Piyush Kaila

Engineering Manager

Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India11 yrs 3 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Led a team to improve ad load times by 30%.
  • Founded two startups navigating product development challenges.
  • Successfully migrated applications to Azure and GCP.
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Core Skills

Engineering ManagementLeadershipPython (programming Language)Microsoft AzureBack-end Web DevelopmentDevopsCommunication ProtocolsProduct DevelopmentStart-up LeadershipBig DataJava

Other Skills

AIAgileAmazon Web Services (AWS)Apache SparkBatch ProcessingCSSClojureCore JavaDebuggingDigital TransformationEnterprise Service Bus (ESB) ArchitectureGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)HTMLHadoopHeader Bidding

About

I’m an engineering leader fueled by curiosity and a passion for building technology that makes a difference. My journey began with a simple college project to help students find tech events, which sparked a lifelong drive to solve real problems with code. Over the years, I’ve explored every corner of technology—from designing scalable backend systems and sleek front-end experiences to developing mobile apps, leveraging AI/ML solutions, and even engaging in playful tinkering with Raspberry Pi projects. Starting out as a developer, I quickly learned the value of getting my hands dirty and experimenting in real-world projects. That early experience inspired me to dive into the startup world, where I built and launched products that transformed ideas into market-ready solutions—ranging from market research and pitching to turning concepts into growth stories. Now, as an Engineering Manager, I’m focused on empowering my team to push the boundaries of what’s possible. I believe that great technology isn’t built by individuals alone—it’s a result of collaboration, constant learning, and a genuine desire to create user-focused solutions. Whether I’m strategizing on the next big project or getting in the trenches with code, I’m driven by the challenge of transforming innovative ideas into solutions that truly make an impact. Key Achievements, - At Monetizemore, I led a team to rewrite a critical ad script, reducing file size by 80% and improving load times by 30%, which significantly boosted revenue. - At Walmart Labs, Migration of applications from a private cloud to Azure, ensuring seamless transitions. - Built bulk processing pipeline that can process bulk data from supply-chain at scale. - At Hike, I developed a new TCP/IP protocol from scratch. - Successfully managed distributed teams across time zones, fostering collaboration in fully remote setups. - Founded Twiza and Grinions, navigating the challenges of building products from scratch and pitching to investors. - Developed mobile apps, chatbots, and implemented Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks along with fine-tuning OpenAI and open-source models. I can be contacted directly at me@piyush.pro Keywords: Engineering Manager, Full-Stack Engineer, Scalable Backend, AI, ML, Cloud, DevOps, Agile, Microservices, Digital Transformation, Walmart, Startup, Innovation

Experience

Monetizemore

2 roles

Engineering Manager

Promoted

Oct 2024Present · 1 yr 5 mos · Remote

  • Rewrote core ad script from scratch—now powers 90%+ of company revenue
  • Reduced file size by 80% and improved ad load time by 30% across all publishers
  • Delivered high-impact product under tight deadlines while leading architecture, code reviews, and mentoring
  • Enabled team to adopt unfamiliar tech stack and leverage AI tools for better productivity
Engineering ManagementPython (Programming Language)Leadership

Senior Software Engineer

Dec 2020Oct 2024 · 3 yrs 10 mos · Remote

  • Designed & rewrote build pipeline with improvement on throughput and high scalability.
  • Worked on multiple features that have improved ad cpm, viewability, and revenue.
  • Worked on a consent management framework compatible with GDPR.
Header BiddingEngineering ManagementPython (Programming Language)Amazon Web Services (AWS)PrebidLeadership+1

Walmart labs

Engineer III - Development

Jul 2018Dec 2020 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Built Multiple backend and front end systems from scratch.
  • Implemented development best practices with automated tasks for the team.
  • Lead the Migration of AngularJS application to ReactJS.
  • Moved the application to Azure from Private Cloud.
  • Currently platformizing the internal Application to add more functionality by other teams.
Microsoft AzureBatch ProcessingEngineering ManagementBack-End Web DevelopmentLeadershipSupply Chain Management+1

