, learn, and grow, everyone benefits. Continue doing excellent work—DESC and I are fortunate to have you.
Priyanka is an exceptional technical leader who consistently delivers high-quality solutions. Her expertise in system design and security architecture has been instrumental in building robust, scalable systems.
BBDr. Bushra Al BushiExecutive Director of Governance and Risk ManagementDubai Electronic Security Center
Working with Priyanka has been a great experience. Her ability to architect complex distributed systems while maintaining code quality and best practices is remarkable.
ABAleksander BulovicSenior Software EngineerDubai Electronic Security Center
Priyanka's contributions to our security infrastructure have been outstanding. Her innovative approach to automating security operations and GRC workflows has significantly improved our efficiency.
SFShuaib FuadProject ManagerDigital Dubai
Priyanka is a polyglot engineer with exceptional problem-solving skills. Her expertise spans multiple domains, and she consistently delivers solutions that are both technically sound and practical.
KKKhalifa Khalfan
Technical LeadDigital Dubai
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