Mandar Kale

Director of Engineering

Bangalore, Karnataka, India17 yrs 6 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • 17+ years leading global SaaS and FinTech platforms.
  • Expert in scaling engineering teams across multiple geographies.
  • Recognized thought leader in high-performance engineering culture.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS and Fintech engineering leader with extensive experience in platform transformation and team scaling.

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Skills

Core Skills

Engineering LeadershipSoftware As A Service (saas)Software DesignPayment GatewaysSoftware Development Life Cycle (sdlc)System Architecture

Other Skills

Agile LeadershipEngineering ManagementStakeholder ManagementPlatform TransformationCustomer MigrationGlobal AdoptionPlatform ArchitectureCross-Organizational InitiativesEngineering ExcellenceHigh Performance TeamsAgile MethodologiesCode ReviewSoftware DevelopmentTechnical LeadershipSoftware Infrastructure

About

Engineering leader with 17+ years of experience leading global SaaS and FinTech platforms at scale. Proven track record of building and growing organizations across India, Europe, and the US, delivering enterprise-grade platforms that drive multi-million-dollar revenue growth and market expansion. I specialize in enterprise SaaS platforms, AI-led innovation, and organizational transformation — having scaled engineering teams of 50+ across multiple geographies, modernized complex legacy systems into extensible platforms, and launched products adopted by tens of thousands of businesses worldwide. Recognized as a thought leader in high-performance engineering culture, secure platform architecture, and business-aligned product strategy, I bring a builder’s mindset to every challenge while delivering results that matter: customer growth, cost efficiency, and long-term scalability.

Experience

17 yrs 6 mos
Total Experience
4 yrs 3 mos
Average Tenure
3 mos
Current Experience

Legalzoom

Director of Engineering

Jan 2026Present · 3 mos · Bangalore Urban · Hybrid

  • I lead the LegalZoom Engineering in India, serving as the head of engineering for our Consumer products and the LegalInc acquisition. Responsible for approx $50M USD revenue portfolio, I bridge the gap between global strategy and local execution.
  • I am passionate about moving beyond traditional "offshore" models. My focus is on building an India Center of Excellence where engineering teams own outcomes, not just tickets. Through rigorous Agile leadership and a focus on end-to-end ownership, we are building the future of legal services for millions of consumers.
  • Current Responsibilities:
  • Scaling the India CoE to drive global innovation.
  • Full ownership of the LegalInc product suite and Consumer-facing platforms.
  • Cultivating a culture of high accountability and engineering craftsmanship.
Agile LeadershipEngineering ManagementStakeholder ManagementEngineering LeadershipSoftware as a Service (SaaS)

Intuit

6 roles

Engineering Leader - QuickBooks Product Based Businesses

Aug 2024Jan 2026 · 1 yr 5 mos · On-site

  • Drove the end-to-end modernization of the QB Product Based Businesses (PBBs), leading a 50+ member global engineering org to deliver platform transformation at scale. Partnered with product, GTM, and cross-functional teams to migrate tens of thousands of customers, expand global adoption, and build the next-generation enterprise platform powering financial operations worldwide.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Global Adoption: Launched PBB features globally; accelerated international expansion with Fusion and advanced inventory capabilities.
  • Customer Impact & Retention: Delivered modernization for 100% of NTTF customers across Global, SoloP, QB Money, and IES; introduced Inventory Add-On and Moving Average Cost, now adopted by hundreds of paying enterprise customers.
  • Platform Modernization: Spearheading Inventory 2.0 modernization, redesigning infrastructure (multi-location, schema, service foundation) to scale with enterprise needs.
  • Migration at Scale: Successfully migrated ~96% of US and global customers to the modernized platform, ensuring reliability, extensibility, and readiness for growth.
  • Organizational Leadership: Scaled and mentored a global 50+ engineering org, instilling a culture of ownership, execution, and innovation while delivering against top customer VoCs.
Platform TransformationCustomer MigrationGlobal AdoptionSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Engineering Leadership

