Hey there! I'm
Gokul Sreekumar
Software Engineer @ Goldman Sachs
Building trading platforms and event-driven systems that power global markets. Passionate about backend engineering, AI/ML, and solving complex distributed systems challenges.
Hey there! I'm
Building trading platforms and event-driven systems that power global markets. Passionate about backend engineering, AI/ML, and solving complex distributed systems challenges.
I'm a software engineer with a passion for building robust, scalable systems that make a real impact. Currently working at Goldman Sachs, I specialize in creating trading and booking platforms that handle complex financial workflows across global markets.
My expertise lies in backend development, distributed systems, and event-driven architectures. I love diving deep into challenging problems—whether it's designing a multi-market trading platform or building AI-powered tools to streamline development workflows.
From NIT Calicut to Wall Street tech, I've been on an exciting journey. I've built everything from educational database systems from scratch to production-grade RAG platforms. I'm always learning, always building, and always looking for the next challenge.
Bengaluru, India
Bengaluru, India
Bengaluru, India
Side projects and open-source contributions that I'm proud of
End-to-end RAG system for knowledge exploration with semantic search, vector indexing, and LLM-powered analysis. Built with FastAPI, Kafka, FAISS, and LangChain.
Educational relational database system built from scratch to demonstrate RDBMS internals including storage, indexing, query execution, and transaction handling.
Experimental operating system for simulated XSM machine, implementing kernel components including interrupts, system calls, paging, and file I/O.
RFC-based implementation of the Kerberos authentication protocol with ticket-granting flows, message formats, and cryptographic exchanges.
Technologies and tools I work with daily
When I'm not building software, you'll find me...
Avid reader with an active Goodreads profile. I also write technical and philosophical pieces on Substack exploring everything from DSA mental frameworks to finding meaning in life.
Born and raised near Kovalam beach in Kerala, I'm a water person at heart. Try to beat me in a swimming contest—you'll have a hard time!
Regular runner who finds clarity and peace in those early morning miles. It's my meditation and my challenge rolled into one.
From the Himalayas to Kudremukh in Karnataka, I love exploring mountains and trails. There's something magical about standing at a summit after a challenging climb.
Fascinated by how geography shapes culture and history. I can spend hours on Google Earth exploring how politics, colonization, and culture shaped modern borders and architecture.
Beyond work, I enjoy tackling algorithmic challenges on LeetCode and AlgoExpert. Strong foundations in data structures and a genuine love for elegant solutions.
Recent reads and reviews
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
A modern, game‑dev‑infused novel with deeply drawn, morally grey characters. The creative partnership between Sam and Sadie feels magical—world‑building as shared meaning.
See reviewDead Man's Walk
Atmospheric and spare, with meticulous landscape detail and layered perspectives across Texans, Comanche, Apache, and Mexicans. Slow‑burn, character‑first storytelling done right.
See reviewThe Remains of the Day
A reflective meditation on dignity, devotion, and the costs of unwavering service. Subtle, philosophical, and quietly devastating—worth the slow start.
See reviewTechnical insights and life reflections
Always open to interesting conversations, collaboration opportunities, or just a friendly chat!