Premchandra Ambodkar

Director of Engineering

Pune, Maharashtra, India10 yrs 9 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Led a 10-member cross-functional engineering team.
  • Spearheaded architecture for Jio Pricing Calculator.
  • Established CI/CD pipelines, reducing release cycles significantly.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS-focused Frontend Architect with extensive experience in scalable web applications.

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Skills

Core Skills

Engineering ManagementFrontend DevelopmentSecurityDevops

Other Skills

Performance ReviewsDocument Object Model (DOM)Application Programming Interfaces (API)Systems IntegrationTest EnvironmentsRedux.jsSpring BootWeb TechnologiesNext.jsCode ReviewPair ProgrammingTeam LeadershipAcceptance TestingDesign ReviewRxJS

About

Engineering Manager & Frontend Architect with 10+ years of experience building scalable, globally distributed web platforms. Experienced in leading diverse, cross-functional teams and delivering products used at scale. Strong expertise in React, Angular, Next.js, TypeScript, Node.js, with cloud-native CI/CD practices. Comfortable working with product-driven organisations, remote teams, and async collaboration models. Focused on engineering excellence, reliability, and sustainable system design aligned with business goals.

Experience

10 yrs 9 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 7 mos
Average Tenure
3 yrs 2 mos
Current Experience

Jio platforms limited (jpl)

2 roles

Engineering Manager | Frontend Architect | Product Engineering Leader

Mar 2023Present · 3 yrs 2 mos

  • Team Leadership & Product Delivery – National Informatics Centre (NIC)
  • Led and mentored a 10-member cross-functional engineering team (IIT, IIIT, NIT talent) in designing and deploying a Cost Estimation and Resource Calculation Platform. Oversaw end-to-end delivery, ensuring performance, scalability, and business alignment.
  • Strategic Product Development – Jio Pricing Calculator
  • Spearheaded the architecture and delivery of the Jio Pricing Calculator, enabling seamless service plan evaluation across user segments. Partnered with product and design teams to align technical execution with business goals and user experience outcomes.
  • Security & Infrastructure Leadership – SIEM Implementation (NIC & JPL)
  • Directed a multi-team initiative to design, build, and deploy a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution across production environments. Defined architecture, enforced security best practices, and ensured continuous monitoring reliability.
  • Agile Delivery & Process Excellence
  • Championed Agile and Scrum practices, driving sprint planning, backlog grooming, and daily stand-ups to improve team velocity and collaboration. Strengthened communication across development, QA, and product functions.
  • Continuous Integration & Deployment Automation
  • Established robust CI/CD pipelines for continuous deployment using Azure DevOps, reducing release cycle time and improving deployment reliability. Implemented quality gates, automated testing, and performance monitoring for production readiness.
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Engineering Manager

Mar 2023Present · 3 yrs 2 mos

  • Led a 10-member cross-functional team (IIT, IIIT, NIT talent) to design and deploy a Cost Estimation & Resource Calculation Platform for the National Informatics Centre (NIC).
  • Architected and delivered the Jio Pricing Calculator, enabling seamless plan evaluation across millions of users and reducing manual estimation time by 40%.
  • Directed multi-team deployment of Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) across JPL environments, ensuring real-time monitoring and compliance.
  • Drove CI/CD automation using Azure DevOps — cutting release cycles from days to hours and improving deployment reliability by 30%.
  • Championed Agile practices — sprint planning, backlog grooming, and delivery reviews to enhance team velocity and collaboration.
  • Mentored engineers on architecture design, performance tuning, and code governance, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

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2 roles

Lead Software Engineer

May 2022Feb 2023 · 9 mos · Hybrid

Web ApplicationsDocument Object Model (DOM)Application Programming Interfaces (API)Systems IntegrationTest EnvironmentsWeb Technologies+60

Senior Software Engineer

Sep 2019May 2022 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Hybrid

  • Robust Software Design
  • Translated customer and system requirements into effective software designs using a test-driven approach to ensure high-quality outcomes.
  • Collaboration for Solutions
  • Collaborated with software development and testing teams to create robust solutions that met client needs for functionality, scalability, and performance.
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Worked closely with stakeholders to identify and resolve technical roadblocks, ensuring smooth project progression.
  • Angular Component Development
  • Created and improved generic Angular components based on product requirements and user feedback, enhancing overall application functionality.
  • Mentorship and Guidance
  • Provided mentorship to less experienced staff, assisting them in resolving complex technical issues and fostering skill development.
  • Codebase Modernization
  • Updated legacy codebases to modern development standards, significantly improving functionality and maintainability.
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Introduced agile methodologies and best practices within the division, enhancing product development efficiency and team collaboration.
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Tietoevry india pvt ltd.

