Rahul Panchal

CTO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India14 yrs 3 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

14 years of software development experience
Expert in cross-platform application development
Leader in video technology innovations

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS expert with a strong focus on cross-platform development and video technology.

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Skills

Core Skills

Cross-platform DevelopmentVideo TechnologyAndroid DevelopmentGame DevelopmentMobile Applications

Other Skills

.NET FrameworkAd InsertionArchitecture DesignC#CSAIClean ArchitectureDRMData StructuresDependency InjectionDesign PatternsELMFunctional ProgrammingJSONJavaLive Video Streaming

About

With 14 years of experience in software development across product-based companies, I specialize in building and scaling high-performance applications across mobile, web, and TV platforms. Currently, as AVP - Technology at FanCode, I lead a team of 16+ frontend engineers, driving cutting-edge innovations in mobile apps, TV apps, and web platforms. I focus on delivering seamless user experiences, optimizing video technology, and enhancing performance at scale. Expertise & Impact ✔ Cross-Platform Development – Led the development of React Native, Android, iOS, Web TV (Samsung/LG), and TV apps (Firestick, JIOSTB, Android TV) ✔ Video Technology – Built Video Player SDKs with advanced DRM, token authentication, SSAI/CSAI ad insertion. ✔ Scalability & Performance – Architected highly scalable solutions, reducing video startup time, buffering, and enhancing error resilience ✔ Leadership & Strategy – Driving engineering excellence, mentoring teams, and aligning tech with business goals Career Highlights 🔹 FanCode (6+ years) – Spearheading video tech, frontend SDKs, and multi-platform app development 🔹 Dream11 – Designed and developed the Dream11 Android app architecture 🔹 Snapdeal – Engineered high-performance MVVM-based Android applications 🔹 ShepHertz & Mango Tech – Developed real-time multiplayer gaming engines and Windows Phone/Android apps

Experience

14 yrs 3 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 10 mos

Average Tenure

7 yrs 9 mos

Current Experience

Fancode

3 roles

AVP - Technology (Mobile Apps | Web | TV Apps | Video Tech)

Promoted

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

Leadership Role: As AVP at FanCode, I lead a dynamic frontend team of 20 skilled engineers, reporting directly to the CTO, and steering strategic initiatives to drive technological excellence across platforms.
Cross-Platform Expertise: I oversee the development of robust applications, including:
Mobile Apps: Android and iOS apps built on React Native, ensuring seamless user experience.
TV Apps: Cutting-edge Android TV, Firestick, and JIOSTB apps catering to diverse audience needs.
Web TV: High-performance web apps for Samsung and LG smart TVs.
Web Platforms: Feature-rich FanCode Content and FanCode Shop platforms for mobile and desktop.
FanCode React Native and Native SDKs: Advanced video player solutions leveraging AVPlayer (iOS) and ExoPlayer (Android), powering partners like Dream11 and CREX.
Video Technology: Lead Video Player SDK development, focusing on:
Ad insertion for Live Streams and VOD content.
Advanced piracy solutions like DRM and token authentication.
Performance optimization, reducing video startup time and buffering.
Comprehensive error handling for seamless user experiences.
Vision and Impact: My work bridges innovation and scalability, ensuring FanCode stays ahead in delivering immersive, engaging, and reliable digital solutions across multiple platforms.
Collaboration and Growth: With a sharp focus on teamwork and innovation, I nurture a culture of excellence, empowering my team to push boundaries and deliver cutting-edge solutions that delight users and partners.