As the Director of Engineering at Benthonlabs, I lead a dynamic and talented team of about 80 members. In this role, I am a key member of the leadership team, responsible for steering the overall technical vision, strategy, and execution of our projects.Leadership and Team Management:I provide strategic direction to our development, DevOps, and QA teams, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficient workflows, emphasizing on fostering a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and excellence, contributing to the professional growth of our team members.Customer Engagement and Business Development:End-to-end customer satisfaction is at the core of my responsibilities. I actively engage with clients, understanding their needs, and translating them into robust engineering solutions. My role extends beyond technical leadership to encompass business development, where I lead efforts to bring new businesses onboard, cultivating long-term partnerships and ensuring the delivery of high-quality products.Strategic Planning and Execution:In collaboration with the leadership team, I contribute to strategic planning and decision-making, aligning engineering efforts with business goals. This involves overseeing the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation to delivery, and ensuring our solutions meet the highest standards of quality.Cross-Functional Collaboration:I foster a culture of collaboration, ensuring seamless communication and alignment across cross-functional teams. By cultivating strong partnerships with product management, sales, and other stakeholders, we create an environment that maximizes efficiency.Continuous Improvement and Technical Excellence:Committed to staying at the forefront of technology, I advocate for continuous improvement and the adoption of best practices within our engineering processes. This includes staying informed about emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies that can enhance our product development lifecycle.

At Copperwire Systems, I served as a key contributor in the development of Track and Trace application, harnessing the power of Hyperledger blockchain technology to transform supply chain management. In this role, I played a crucial part in architecting innovative solutions that ensured end-to-end visibility and integrity throughout the supply chain.Hyperledger Blockchain Implementation:As a member of the team, I led the creation of a robust Hyperledger blockchain cluster on AWS, establishing a secure and scalable foundation for Copperwire's Track and Trace application. This endeavor involved deploying cutting-edge technologies to deliver a transparent and tamper-resistant supply chain management system.Track and Trace Application:I actively contributed to the development of Copperwire's Track and Trace application, a solution that redefined how businesses manage their supply chains. Through the implementation of Hyperledger blockchain-based certificates, we provided customers with a secure and verifiable chain of custody—from supplier to end-user—ensuring authenticity and transparency at every step.Eth.Bld Low-Code Platform and Blockchain Automation:My role extended to working with the eth.bld low-code platform, where I spearheaded efforts to automate the generation of blockchain REST APIs. Leveraging eth.bld's capabilities, I facilitated the seamless integration of widgets into the application, enhancing user experience and functionality.Proofs of Concept (POCs) on ERC20 and ERC721:Demonstrating a commitment to staying on the cutting edge of blockchain technologies, I successfully led the implementation of Proof of Concepts (POCs) on ERC20 and ERC721 standards. My time at Copperwire Systems was marked by a dedication to learning and using blockchain technology its usage in supply chain management. I look forward to further exploration and innovation in the dynamic field of blockchain and decentralized technologies.

At Ciena, I took on the role of Technical Lead within the Network Control and Planning (MCP) solution, leading initiatives that played a pivotal role in advancing network technologies and orchestrating seamless network control and planning functionalities.Technical Leadership in Network Control and Planning (MCP):As a Technical Lead, I spearheaded critical projects within Ciena's MCP solution, steering the development and enhancement of cutting-edge network control and planning functionalities. My leadership role involved collaborating with cross-functional teams to architect robust solutions that optimized network performance and reliability.Innovative Solutions for Network Optimization:Leading a team of talented engineers, I played a key role in designing and implementing innovative solutions aimed at optimizing network control and planning processes. This included leveraging the latest advancements in networking technologies to enhance the capabilities of Ciena's MCP solution, ensuring it remained at the forefront of industry standards.Collaborative Cross-Functional Engagement:My position involved active collaboration with various teams, including product management, software development, and quality assurance, to ensure alignment with strategic objectives. This collaborative approach facilitated the successful integration of new features and enhancements, contributing to the continuous evolution of Ciena's network solutions.Contributions to Ciena's Vision:My tenure at Ciena was marked by a commitment to advancing the vision of the company in the networking domain. Through my technical leadership, I played a vital role in shaping and delivering solutions that empowered network operators and planners to navigate the evolving landscape of telecommunications.

