Ankit Garg

Engineering Manager

Delhi, India12 yrs 11 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Led backend engineering for India's largest poker platform.
Developed SaaS platform serving over 200,000 concurrent users.
Passionate about high-performance engineering cultures.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Backend-focused Engineering Manager in the SaaS and Gaming industries.

Contact

garg.ankit012@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

System DesignLeadershipProduct EngineeringAgile DeliverySoftware Development Life Cycle (sdlc)

Other Skills

MERN StackProject ManagementWeb TechnologiesProblem SolvingPeer MentoringMicroservices ArchitectureEngineering managerScalable Systems & ArchitectureProduct Development StrategyProject PlanningCross-functional CollaborationsAgile/Scrum MethodologiesTeam LeadershipCloud Technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)Back-End Web Development

About

With 12+ years in software engineering, I specialize in leading teams that design and scale high-performance platforms in Gaming and SaaS domains. At Baazi Games, I lead backend architecture and system optimization for real-time transactions, ensuring 99.99% uptime and high system efficiency. My focus is on enabling teams through modern engineering practices, automation, and data-driven decisions. Previously, I drove large-scale EdTech initiatives serving 200K+ concurrent users, improving reliability and release velocity through Agile transformation. I’m passionate about driving high-performance engineering cultures where innovation meets execution. My core focus lies in designing scalable systems, mentoring engineers, and building products that deliver measurable business impact. Specialties: System Design, Node.js, MERN Stack, Product Engineering, Agile Delivery, Leadership, Cloud Infrastructure

Experience

Baazi games

Engineering Manager

Mar 2022 – Present · 4 yrs · New Delhi, Delhi, India · Hybrid

Led backend engineering for PokerBaazi, India's largest poker platform with over 2 million users, ensuring 99.99% uptime and seamless real-time play.
Architected scalable microservices and APIs supporting millions of concurrent sessions with robust, secure transactions.
Optimized infrastructure, reducing server costs by 20% and improving response latency, enabling smooth, real-time experiences.
Managed and mentored a team of 15+ engineers, implementing Agile methodologies and increasing sprint velocity by 35%.

MERN StackProject ManagementWeb TechnologiesProblem SolvingPeer MentoringMicroservices Architecture+14

Ginger webs

5 roles

Associate Project Manager

Aug 2017 – Mar 2022 · 4 yrs 7 mos

Developed the ThinkExam SaaS platform, scaling to over 200,000 concurrent users and powering PAN-India examinations for prestigious institutions like ALLEN, DAMS, and T.I.M.E.
Engineered an AI-driven Remote Proctoring System using WebRTC & socket.io, facilitating real-time monitoring for major examinations including ICAI (36,000+ users), NATA, and FIITJEE.
Designed a Cloud-Based Testing (CBT) SaaS product that reduced infrastructure costs by 10x and operational workforce needs from over 20 to fewer than 5.
Delivered an E-Learning platform featuring live classes and Video-On-Demand (VOD) using HLS/DASH codecs, serving institutes such as Allen,MadeEasy.
Led a team of 20+ engineers, successfully reducing system downtime by 40% and accelerating release cycles by 30%.

Project ManagementWeb TechnologiesProblem SolvingPeer MentoringSaaS Product DevelopmentMicroservices Architecture+12

Technical Team Lead

Promoted

Jul 2015 – Jul 2017 · 2 yrs

I successfully led a dynamic technical team at Ginger Webs, focusing on project management and customer satisfaction.
Allocated deadlines and handled multiple projects to ensure timely delivery of products.
Developed innovative ideas for product improvement based on client feedback and requirements.
Conducted training sessions for junior team members, enhancing their skills and knowledge.

Project ManagementWeb TechnologiesProject PlanningTeam LeadershipBack-End Web DevelopmentPHP+3

Sr. Software Developer

Promoted

Jul 2014 – Jun 2015 · 11 mos

Led the development of complex modules for large-scale SaaS and EdTech products, enhancing user experience for thousands of concurrent users.
Designed and implemented RESTful APIs while optimizing PHP/MySQL performance for improved application efficiency.
Mentored junior developers and established coding standards, fostering a culture of quality and collaboration.
Contributed to automating deployments, enhancing system uptime through effective version control practices.

Web TechnologiesPHPMySQLjQueryVersion ControlSoftware Design+1

Software Developer

Jul 2013 – Jun 2014 · 11 mos

Developed and maintained scalable modules for SaaS-based examination and learning management systems using Core PHP and MySQL.
Collaborated with QA and product teams to ensure timely delivery of features that met client requirements.
Improved legacy scripts, significantly reducing page load time and optimizing server-side logic.
Enhanced user experience by integrating AJAX and responsive UI components.

Web TechnologiesPHPMySQLPerformance ManagementProblem SolvingAgile Development+1

Software Trainee

Jan 2013 – Jun 2013 · 5 mos

Gained hands-on experience in web application development using PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Supported senior developers in building and testing core features of SaaS-based EdTech platforms.
Learned end-to-end SDLC practices, including requirement analysis and bug tracking.
Contributed to small feature modules and resolved minor production issues under mentorship.

Web TechnologiesPHPMySQLjQueryDebuggingSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)