Praveen Sonare

CTO

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore15 yrs 5 mos experience
AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • Led development of AI-powered financing platform reducing processing time by 80%.
  • Developed trading platform enhancing operational efficiency across APAC.
  • Engineered interactive solutions for media enhancing user experience.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech and Media technology expert with strong leadership in AI and software development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technology LeadershipArtificial Intelligence (ai)Machine LearningLeadershipEmbedded SoftwareSystem ArchitectureTradingTechnical Product ManagementMultimedia DevelopmentSoftware DevelopmentEdaProduct DevelopmentMultimedia Framework

Other Skills

AWS IoTAlgorithm DesignAlgorithm DevelopmentAlgorithmsAmazon Web Services (AWS)Back-End Web DevelopmentBattery Electric Vehicle (BEV)C (Programming Language)C#C++CAN busCameraCodecsComputer VisionCreative Problem Solving

About

Technology enthusiast, responsible for developing and delivering innovation as a product and solution. Built and operated mission-critical software and services resulting in customer-focused outcomes in a fast-paced environment with strong technical, excellent architecture, and communication skills. Successfully delivered frameworks for embedded devices, cloud solution (PaaS) for media editing software, Advertise replacement solutions for ~50M customer devices (2018), etc. Successful as an individual contributor as well as a team leader to deliver high-performance(low latency) products.

Experience

15 yrs 5 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 11 mos
Average Tenure
2 yrs 2 mos
Current Experience

Refy

Chief Technology Officer

Apr 2024Present · 2 yrs 2 mos · Singapore, Singapore · Hybrid

  • Led development of AI-powered project financing platform that reduced deal processing time by 80% through automation of due diligence, risk assessment, document processing, and document preparation workflows.
  • Technical Leadership & Hands-on Development:
  • ● Architected an AI-Agentic financing platform using LLMs, RAG, embeddings, prediction model, and vector databases to automate workflows
  • ● Pioneered cutting-edge multi-agent systems that handle investor queries, document generation, and automated risk assessment within a unified intelligent ecosystem
  • ● Developed NLP solutions using transformers and vector search systems to provide real-time insights and predictions.
  • ● Engineered IoT monitoring systems with predictive maintenance capabilities, that prevent equipment failures and optimize performance
  • ● Built machine learning models for project valuation and performance benchmarking against market standards
  • Strategic Execution & Metrics-Driven Delivery:
  • ● Developed integration strategies for third-party systems, automation tools, and IoT data streams
  • ● Implemented team-specific OKRs and 360° feedback systems
  • ● Implemented a data-driven performance dashboard tracking key metrics
  • ● Optimized development cycles through sprint velocity tracking, which reduce time-to-market for new features
  • Team Leadership & Performance Management:
  • ● Built and mentored high-performing engineering teams across Singapore and India
  • ● Established clear technical expectations and accountability mechanism.
  • ● Facilitated cross-functional collaboration through shared KPIs between Engineering, Product, and Customer Success teams
  • ● Developed quarterly technology roadmaps with 1-year horizons, achieving 85% milestone completion rate while maintaining strategic flexibility.
  • ● Established an efficient sprint planning process using impact/effort prioritization and customer feedback data, delivering high-value features on-time while maintaining agility for critical mid-cycle requirements.
Technology LeadershipArtificial Intelligence (AI)Machine LearningInternet of Things (IoT)Large Language Models (LLM)Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)+9

Scooterson inc.

2 roles

Engineering Manager

Promoted

Oct 2023Apr 2024 · 6 mos

  • Led the development of Electric Scooter and Golfcart software, overseeing diverse engineering teams for mobile, web, firmware, backend, and IoT integration. Developed instrument clusters for automobiles with IoT communication. Implemented rigorous coding standards (AUTOSAR, MISRA, ISO26262) for quality assurance. Utilized AI and ML models for predictive analytics on vehicle telemetry data, enhancing fleet management capabilities. Created algorithms leveraging IoT data for smart features like geofencing and keyless access. Engineered AI-based vehicle assistance for safer rides. Ensured alignment between business and engineering stakeholders, fostering clear communication and transparency. Defined strategic roadmaps to drive collaboration and product delivery. Mentored team members for individual growth and satisfaction, facilitating recruitment aligned with organizational goals. Cultivated a culture of continuous learning and innovation, staying updated on technological advancements for product competitiveness.
LeadershipInventionMachine LearningC++FirmwareJava+17

Senior Architect

Apr 2023Sep 2023 · 5 mos

CAN busAWS IoTEmbedded SoftwareC++JavaSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)+13

