Hi, I’m Hetal, a full-stack software engineer based in Toronto, passionate about building thoughtful, user-focused products.
I bring hands on experience across the backend (Python, Django, GraphQL) and frontend (React, TypeScript), and thrive in fast-paced startup environments where I can take ownership and move quickly from idea to execution.
Outside of work, I’m an adrenaline junkie who loves being outdoors. I’m always up for a thrill — whether it’s skydiving 🪂 or riding the tallest roller coasters 🎢 I can find.
👩🏻💻 Software Engineer III – Nautical Commerce
Built and shipped scalable backend (Python/Django), GraphQL APIs, and frontend features (React/TypeScript) for a multi-vendor commerce platform
Led architecture and development of major features like Refunds, Pricebooks, and Discounts across API and UI
Maintained integrations with platforms like Shopify and Avalara; e.g., syncing product prices via Shopify webhooks
Wrote robust unit and integration tests using Pytest, improving test coverage and reliability
👩🏻💻 Software Engineer II – ESG Analytics
Developed a full-stack web app using Django REST and React; integrated Stripe for payments and subscriptions
Built tools for document scanning, web scraping, and data visualization with Recharts (Radar, Pie, Bar, etc.)
Managed authentication (OAuth), state (Redux), and CI (GitHub Actions); led code reviews and promoted best practices
👩🏻💻 DMS at Communitech - Web Developer Intern
Updated and launched 5+ client websites, focusing on accessibility and usability
Added features, plug-ins, and client-requested enhancements; delivered documentation and training guides