Mahesh Sharma

CTO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India10 yrs 3 mos experience

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Key Highlights

Architected AI-driven SaaS platforms for education.
Led development of cross-platform mobile applications.
Delivered immersive VR educational simulations.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and EdTech expert with strong capabilities in AI-driven product development and gamification.

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Skills

Core Skills

Saas Platform DevelopmentAi-powered Product DevelopmentMobile App DevelopmentSaas DevelopmentGamificationGame DevelopmentEdtech DevelopmentVr Development

Other Skills

3D AnimationAIAI/MLAPI TestingARKitAWSAWS LambdaAds MediationAnalyticsAndroid StudioAppsflyerBranch.ioC#CardboardCleverTap

About

I’m a technology leader and hands-on developer with deep experience in building AI-powered, scalable SaaS platforms and mobile applications that deliver real impact. As the CTO of an EdTech company, I’ve architected and launched multiple learning platforms, gamified apps, and intelligent systems that engage thousands of students across devices. I bring a full-stack perspective to every project — from front-end experience design to backend scalability — combining Unity3D, MERN Stack (MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js), Redis, Elasticsearch, Firebase, and AWS Lambda to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions. 💡 What I Do: - Design and develop SaaS-based platforms with AI-driven personalization - Build cross-platform mobile applications (Android, iOS, Web) - Create interactive games and immersive learning experiences using Unity3D - Architect scalable backend systems using Redis, Elasticsearch, and AWS Lambda - Integrate AI/ML models for automation, insights, and smart recommendations - Lead teams and manage complete product lifecycles — from idea to launch 🌐 I’m open to freelancing, consulting, and leadership roles where I can contribute to building intelligent, scalable, and high-impact digital products. Let’s collaborate to turn ideas into successful products 🚀

Experience

Stepapp

3 roles

Chief Technology Officer

Promoted

Mar 2022 – Present · 4 yrs · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About the Role:
As the CTO, I lead technology strategy and product development across web, mobile, and AI-powered platforms. My role bridges hands-on engineering with high-level architecture, ensuring every product we build is scalable, secure, and impactful.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
🧠 Architected AI-driven SaaS platforms for education and assessment, integrating personalized learning paths, performance analytics, and adaptive content delivery.
📱 Led mobile app development (Android & iOS) from concept to deployment using React Native and Unity3D — achieving seamless cross-platform performance.
⚙️ Built end-to-end product infrastructure using MERN stack, Redis, Elasticsearch, Firebase, and AWS Lambda for high scalability and uptime.
☁️ Designed serverless, event-driven architecture with AWS Lambda and job queues to optimize performance and reduce operational costs.
🎮 Developed interactive games and AR-based learning modules in Unity3D, enhancing engagement and retention.
🔍 Integrated AI/ML models for automation, recommendation systems, and intelligent insights — improving decision-making and user personalization.
🚀 Scaled systems to handle tens of thousands of active users, implementing monitoring, caching, and load balancing strategies.
🧩 Collaborated with cross-functional teams (design, product, marketing) to translate ideas into full-fledged digital solutions.
🔒 Ensured data security, analytics integration, and DevOps automation, maintaining continuous delivery pipelines.
Key Technologies:
Unity3D, React.js, Node.js, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch, Firebase, AWS Lambda, Cloud Functions, AI/ML, React Native, SaaS Platforms, REST APIs, Serverless Architecture
Impact:
✅ Delivered scalable platforms that supported thousands of concurrent learners.
✅ Reduced infrastructure costs by implementing serverless compute and caching layers.
✅ Improved engagement metrics via AI-based personalization and gamification.