Goldman sachs

Vice President

Nov 2021Mar 2023 · 1 yr 4 mos · Singapore

  • Developed trading platform for Swaps, Synthetics, Flips, Options, Commodity, and Futures with efficient trader’s tools, post trade execution and streamlined operations through the implementation of automated tools and reports to improve efficiency and enabling timely decision-making. Introduced Rebate Engine that internalized trading operations, effectively reducing costs by eliminating the need to pay exchange commissions. Lead the team to cover trading across APAC region. fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange for optimal results.
NoSQLC++JavaSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Artificial Intelligence (AI)Large Scale Deployments+12

Blackmagic design

Senior Software Engineer

Jan 2020Nov 2021 · 1 yr 10 mos · Central Singapore · On-site

  • Developed backend for seamless video content integration, ensuring an intuitive and engaging user experience. Elevated the software's capabilities by integrating real-time video effects, enabling dynamic and interactive video editing with live effects. Successfully transitioned a standalone software application into a cloud-based counterpart, enhancing accessibility, scalability, and collaboration.
OpenCVAlgorithm DevelopmentCodecsC++Multimedia DevelopmentAlgorithms+6

Samsung electronics

4 roles

Staff Software Engineer

Apr 2019Dec 2019 · 8 mos · On-site

  • Engineered a Vision Framework for Smart TVs, enabling camera functionality, and incorporating advanced features such as Face Detection, Recognition, and Tracking.
  • Pioneered the development of an interactive Augmented Reality Application, providing users with real-time customization options and an immersive viewing experience.
  • Collaborated with Sorenson Media to create an Ad Framework tailored for Smart TVs, implementing Ad Replacement and Ad Analytics features that were successfully deployed on approximately 50 million Smart TVs by June 2018.
  • Leveraged a diverse technology stack, including C++, Java, and C#, while demonstrating expertise in multi-core, multi-threaded programming and debugging techniques.
  • Utilized open-source resources such as the v4l driver, Selenium, WebRTC, GStreamer, OpenCV, and FFmpeg to enhance the functionality and capabilities of the Smart TV platform.

Chief Software Engineer

Apr 2017Mar 2019 · 1 yr 11 mos · On-site

OpenCVCameraEmbedded SoftwareArtificial Intelligence (AI)Streaming Media

Lead Software Engineer

Jan 2016Apr 2017 · 1 yr 3 mos · On-site

Senior Software Engineer

Jul 2011Mar 2013 · 1 yr 8 mos · Noida · On-site

  • Engineered an Interactive Shopping Solution tailored for products featured in Video on Demand (VOD) content, enhancing the viewer's shopping experience.
  • Innovatively introduced support for multiple playback options, enabling Picture-in-Picture (PIP) functionality and efficient channel switching, ensuring a versatile and seamless viewing experience.
  • Successfully implemented the Samsung DTV Access Protocol, enabling remote TV control over LAN connections, adding convenience and control to the user experience.
  • Employed a diverse technology stack, incorporating C++, TCP, XML, and PHP to create a robust and feature-rich solution for the realm of interactive TV and content consumption.
EDAC++RTL DesignProduct DevelopmentDesign Verification Testing

Mentor graphics

SMTS

Mar 2013Dec 2015 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Noida Area, India

  • Executed ASIC/FPGA synthesis and optimization processes for VHDL, Verilog, and System Verilog constructs, including hierarchical references, functions/tasks, interfaces, and modports, to enhance hardware design efficiency.
  • Developed a specialized translator capable of converting VHDL and System Verilog code into Verilog code, streamlining the integration of different design components.
  • Applied optimization techniques to produce highly efficient hardware designs, maximizing the performance and resource utilization.
  • Leveraged a comprehensive technology stack, encompassing C++, C, Verilog, VHDL, and System Verilog, to deliver robust solutions for advanced hardware design and synthesis.

Sapient global markets

Associate Technology

Jul 2010Jun 2011 · 11 mos · Gurgaon, India

  • Contributed to the ongoing development and upkeep of the Physical Trade Booking Software, ensuring its reliability and functionality.
  • Improved the Mark to Market and Risk Exposure reporting system within the software, enhancing its analytical capabilities and risk assessment.
  • Managed product-related issues, addressing them promptly to maintain a high-quality software solution.
  • Leveraged a technology stack that included C#, MySQL, and LINQ to support the software's core operations and data processing.
Embedded SoftwareC++Socket ProgrammingMultimedia FrameworkJSONVOD

Education

Stanford University

Professional Certificate — Artificial Intelligence

Jan 2025Apr 2025

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

Bachelor of Technology — Computer Science & Engineering

Jan 2006Jan 2010

Feng Chia University

Internship

May 2009Jul 2009

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