Senior Software Engineer

Sep 2019Feb 2023 · 3 yrs 5 mos

  • Led frontend architecture and development of enterprise-scale healthcare platforms using Angular (v8–15), Node.js, and TypeScript.
  • Designed and implemented test-driven modules, improving release quality and maintainability by 25%.
  • Integrated Philips Dictation SDK and built the JFrog API dashboard, earning multiple Pat on the Back awards for innovation and timely delivery.
  • Collaborated with European clients to resolve critical performance issues and improve product stability.
  • Introduced component-driven architecture, reusing Angular modules across micro-frontends and reducing duplication by 35%.
  • Mentored 5+ junior developers, conducted design/code reviews, and guided adoption of CI/CD and testing best practices.

Maxxton (india) technologies

Senior Software Engineer

Oct 2017Sep 2019 · 1 yr 11 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Worked closely with project managers, developers, quality assurance teams, and customers to identify and resolve technical issues efficiently.
  • Mentorship and Training
  • Trained and mentored junior developers and engineers in frontend technologies, enhancing overall team performance and skill development.
  • Hands-On Programming Expertise
  • Demonstrated strong programming skills in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Angular, contributing to high-quality software development.
  • Project Representation
  • Represented the software applications engineering team in large and complex development projects, ensuring alignment with project goals.
  • Integration of Third-Party Tools
  • Successfully integrated third-party tools and components into applications, improving functionality and user experience.
  • Client Collaboration
  • Collaborated with clients to define solution requirements, ensuring that developed applications met their needs effectively.

Aloha technology pvt. ltd.

Software Engineer

Sep 2016Sep 2017 · 1 yr · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Object-Oriented Programming Optimization
  • Implemented and optimized object-oriented programming models to improve system design and functionality.
  • Collaborative System Development
  • Worked closely with the team to analyze and develop system solutions tailored to client requirements, ensuring alignment with their needs.
  • Daily Scrum Participation
  • Actively engaged in daily scrum meetings, providing team updates and fostering effective communication across the team.
  • Support Patch Development
  • Developed and deployed support patches for existing software, enhancing reliability and overall performance.
  • Unit Testing with Angular
  • Wrote unit tests using Angular and executed them with Angular-based Karma, ensuring high code quality and functionality.
  • Documentation of Methodologies
  • Documented software development methodologies in technical manuals for future reference by IT personnel, promoting knowledge sharing and best practices.

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Senior Software Engineer

Jul 2015Aug 2019 · 4 yrs 1 mo

  • Developed and optimised scalable, enterprise-grade web applications using Angular, Java Spring Boot, and JavaScript across hospitality and education domains.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams and clients to define requirements, resolve performance bottlenecks, and deliver production-ready solutions on schedule.

Edmission education services pvt ltd

Software Engineer

Jul 2015Sep 2016 · 1 yr 2 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • Object-Oriented Programming Enhancement
  • Implemented and enhanced object-oriented programming models to streamline software development processes.
  • Code Optimization
  • Optimized source code in alignment with new user requirements and technical guidelines, resulting in improved overall performance.
  • Support Patch Development
  • Developed and deployed support patches to maintain and enhance the functionality of existing software.
  • Feature Integration
  • Adjusted design parameters to seamlessly integrate new features, significantly enhancing user satisfaction.
  • Collaboration for Innovation
  • Collaborated with senior software engineers to innovate and develop effective software solutions that meet business needs.
  • Timely Project Delivery
  • Consistently delivered completed projects on time, adhering to established project deadlines and expectations.
  • Client Engagement
  • Engaged with clients to discuss project progress, gather feedback, and address concerns throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Efficient Debugging
  • Utilized debugging tools effectively to quickly identify and resolve code issues, ensuring smooth software operation.

Education

Bhartiya Vidya Bhavans Sardar Patel Institute of Technology Munshi Nagar Andheri Mumbai

Master’s Degree — Computer Science

Jan 2012Jan 2015

K.K.Wagh Education Societys College of Engineering, Hirabai Haribai Vidyanagari, Panchavati, Nashik 422003

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) — Computer Science

Jan 2008Jan 2012

SPIT

Master of Computer Applications

Pune University

Bachelor of Computer Science

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