Unity3DReact.jsNode.jsMongoDBRedisElasticsearch+10

Director Of Engineering

Promoted

Jan 2020 – Mar 2022 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About the Role:
As Director of Engineering, I was responsible for transforming product ideas into fully functional, scalable systems. I managed full-stack development, infrastructure, and technical leadership across multiple projects.
Key Contributions:
Led end-to-end development of SaaS and mobile applications from architecture to deployment.
Built robust backend systems using Node.js, MongoDB, Redis, and AWS to ensure performance and reliability.
Introduced AI and data analytics pipelines for insights and adaptive learning capabilities.
Spearheaded mobile-first strategies, developing apps with React Native and Unity3D.
Implemented cloud-native solutions using AWS Lambda and Firebase to support scalability and fast iteration.
Standardized development processes, CI/CD pipelines, and team workflows for faster product delivery.
Collaborated with product and design teams to align technology with business goals.
Recruited, mentored, and scaled a high-performing engineering team.
Key Technologies:
MERN Stack, Unity3D, AWS, Firebase, Redis, Elasticsearch, AI/ML, React Native, SaaS Development, Cloud Infrastructure
Impact:
✅ Successfully delivered multiple AI-integrated EdTech platforms.
✅ Scaled systems to support high user concurrency and low-latency performance.
✅ Improved development speed and collaboration across teams.
✅ Paved the foundation for technology evolution leading to the CTO role.

Node.jsMongoDBRedisAWSAIReact Native+4

Unity3D Head

Sep 2018 – Jan 2020 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

About the Role:
As the Head of Unity3D, I led the design and development of gamified learning applications for the EdTech platform. I focused on creating engaging, interactive, and scalable game-based learning experiences for students while ensuring smooth integration with backend systems.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
🎮 Led the development of interactive gamified learning apps using Unity3D, enhancing student engagement and retention.
🧩 Designed game mechanics, UI/UX interactions, and progression systems aligned with educational objectives.
⚙️ Integrated mobile apps with backend systems using MERN Stack, Firebase, Redis, and APIs for real-time data tracking.
☁️ Implemented scalable solutions to handle thousands of concurrent learners across mobile platforms.
🔍 Collaborated with AI/ML engineers to incorporate adaptive learning features and personalized recommendations into gamified experiences.
📱 Ensured cross-platform compatibility (iOS & Android) and smooth performance on a variety of devices.
🏆 Mentored a team of Unity3D developers, providing guidance on best practices and optimization techniques.
🚀 Delivered multiple game modules on time, contributing to the overall product roadmap for the EdTech platform.
Key Technologies:
Unity3D, C#, Firebase, React Native, Node.js, MongoDB, Redis, AI/ML Integration, Mobile App Development, Gamification, Cloud Architecture
Impact:
✅ Increased student engagement via gamified learning modules.
✅ Delivered scalable, cross-platform Unity3D apps integrated with SaaS backend.
✅ Laid the foundation for full product architecture that later evolved into SaaS and AI-powered platforms.
✅ Built and mentored a high-performing gamification development team.

Unity3DC#FirebaseReact NativeNode.jsMongoDB+3

Boredleaders

Fractional CTO

Jan 2022 – Apr 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos · Delhi, India

About the Role:
As Fractional CTO, I led the end-to-end development of a lightweight multiplayer Mahabharata-themed game, overseeing both technical architecture and product delivery. I designed the front-end gameplay in Unity3D and integrated it with a scalable Firebase backend while implementing monetization strategies.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
🎮 Developed multiplayer gameplay in Unity3D with smooth performance and engaging user experience.
⚡ Built a lightweight, optimized game targeting multiple platforms, ensuring fast loading and low device resource usage.
☁️ Integrated Firebase backend for real-time multiplayer synchronization, user authentication, and analytics.
💰 Implemented monetization systems including Google IAP (in-app purchases) and Ads mediation for revenue generation.
🔄 Managed end-to-end product development, from game design and architecture to deployment and maintenance.
🏗️ Designed scalable backend and client-server communication for multiplayer interactions.
🔍 Monitored performance and user metrics to optimize gameplay and retention.
🧩 Mentored a small team of developers and guided technical decisions for architecture and best practices.
Key Technologies:
Unity3D, C#, Firebase, Real-Time Multiplayer, Google IAP, Ads Mediation, Mobile Game Development, Cloud Backend, Multiplayer Architecture
Impact:
✅ Delivered a fully functional lightweight multiplayer Mahabharata game with monetization and analytics.
✅ Ensured smooth cross-device performance for mobile users.
✅ Implemented scalable Firebase backend supporting multiple concurrent players.
✅ Enhanced user engagement and retention with gamified mechanics and real-time multiplayer features.

