Naresh Thakur

About Naresh Thakur

I am a technology leader with 14 years of experience, specializing in JavaScript, Python, AI, and ML. I am passionate about leading teams to solve complex problems and deliver value through innovative solutions. My strategic thinking and effective communication skills enable me to translate business objectives into technical solutions. I am committed to driving innovation and delivering quality results, whether by building new systems or optimizing existing ones. I take a long-term view of business sustainability and prioritize delivery, quality, and sound decision-making to achieve success. As a people leader, I excel at recruiting, hiring, retaining, and motivating high-performing engineering teams. I prioritize talent development and leverage my expertise in technology strategy, emerging technologies and trends, and technology infrastructure to ensure efficient operations. I am skilled in managing technology projects, teams, budgets, and compliance, while mitigating risks. I am passionate about leveraging data and analytics to inform decision-making and driving innovation. As a Head of Engineering, I am committed to developing and executing technology strategies that drive business growth and create measurable value.

Experience

1. Head of Engineering

   Grazitti Interactive

   Jun 2021 — Present

   Technical Roadmap Development: Lead the development of the technical roadmap for SearchUnify, ensuring alignment with the company\'s vision and business goals. Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI and ML technologies to drive innovation and enhance the product\'s capabilities. Decision Making: Make informed and strategic decisions regarding technology selection, architecture, and implementation to ensure the scalability, performance, and reliability of the SearchUnify platform. Evaluate and adopt emerging AI and ML techniques that can provide a competitive edge. Product Delivery and Quality Assurance: Oversee the end-to-end product delivery process, ensuring timely and high-quality releases. Define and implement robust quality assurance processes, including code reviews, testing strategies, and deployment methodologies, to maintain product excellence. Research and Innovation: Promote a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the engineering team. Encourage exploration of new AI and ML technologies, tools, and frameworks that can enhance the product\'s features, performance, and user experience. Technical Leadership: Provide technical expertise, guidance, and support to the engineering team. Foster a culture of technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and professional growth. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in AI, ML, and software engineering. Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of the SearchUnify platform, ensuring scalability, responsiveness, and efficient resource utilization. Identify areas for improvement and drive initiatives to enhance system performance and user satisfaction. Collaboration with Stakeholders: Collaborate with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and internal teams, to understand their needs, gather feedback, and align the technical roadmap accordingly. Build strong relationships and ensure customer satisfaction.

Education

• Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar

  B.Tech

  2005 — 2009