New Job at ScaleFusion
November 18, 2024
Reflecting on My Career Journey and a New Beginning at Scalefusion
I began my professional journey in February 2013 with a Dutch company based in Pune. As a fresh graduate, I was fortunate to find inspiring mentors like Jos, Ruben, and Jonathan, who shaped my early career. I also had the privilege of working alongside incredible teammates such as Aashish, Robert, Edwin, Pratik, and others who became lifelong friends.
During my time there, I worked on an ambitious project, SocialSchools, which became a cornerstone of my career. I contributed to the development of its first communication platform for schools and later led the effort to build a multi-tenant CMS from scratch. This platform powered thousands of domains and handled millions of monthly requests, marking a significant milestone for me and the team. In 2022, SocialSchools was acquired by KidsKonnect, and I continued contributing to their vision for the next two years.
A Turning Point and the Path Ahead
By October 2024, it became clear that my journey with KidsKonnect would come to an end. While contemplating my next steps, I reconnected with a company I’ve admired for years—Scalefusion. Known for its innovative products and leadership, it felt like a natural fit for the challenges I was eager to tackle. After a rewarding interview process, I was thrilled to accept the role of Principal Engineer.
Gratitude and Aspirations
Reflecting on nearly 12 years at my previous company, I am deeply grateful for the mentorship, skills, and friendships that shaped me. This experience has prepared me to embrace this next phase with confidence and ambition.
I would like to thank my wife, family, and colleagues for their unwavering support during this transition. At Scalefusion, I look forward to reinventing myself, embracing new challenges, and achieving greater heights alongside an incredible team.
Here’s to growth, learning, and making an impact!
I’m a Principal Engineer at Scalefusion and Django CMS Fellow passionate about solving meaningful problems and pushing tech boundaries. I love reading, listening/playing music, appreciating/making art, and enjoying a good cup of coffee.
Here are some recommendations from my current and past colleagues. You can check out my latest resume and Github profile. You can connect with me on twitter at @vinitkme or drop me an email atmail@vinitkumar.me.
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