Unity3DC#FirebaseGoogle IAPAds MediationGame Development

Kitmek

Consulting CTO

Oct 2021 – Feb 2022 · 4 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India

About the Role:
As Consulting CTO, I provided technical leadership and end-to-end development guidance for a kids’ metaverse learning platform. The project combined gamification, mobile engagement, and scalable backend systems to deliver interactive learning experiences for children.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
🎮 Led end-to-end development strategy for an educational kids’ metaverse game using Unity3D.
⚡ Built a lightweight, mobile-optimized client for smooth performance on Android and iOS.
☁️ Integrated Firebase backend for authentication, cloud storage, analytics, and real-time interactions.
💰 Implemented monetization features including Ads mediation and Google IAP while keeping the focus on age-appropriate content.
🏗️ Advised on scalable architecture, system optimization, and best practices for EdTech applications.
🔍 Leveraged analytics to improve engagement, retention, and learning outcomes.
🧩 Guided development teams on technical decisions, workflow optimization, and product strategy aligned with educational objectives.
Key Technologies:
Unity3D, C#, Firebase, Google IAP, Ads Mediation, Mobile App Development, Cloud Backend, Analytics, Gamification, Educational Metaverse
Impact:
✅ Delivered a scalable, interactive learning platform for kids with gamified learning experiences.
✅ Ensured smooth cross-device performance on mobile platforms.
✅ Helped optimize learning engagement and retention using analytics and gamification.
✅ Guided the team to faster product launch with scalable backend and polished UX.

Unity3DC#FirebaseGoogle IAPAds MediationEdTech Development

Quytech - mobile apps | ai | ar | vr | blockchain | gaming

Senior Unity Developer

Dec 2017 – Sep 2018 · 9 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · Hybrid

About the Role:
Led the end-to-end development of multiple projects including VR-based industrial walkthroughs and a multiplayer Teen Patti card game. Oversaw architecture, development, deployment, and integration of scalable systems across web, mobile, and VR platforms.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
🏭 Developed VR-based industrial walkthrough modules for training, simulation, and remote inspection.
🎮 Created a real-time multiplayer Teen Patti card game with secure backend, matchmaking, and payment integration.
⚡ Designed lightweight and optimized VR experiences for industrial applications.
☁️ Built backend systems for multiplayer game using Firebase, cloud functions, and analytics.
💰 Integrated monetization systems (Google IAP, Ads mediation) for the card game.
🧩 Collaborated with clients, designers, and engineers to deliver customized enterprise and consumer solutions.
🔍 Monitored performance, scalability, and analytics to improve engagement and reliability.
🚀 Mentored development teams and established best practices for VR, mobile, and multiplayer development.
Key Technologies:
Unity3D, C#, VR (Oculus / HTC Vive / Mobile VR), Firebase, Multiplayer Architecture, Mobile Game Development, Cloud Backend, Google IAP, Ads Mediation
Impact:
✅ Delivered interactive VR industrial walkthroughs for enterprise clients, improving training and visualization.
✅ Successfully launched multiplayer Teen Patti card game with real-time gameplay and monetization.
✅ Implemented scalable backend and analytics for both VR and multiplayer applications.
✅ Enhanced team capabilities and established robust development workflows.

Unity3DC#FirebaseVRGoogle IAPAds Mediation+1

Veative labs

Sr unity developer

Jan 2016 – Sep 2018 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

About the Role / Project:
Developed immersive VR-based educational simulation modules for students, combining interactive learning, gamification, and real-world scenario simulations. These modules helped students understand complex concepts through visual and experiential learning.
Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
🥽 Designed and developed VR simulations using Unity3D for educational purposes.
🎮 Created interactive, engaging modules that allowed students to explore concepts in a virtual environment.
⚙️ Integrated with existing EdTech platforms using Firebase and cloud backend for analytics and progress tracking.
🔍 Implemented analytics and performance tracking to monitor student engagement and learning outcomes.
🧩 Collaborated with instructional designers and educators to ensure content alignment with curriculum goals.
🚀 Optimized modules for cross-platform VR devices ensuring smooth performance and accessibility.
Key Technologies:
Unity3D, VR (Oculus / HTC Vive / Mobile VR), Firebase, Cloud Backend, Analytics, Educational Gamification
Impact:
✅ Delivered immersive learning experiences that improved student understanding of complex concepts.
✅ Enabled interactive experimentation in VR, increasing engagement and retention.
✅ Scalable modules integrated with existing EdTech systems for analytics and reporting.