Praveen Kumar Bhukya — VP of Engineering

I'm a hands-on Senior Engineering Manager with over 10 years of experience building scalable, high-performance distributed systems primarily in the fintech domain. My core strength lies in backend development using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices, with growing expertise in Python, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Generative AI. Currently at Jupiter, I lead multiple engineering verticals across Payments, PPI, Investments, Rewards, and Customer Support Tech—driving the design, scalability, and reliability of systems that power seamless financial experiences for millions of users. My focus is on building resilient architectures, fostering high-performing teams, and delivering business-aligned outcomes through strong collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders. Previously at Freo, I led several product and platform verticals including FreoPay (30-day loan product), UPI, Payments, and Insurance. As the founding developer of FreoPay, I played a pivotal role in architecting its platform, from onboarding to loan management and repayments, scaling it to over 8 lakh users and ₹25+ crores in monthly disbursals, while driving profitability and ensuring compliance with audit and regulatory frameworks. I enjoy working at the intersection of product, engineering, and operations, ensuring that technical decisions align closely with business goals. On the infrastructure front, I’ve managed live production systems, CI/CD pipelines, EKS clusters, and data layers, ensuring security, compliance, and performance under demanding fintech conditions. I’ve also led systems through VAPT, RBI/NPCI, TPAP, ISNP, and PCI DSS audits. I’m passionate about integrating AI-driven capabilities into financial products and internal tools, having led initiatives using AWS Bedrock and Anthropic models to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Beyond engineering delivery, I invest heavily in team mentorship, hiring, and architectural evolution, creating an environment that encourages technical excellence and continuous learning. I believe in writing code that scales, designing systems that evolve, and building teams that grow together.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Senior Engineering Manager in Fintech with expertise in scalable backend systems.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Experience: 10 yrs 9 mos