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Manoj Kumar Baghela

@manojkumarbaghela

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Accomplished Engineering Manager with expertise in backend systems.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters innovation, encourages collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am an accomplished Engineering Manager with over 13 years of experience leading cross-functional teams in the development of scalable, high-performance backend systems. My expertise lies in managing engineering teams, driving technical innovation, and aligning engineering strategies with business objectives. I have successfully overseen the complete software development lifecycle (SDLC) and delivered high-quality solutions using a diverse backend tech stack.

Throughout my career, I have led teams of up to 15 engineers, collaborating closely with product, design, and business teams to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions. I am known for fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment, mentoring engineers, and driving continuous improvement in team productivity and code quality. My recent completion of the prestigious CTO program from IIT Delhi has deepened my strategic leadership and technical expertise in scaling technology organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Technical Head

Current

Cambridge Technology Enterprises

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Led a multidisciplinary team of software engineers and AI experts, driving project success and innovation in LLM models. Defined project vision and roadmap, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while managing technical risks and delivering high-quality solutions.

Leadership LLM Cloud Architecture Agile Methodologies Project Management Technical Strategy Software Development Lifecycle Stakeholder Management Performance Optimization

Technical Lead

Fynd

Jan 2022 - Apr 2024 (2 years 3 months)

Developed scalable backend systems for fintech solutions, optimizing cloud services and implementing microservices architecture. Streamlined CI/CD pipelines and collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance payment processing and settlement operations.

Backend Development Microservices CI CD Cloud Services API Development Docker Kubernetes Payment Processing Performance Optimization Agile Methodologies

Module Lead

Telus International

Jul 2016 - Jan 2022 (5 years 6 months)

Managed module design and development, ensuring quality assurance and performance optimization. Led architectural improvements and mentored junior developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.

Module Management Quality Assurance Mentorship Agile Methodologies Data Modeling Performance Optimization Redis RabbitMQ AWS Services

Sr. Software Engineer

Affle Appstudioz

Jan 2015 - Jul 2016 (1 year 6 months)

Contributed to software development projects, focusing on backend systems and application performance. Collaborated with teams to implement best practices in coding and software design.

Backend Development Software Design Performance Optimization Team Collaboration Agile Methodologies API Integration Testing Version Control

Sr. Software Engineer

Wildnet Technologies

Mar 2012 - Jan 2015 (2 years 10 months)

Developed and maintained software applications, focusing on backend technologies and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Engaged in code reviews and team collaborations to enhance project outcomes.

Backend Development Code Review Team Collaboration Agile Methodologies API Development Performance Optimization Version Control Testing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi

CTO Programme, Leadership and Technology Innovation

2025 -

Completed an executive education program focused on leadership, business strategy, and technology innovation. Developed skills in technology roadmap planning, business model optimization, and leadership in tech-driven organizations.

Rajasthan Technical University (RTU)

B.Tech, Computer Science and Engineering

2006 - 2010

Pursued a Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering, gaining foundational knowledge in computer science principles, programming, and software development.