Siddhant Chandgothia

Engineering Manager

Gurugram, Haryana, India12 yrs 6 mos experience
Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

  • Led high-performing teams to optimize high-availability platforms.
  • Designed fintech systems processing over 30K transactions daily.
  • Founded a successful SaaS & IoT solutions company.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech and SaaS expert with strong leadership in scalable system design.

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Skills

Core Skills

Engineering LeadershipSystem DesignScalable ArchitectureFintech EngineeringCloud & DevopsSaas Product Development

Other Skills

API Design (REST, Webhooks)API IntegrationsAPI SecurityAgile Project ManagementAndroid DevelopmentApache KafkaAutomationAutomation SolutionsC++Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)Cloud InfrastructureCloud Monitoring & Observability (CloudWatch, Grafana)Core JavaCross-Functional Team ManagementData Processing

About

I am an Engineering Manager with 11+ years of experience in Fintech, SaaS, and Cloud-native architectures, specializing in scalable system design, engineering leadership, and automation. I have led high-performing teams (15+ engineers) to build and optimize high-availability platforms, ensuring security, compliance, and performance at scale. Skills & Expertise ✅ Engineering Leadership & Strategy – Team building, stakeholder management, Agile & Scrum, technical roadmaps, and OKR execution. ✅ Cloud & DevOps – AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD, Observability, and Cloud Security. ✅ Fintech & Payments – KYC/AML compliance, fraud detection, real-time transaction processing, multi-currency payments, and API monetization. ✅ Scalable Architecture – Microservices, Event-Driven Systems, Distributed Computing, and Performance Optimization. Career Highlights 💡 Aspire (Engineering Manager) – Designed high-volume fintech systems processing 30K+ daily transactions, leading automation initiatives and developing multi-account fund transfers, cashback systems, and invoicing automation. 💡 Allbound (Engineering Lead) – Led the architecture and development of a multi-tenant SaaS PRM platform, integrating OAuth2 security, Kubernetes automation, and real-time analytics. 💡 Turtleye Tech (CTO & Co-founder) – Founded and scaled a SaaS & IoT solutions company, delivering AI-driven analytics, fintech automation, and cloud-based platforms across multiple industries, from energy & healthcare to mobility & e-commerce. 💡 Tata Consultancy Services (Systems Engineer) – Optimized global banking payment systems for Deutsche Bank, ensuring multi-million-dollar transactions across 19 countries, reducing support escalations by 30% through automation. I am passionate about scaling engineering teams, optimizing software delivery, and leveraging automation & AI to drive efficiency and innovation. Always open to networking, discussing technology, and exploring leadership opportunities in fintech & SaaS. 🚀 Let’s connect!

Experience

Aspire

Engineering Manager

Oct 2024Present · 1 yr 5 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · Hybrid

  • Technical Leadership & Architecture : Designed and optimized system architectures for scalable, high-volume fintech solutions. Led key
  • product enhancements in collaboration with the Platform team to drive growth and stability.
  • Project & Stakeholder Management : Led cross-functional initiatives, coordinating with product managers, business stakeholders, and platform
  • teams to drive delivery excellence.
  • Team Management & Leadership : Managed a team of 12 developers and 4 QA engineers , overseeing performance reviews, OKR tracking, and
  • career growth through 1:1s and mentoring.
  • Engineering Excellence : Actively contributed to PHP Laravel development, driving QA automation , unit testing , and process improvements in
  • Jira for better ticket and sprint management.
  • Process Optimization & Automation : Spearheaded the adoption of ChatGPT and Copilot for engineering eGiciency, enhancing code quality and
  • developer productivity
Engineering LeadershipSystem ArchitecturePHP LaravelQA AutomationSystem Design

Allbound

2 roles

Lead Software Engineer

Apr 2023Sep 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos

  • Led the development of a global SaaS-based Partner Relationship Management (PRM) platform, automating partner ecosystems for enterprise clients, ensuring scalability and efficient user management.
  • Integrated external Learning Management Systems (LMS) to synchronize data, automate certification processes, and provide real-time dashboards, improving enterprise training efficiency.
  • Ensured multi-tenant SaaS security through OAuth2-based API communication, RBAC, and robust data encryption protocols, preventing unauthorized access to sensitive data.
  • Led cross-functional teams in Agile project management, system architecture planning, and HLD/LLD creation, while mentoring engineers and aligning technical execution with business objectives.
  • Currently working on migration of the platform from PHP to a .NET, SQL Server, and Azure-based stack post-merger, managing data and feature migration, and driving strategic planning to ensure a seamless transition.
SaaS DevelopmentOAuth2 SecurityAgile Project ManagementCloud & DevOpsSaaS Product Development

