Nachiappan Chockalingam🇺🇸

Software Engineer at Meta

About Nachiappan Chockalingam

Software Engineer at Meta

Hello! I'm Nachi, a passionate Software Engineer with over 12 years of experience in software engineering and Machine Learning, specializing in Back-end development, AI/ML Engineering, Systems Design, and Generative AI. Throughout my career, I have successfully led product teams to create large-scale, high-impact solutions that benefit billions of users.

Currently, I am part of the Monetization Organization at Meta, where I focus on AI privacy initiatives. My role involves building scalable infrastructures that adapt to both current and future privacy regulations, ensuring we stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.

As a mentor, I have guided over 25 junior and mid-level engineers and interns, helping them enhance their technical skills and navigate their professional journeys. I bring extensive experience in conducting coding and system design interviews and coached a number of Software Engineers to help in cracking the FAANG interviews

Expertise

EngineeringAIBack-endFull stackAI/ML EngineeringSystems DesignGenerative AIProblem-solvingCritical-thinkingAI/MLCloud computingDesign systems

Sessions with Nachiappan Chockalingam

Mentorship Session (60 min): Mentorship session
Cracking Coding Interviews (FAANG) (120 min): In these mentorship sessions, gain the skills and confidence to answer challenging coding questions at FAANG like companies. I'll conduct mock interviews, provide personalized feedback, and equip you with effective interview techniques. Join this mentorship to excel in job interviews and land your desired position.
Craft Your Portfolio (120 min): In these series, we will learn to create a standout portfolio that impresses potential clients and employers. Through personalized guidance, we'll help you showcase your best work and highlight your unique skills and talents. Learn to tell a compelling story through your portfolio and present yourself as a creative force in your field. This mentorship will equip you with the tools to elevate your career and open doors to exciting opportunities.
Project Work (240 min): Want to collaborate on any project, we can work on it real time

What mentees say

“I had an outstanding experience with my mentor, who provided amazing communication and motivation throughout our session. He meticulously reviewed my resume, offering invaluable insights and suggestions, including the addition of projects on agentic AI. His extensive subject knowledge and exceptional problem-solving skills truly helped me enhance my application. I highly recommend”
Balu Bhaskar, Student at Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar

“Nachiappan is very patient and knowledgeable. He conducted a comprehensive mock interview with me from start to finish and provided constructive feedback tailored to the specific company I am preparing to interview with. The session was practical, and extremely helpful for interview preparation.”
Olivia He, Computer Science New Grad at University of British Columbia

“Had a good convo with Nachi, will book his session once again definitely.”
Sumant Warhekar, Student at Stevens Institute of Technology