Hike messenger

Software Engineer

Jun 2017Jul 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

  • Involved in developing UTP protocol which provides internet based services without internet.
  • Developed new TCP/IP protocol from scratch.
  • Involved in the migration of product infrastructure from AWS to GCP platform.
  • Involved in development of the hike services such as Ola and Bus Ticket.
  • Involved in deployment, monitoring and DevOps task.
Amazon Web Services (AWS)DevOpsGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP)Communication ProtocolsJava

Twiza

Founder

Oct 2016May 2017 · 7 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

  • Twiza is a platform where two users from around the world will write one line each and create an exciting story.
  • First user writes first line and some random user will add second line which completes the story. When second user completes the story, it may give new meaning to the story and surprise first user with an exciting story.
  • Ultimately, both users will end up with an amazing story which might be impossible to create individually.
  • That's the beauty of Twiza.
  • With every new story, user will make a new connection.
  • User can explore and share nicely crafted stories with their friends.
  • While achieving different milestones user gets rewarded with badges, reputation points and based on that leaderboard get published. It motivates users to connect with more users and contribute more on Twiza community.
  • In Short, Two users, Two lines, One Story.
  • Twiza even got selected in Facebook FbStart bootstrape track programm and Microsoft BizSpark.
  • Website: https://piyush.pro/twiza/
Engineering ManagementPython (Programming Language)Product DevelopmentStart-up LeadershipLeadershipLean Startup+2

Grinions

Co-Founder

Aug 2016Nov 2016 · 3 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

  • We started Grinions with the mission "Sending money should be Fun".
  • We were building App where you can pay/collect money from your group for party/dinner/rent/trip.
  • After government introduced UPI(Unified Payment interface), we found we can simplify small amount transaction between two people and we adjust our sail to change the direction and come up with the different idea where user can send/request money directly from bank account to another user in the simplest way. It was like Venmo of India with UPI integration.
  • I have done market research and developed Android App with yes bank UPI SDK and backend.
  • More details: https://piyush.pro/grinions/
Engineering ManagementLeading Development TeamsProduct DevelopmentStart-up LeadershipLeadershipLean Startup+1

Formcept

Senior Software Engineer

Jun 2016Aug 2016 · 2 mos · Bangaon Area, India · On-site

HadoopClojureApache SparkBig Data

Costrategix

Software Analyst

Jul 2014Apr 2016 · 1 yr 9 mos · Bengaluru Area, India · On-site

  • As a Software Analyst at CoStrategix, I have been involved in multiple projects with Agile Methodology.
  • Summary:
  • Involved in development of Scalable Web Applications, Desktop Application and Scripts.
  • Saved repetitive code change and deployments by implementing service which starts processing thousands of orders from the newly created microsites.
  • Optimised application performance by more than 5 times and reduce database calls.
  • Worked on Python scripts which bids, creates, monitors status and terminates AWS spot instance.
  • Involved in development of Rest APIs and front-end using JSP, JavaScript, Ajax and Jquery.
  • Involved in design and development of desktop application using JavaFX as an individual developer.
  • Experience in developing Application from scratch using Spring and Maven with best practices.
  • Researched on new technologies, created POC and implemented in Projects.
  • Learned new technologies in short period and implemented successfully with best practices.
  • Involved in gathering Requirements, Story grooming, Estimation, Scrum meetings, Development, Code review, Production deployment and resolving production server issues.
  • Involved in development and design from the inception of Project.
  • Good understanding of clean code principles.
  • Good knowledge of Microservice architecture.
  • I got opportunity to learn new technologies like Spring, Python, JavaFX and Microservices. The team has belief in me that I can learn new technologies and complete project before the deadline.
  • I have worked with a team size of two to thirteen members with different skill set. We all work together to produce a result which none of us could have achieved individually.
  • I also worked on a project as an individual developer from the inception of a project. I managed scrum meeting and demos. I had suggested architecture design changes which halved development effort and saved server resources. I was responsible for estimation and delivering things on time.
Spring FrameworkEnterprise Service Bus (ESB) ArchitectureJavaJavaFX

Education

Government Engineering College,Gandhinagar

Bachelor of Engineering (BE) — Information Technology

Jan 2010Jan 2014

Sardar Patel Higher Secondary School

HSC — Science

Jan 2008Jan 2010

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