Senior Software Engineer

Mar 2022Jun 2023 · 1 yr 3 mos

  • Architected and implemented microservices-based architecture using Lumen and Node.js, integrated with secure APIs, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS, significantly enhancing system performance and reliability.
  • Spearheaded the design and development of an automated PartnerPlan system, enabling real-time tracking, goal management, and historical data analysis for global businesses.
  • Developed and launched a comprehensive training and certification platform, automating user progress tracking, certificate issuance, and expiration management across devices.
Microservices ArchitectureNode.jsDockerKubernetesScalable ArchitectureCloud & DevOps

Turtleye tech

Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder

Sep 2015Mar 2022 · 6 yrs 6 mos · Kolkata, West Bengal, India · On-site

  • Founded and built the company from the ground up, overseeing everything from technical infrastructure to business strategy.
  • Led a team of 20+ developers and content creators, managing project lifecycles from requirement gathering to delivery and post-launch support.
  • Architected and developed complex IoT, mobile, and web-based software solutions, handling system architecture, cloud infrastructure, and API integrations.
  • Actively contributed to hands-on coding and development, while managing client communications and gathering requirements for custom applications.
  • Managed parallel project execution, ensuring timely delivery across multiple domains, including eCommerce, IoT, SaaS platforms, and FinTech solutions.
  • Key Highlights & Achievements
  • Delivered over 20 custom software solutions, including mobile apps, IoT-driven systems, and cloud-based platforms
  • Developed a cutting-edge IoT-powered grain analyzer, reducing processing time by 80% and achieving industry-leading accuracy for real-time quality grading.
  • Built a nationwide education search engine, enabling millions of users to find schools and tutors based on age and educational background, integrating advanced recommendation systems.
  • Designed and deployed a real-time data aggregation platform for a UK-based company, managing massive IoT data volumes and improving processing efficiency using microservices and automated queues.
  • Created a ride-sharing app deployed in multiple international markets, featuring real-time vehicle tracking, dynamic route mapping, and multi-region payment gateway integrations.
  • Led the development of a Smart OPD system during the COVID-19 pandemic, facilitating remote doctor consultations, medical report management, and secure in-app payments.
  • Built a comprehensive eCommerce platform rivaling major competitors, integrating product management, order tracking, custom workflows, and payment gateways.
IoT SolutionsCloud InfrastructureAPI IntegrationsSaaS Product DevelopmentEngineering Leadership

Tata consultancy services

Assistant Systems Engineer & Team-Lead

Sep 2013Sep 2015 · 2 yrs · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Worked on the L3 development and L2 support for Deutsche Bank’s global payment system, managing critical financial transactions across 19 countries and multiple time zones.
  • Developed automation solutions to streamline support operations, reducing manual tasks and improving system efficiency.
  • Led a cross-functional team in managing task scheduling, project planning, and deployment of payment system features, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and project goals.
  • Authored novel code for investigating and resolving production issues, reducing downtime and improving transaction flow across the system.
  • Communicated with international clients to handle support requests, system updates, and production issues, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented automation to optimize data migration processes, ensuring smooth system updates and minimizing disruptions.
  • Key Highlights & Achievements:
  • Promoted to Team Lead within 6 months of joining, taking charge of L3 development and L2 support for Deutsche Bank’s high-volume payment processing system.
  • Developed automation that reduced support tickets by 20%, improving system reliability and enabling faster resolution of production issues.
  • Created code that enabled quick identification of transaction flow errors, significantly reducing time to resolution and enhancing system stability.
  • Led the automation of key manual processes, increasing operational efficiency and reducing error rates across production systems.
  • Managed cross-country client communications, providing real-time updates and support across 6 time zones and maintaining high customer satisfaction.
  • Led the successful data migration and deployment of system updates, ensuring seamless transfer of financial data with zero downtime.
Payment SystemsAutomation SolutionsCross-Functional Team ManagementFintech EngineeringCloud & DevOps

Education

Heritage Institute of Technology

Bachelor’s Degree — Information Technology

Jan 2009Jan 2013

Don Bosco School Park Circus

High School — Computer Science

Jan 1997Jan 2009

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