Mohammed Saifuddin
Bangalore
Summary
Seasoned professional with over 14 years of comprehensive experience in Mobile
and Backend technologies, coupled with over 4 years of dedicated leadership
as an Engineering Manager. Proficient in the intricacies of mobile application
development, backend systems architecture, and cross-functional team
leadership, I have consistently delivered innovative solutions that drive business
growth and enhance user experiences. My expertise spans the full software
development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to deployment and
maintenance. With a strong foundation in both technical proficiency and
managerial acumen, I excel in fostering collaborative environments, driving
technical excellence, and delivering impactful results. Adept at navigating
complex challenges, I thrive in dynamic environments where innovation and
continuous improvement are paramount.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineering Manager
Licious
03.2022 - 01.2024
- I lead and manage the engineering team to deliver high-quality software solutions
- I oversee a team of 32 engineers, including 1 Engineering Manager and 2 Leads, organized into 3 PODs
- I focus on enhancing the Consumer Experience Journey
- Over the past 2 years, I have spearheaded major initiatives:
- Revamped the entire Frontend App (iOS, Android, Web) with elegant design and improved customer experience, integrating a Back-end Driven UI for targeted customers
- Restructured the Back-end system for enhanced customer experience, transitioning from 2 monolithic services to a Microservice architecture, resulting in streamlined processes and significantly improved system uptime
- Established team structures, Agile processes, and Release procedures, effectively managing project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products
- Collaborated with Product Management and executive leadership to define product roadmaps and strategies
- Implemented Best Practices for Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD)
- Provide strategic direction and guidance to the team, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives
- Oversee the development process and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards
- Communicate with stakeholders to provide project updates and address any concerns or issues
- Checkout transformation from multi-page to single-page checkout, resulting in a 6.5% increase in checkout to payment conversion
- Payment Improvements which led payment O2C reduction by ~50%
- App stability improved from 92% to 99.98%
- System availability improved to 99.9%.
Engineering Manager
Gojek
Bangalore
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Led two teams: Growth platform and iOS Driver App, comprising backend, mobile, and QA specialists
- Owned the Growth Initiative, integrating revenue-boosting features like
- Vouchers and Promotions
- Managed end-to-end release of GoClub, a critical transport program, from requirements gathering to post-release metrics
- Implemented Agile methodologies, enhancing collaboration and communication across teams
- Architected scalable software solutions to support organizational products
- Established a culture of transparency and trust, improving team morale and productivity
Lead Software Engineer
Ola Cabs, ANI Technologies Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
05.2015 - 12.2018
- During my tenure at Ola, a prominent ride-hailing app, I managed a 12-member iOS team
- Responsibilities included overseeing all release and Sprint-related activities, mentoring junior members, and enhancing the After Booking experience
- Notably, I introduced the LIVE Tracking feature, led the rewrite of the entire app, and integrated key features like Ola Play and Ola Share
- I also played a central role in migrating Objective C code to Swift and developing the Ola Driver
- App within a tight 25-day deadline.
Senior Software Engineer
DailyHunt, Verse Innovation Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
07.2013 - 04.2015
- At Verse Innovation, I played a key role in transforming Daily Hunt, a news and books app with 75+ million users and 2+ billion monthly page views
- Notable accomplishments include setting up the iOS team, overhauling the app for iPad with a fresh layout, and re-architecting the platform to integrate new sections like books
- Additionally, I led the development of the ebooks section, introducing a full-fledged eReader and library from scratch.
Senior Software
Happiest Minds Technologies
Bangalore
12.2011 - 06.2013
- During my tenure at Happiest Minds, I led the development of impactful projects including the ESPNCricinfo iOS app, PGA Tour website enhancements, JustDial app improvements, and collaboration on the Kipp Report app for the UAE market.
Software Engineer
Permeative Technologies Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
06.2010 - 12.2011
- At Permeative Technologies, I independently developed several projects from scratch
- These include: Mumbai Masala (Android), Reminder App (Android)
- Youtube Reloaded (Android)
Education
BE -
Atria Institute of Technology
Skills
- Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Mobile Engineering
- Product Development
- Back-End Technologies
- IOS
- Android
- Strategic Direction
- Managing Cross-Functional
- Teams
- Project Delivery
- Languages
- Hindi
- English
Additional Information
- Recognition and Awards , Super Star for Outstanding Performance & Excellence, Bangalore January 2023 — August 2024 Licious Best Team Award, , Bangalore January 2017 — November 2017 Ola Cabs Runner Up In State Level Engineering College Tournament, Bangalore February 2008 — March 2008 College
Timeline
Senior Engineering Manager
Licious
03.2022 - 01.2024
Engineering Manager
Gojek
01.2019 - 03.2022
Lead Software Engineer
Ola Cabs, ANI Technologies Pvt Ltd
05.2015 - 12.2018
Senior Software Engineer
DailyHunt, Verse Innovation Pvt Ltd
07.2013 - 04.2015
Senior Software
Happiest Minds Technologies
12.2011 - 06.2013
Software Engineer
Permeative Technologies Pvt Ltd
06.2010 - 12.2011
BE -
Atria Institute of Technology
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