At Qualcomm India Pvt Limited, I served as a Senior Lead Engineer, steering transformative initiatives and leveraging my expertise in a diverse range of technologies. Overseeing pivotal projects, I played a key role in shaping advanced solutions at the intersection of AWS cloud, DevOps, IoT security, and wireless audio chipsets.AWS Cloud-Based DevOps and CI/CD:As the Senior Lead Engineer, I orchestrated the implementation of robust DevOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) solutions, harnessing the full capabilities of AWS cloud services. My leadership ensured the creation of scalable, efficient, and automated development workflows, optimizing the software delivery lifecycle.Device Trust Store AWS IoT Certificate Provisioning:At the helm, I designed and executed a secure AWS IoT certificate provisioning solution for the device trust store. This pivotal project demanded strategic oversight to seamlessly integrate AWS IoT services, establishing a secure foundation for device communication within the IoT ecosystem.BLE-Based Audio Chipset:Guiding the development team, I contributed significantly to the creation of a state-of-the-art BLE-based audio chipset. This cutting-edge project showcased Qualcomm's commitment to innovation in the audio domain, and my leadership ensured the successful integration of Bluetooth Low Energy for advanced audio capabilities.In my role as a Senior Lead Engineer, I brought to bear a diverse skill set, including proficiency in AWS services, Java, Python, Node.js, and Jenkins. My strategic use of these technologies aligned with industry best practices, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within the team.My tenure at Qualcomm was characterized by a relentless pursuit of technological advancement and leadership in driving impactful solutions. It led to fruitful insights in the dynamic landscape of cloud, IoT, and wireless technologies.

At SiRF Technology, Inc , a trailblazer in location technology later acquired by CSR Technologies, I played a pivotal role as a Software Developer, specializing in geospatial solutions , mapping and BLE technologies. I was involved in diverse and impactful projects, showcasing my skills in the realm of BLE and location-based services.Map Tiling Server:Spearheaded the development of a map tiling server, contributing to the seamless generation and delivery of map tiles for location-based applications.ve geospatial experience.GeoAgent Server for Geofencing:I took a lead role in designing and implementing a GeoAgent server, which played a crucial role in creating geofences and alerting users in the event of fence violations. Delhi Integrated Multimodal Transit System (DIMTS) Project: I successfully delivered a project for the Delhi Integrated Multimodal Transit System (DIMTS). I implemented a GeoAgent server for bus tracking, significantly improving the accuracy of bus locations and providing real-time Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) information at bus stops. TBLE Products for Indoor Location:I led the development of BLE-based solutions for indoor location services, harnessing the power of Bluetooth technology to create precise and reliable positioning systems.CSRmesh IoT Solution:Key member of the development of CSRmesh, an advanced IoT solution that utilized Bluetooth mesh networking. This groundbreaking technology allowed for scalable and resilient connectivity, enabling seamless communication between a multitude of devices. Retalisense:A retail product that integrated BLE beacons and an iOS app for item tracking within a retail store. This innovative solution not only demonstrated my proficiency in BLE technology My time at SiRF and CSR plc was marked by a commitment to pushing the boundaries of Location and BLE technology and developing solutions that have a tangible impact.

During my enriching three-year tenure at GlobalLogic, I embarked on a journey of professional growth and hands-on learning. Joining as a fresher, I quickly became an integral part of dynamic project teams for Java and J2EE. In my role at GlobalLogic, I had the opportunity to get a feel of the industry and work for customers including Broadsoft,Mobio amd SiRF technologies, successfully designing and implementing robust Java-based solutions and significantly improving the performance and scalability of critical applications