Group Development Manager

Promoted

Feb 2022Aug 2024 · 2 yrs 6 mos · On-site

  • Lead a global engineering organization of 50+ engineers within the Intuit Enterprise Suite (IES), responsible for architecting and scaling platform capabilities that power financial operations for mid-market and enterprise customers. Directed multiple 0→1 platform builds and cross-organizational initiatives to deliver extensible, secure, and intelligent infrastructure at scale.
  • Key Achievements
  • Architected Multi-Entity Foundation — Designed and delivered the cornerstone of IES, enabling cross-entity consolidation and expanding Intuit’s enterprise addressable market by $89B.
  • Launched Intuit Enterprise Suite (IES) — Partnered with PM, GTM, and Sales leadership to take Intuit’s flagship enterprise product from early-stage architecture to scaled global adoption, ensuring enterprise-grade reliability, security, and extensibility.
  • Defined Enterprise-Grade Platform Architecture — Spearheaded technical design for advanced accounting modules (Revenue Recognition, Fixed Assets) and established extensibility standards and governance to ensure long-term platform agility.
  • Scaled Engineering Org — Built and led a 50+ member distributed engineering team, with a strong culture of ownership, engineering excellence, and outcome-driven delivery. Invested in hiring, mentorship, and career growth to drive innovation and retention.
  • Delivered Secure, Intelligent Infrastructure — Championed best-in-class practices in security, compliance, and data intelligence across platform services, enabling customers to operate with confidence at scale.
Platform ArchitectureCross-Organizational InitiativesEngineering ExcellenceSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Engineering Leadership

Senior Development Manager

Jan 2020Feb 2022 · 2 yrs 1 mo · On-site

  • Led a new large team at Intuit India, fostering a high-performance culture and hiring top engineers.
  • Developed 0-1 applications and premium integrations, leading projects like Batch and Backup teams.
  • Delivered four premium integrations in just two years, showcasing dedication and superior service.
High Performance TeamsAgile MethodologiesCode ReviewEngineering LeadershipSoftware as a Service (SaaS)

Senior Development Manager & Tech Lead at Intuit

Feb 2017Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 10 mos · On-site

  • Led the France engineering team to establish a robust engineering capacity in the region.
  • Grew Intuit's engineering capacity in London from 100K to 700K subs, achieving 7-8 times growth.
  • Fostered a high-performance culture and cross-functional organization in the London office.
High Performance TeamsAgile MethodologiesCode ReviewEngineering LeadershipSoftware as a Service (SaaS)

Senior Software Engineer

Mar 2016Jan 2017 · 10 mos · On-site

  • Led the development and launch of Quickbooks Online in France and UK, driving user engagement and revenue growth.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product integration and user experience.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to improve product scalability and performance, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
Software DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Engineering Leadership

Senior Software Engineer

Dec 2014Mar 2016 · 1 yr 3 mos · On-site

  • Led the development and launch of Quickbooks Online in France and UK, driving user engagement and revenue growth.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize product features and enhance user experience.
  • Implemented agile methodologies to streamline development processes and meet project deadlines.
Software DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Engineering Leadership

Ezetap mobile solutions pvt. ltd

Senior Software Engineer

May 2014Dec 2014 · 7 mos · Bangalore · On-site

  • Led the development of integrations with loyalty card networks at Ezetap, involving requirements gathering, architecture definition, and integration building from scratch.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to optimize performance and enhance user experience.
  • Successfully delivered projects on time and within budget, contributing to the company's growth and success.
Software DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipSoftware as a Service (SaaS)Engineering Leadership

Freecharge

Senior Software Engineer

Dec 2013May 2014 · 5 mos · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India · On-site

  • Led a team in rewriting payment gateway integrations for Freecharge, focusing on performance and reliability.
  • Cleaned up legacy code to improve the overall quality of the payment system.
Software DesignPayment GatewaysSoftware Infrastructure

Intuit

2 roles

Senior Software Engineer

Promoted

Feb 2012Dec 2013 · 1 yr 10 mos

  • Led the migration of legacy Internet banking solutions to a new SAAS-based architecture, resolving critical security issues like CSRF fixes and Fortify issues.
  • Developed Restful web services for building APIs and focused on the Unified Single Platform (USP) and Common Application Services (CAS) for the Transform Online Banking (TOB) project.
  • Successfully deployed the TOB project, delivering superior functionality, usability, and security enhancements.
Stakeholder ManagementCode ReviewTechnical LeadershipSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)System Architecture

Software Engineer

Aug 2008Feb 2012 · 3 yrs 6 mos

  • Developed GoConnect Android application from conception to alpha stage.
  • Designed and coded Lead Manager Java ME application during whitespace time.
  • Spearheaded over-the-air module integration for GoConnect Java ME mobile app.
Stakeholder ManagementCode ReviewDelivery ManagementSoftware Development Life Cycle (SDLC)System Architecture

Education

National Institute of Technology Karnataka

MTech — Computer Science and Engineering

Jan 2006Jan 2008

Shri Guru Gobind Singhji College of Engineering and Technology

B.E. — Computer Science and Engineering

Jan 2001Jan 2005

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