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Experienced AI Application Developer passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence in app and web development. I specialize in integrating AI tools to create intelligent applications, establish AI-driven workflows, and develop next-generation software solutions powered by machine learning and automation.
AI-Powered Solutions Architect
Experienced AI Application Developer passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence in app and web development. I specialize in integrating AI tools to create intelligent applications, establish AI-driven workflows, and develop next-generation software solutions powered by machine learning and automation.
My journey began in hardware services, evolving into programming with early ventures in software development. Over time, I transitioned into more innovative roles in mobile computing, focusing on mobile frameworks and application development.
Throughout my career, I've held key leadership positions such as Associate Vice President of Engineering, Director of Technology, and Technical Architect, where I have consistently driven innovation and success in mobile development, engineering leadership, and strategic architecture.
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Self Employed - February 2025 - Present
Currently developing two confidential AI-powered projects leveraging cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies and frameworks. These projects focus on innovative AI application development and intelligent automation solutions. Detailed project specifications and technical implementations are available upon request due to confidentiality agreements.
CVS Health - Full-time Aug 2021 to Jan 2025
I established mobile standards and played a key role in decision-making working groups responsible for setting standards and strategies for mobile development. This experience underlies my capacity to influence and shape mobile strategy.
Photon - Full time April 2007 - August 2021 (14+ years)
During my extensive tenure at Photon, I progressed through multiple leadership roles from Technical Leader to Associate Vice President, demonstrating consistent growth and expanding responsibilities. I spearheaded mobile development initiatives for Fortune 50/500 companies including Walgreens, establishing myself as a key technology strategist and team leader. My achievements include forging strategic partnerships with Apple and Google to integrate cutting-edge technologies, managing diverse teams of over 90 resources across offshore and onsite locations, and executing successful strategies that secured coveted 5-star ratings on both App Store and Play Store. I pioneered innovative solutions including Day 1 launches for Google Wallet and Apple Wallet, advanced barcode scanning functionality, and comprehensive mobile platform development across iOS, Android, Blackberry, and Windows. Throughout my journey, I consistently delivered high-impact results while mentoring teams, securing new business ventures, and maintaining high-traffic community platforms, culminating in recognition as "Best Newcomer" and establishing mobile development standards that influenced industry practices.
Sulekha.com - September 2004 - April 2007 (2 years 8 months)
Led product development initiatives at Sulekha.com, architecting and delivering four major technology solutions that transformed business operations. Developed an AdNetwork platform managing 300+ websites with Google AdSense-like functionality, created a B2B collaboration system connecting China and India markets using Apache Lucene for vendor indexing, built an in-house CRM (Project Venus) automating sales and finance workflows, and established XML-based ad processing systems for print media integration. Utilized comprehensive tech stack including Windows 2003, IIS, .NET, SQL Server, JavaScript, and advanced search technologies to drive revenue growth and operational efficiency.
Capstone India - May 2003 - August 2004 (1 year 4 months)
Led technical project management at Capstone India, transforming the company from a local MSN vendor to an international Microsoft Network partner through strategic client management, team recruitment, and innovative R&D initiatives. Spearheaded development of cutting-edge mobile content solutions including digital organizers, custom ringtones, mobile themes for Nokia/Motorola/Sony devices, Microsoft DRM implementation, MMS services, and animated wallpapers, driving significant revenue growth and establishing the company as a leader in early mobile content technology.
Multiple Organizations - January 1996 - May 2003 (7+ years)
Comprehensive technology career spanning creative design, software development, system administration, and hardware engineering across multiple organizations including Self Employed freelance work, Miraclesoft Information Systems, Best Cast IT Limited, and Mouseback.com. Pioneered early web development and digital design solutions, creating 100+ brand websites using diverse technology stacks (ASP, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Visual Basic, SQL Server, FoxBase, FoxPro). Specialized in creative visualization with advanced proficiency in Photoshop, CorelDraw, Adobe Flash, and ActionScript optimization. Delivered innovative solutions including custom PC configurations with 80% cost savings, Cable TV billing software with 20% efficiency improvements, hosting and domain services, network infrastructure setup, and pioneering remote printing technologies. Combined technical expertise with creative design skills to drive business growth and establish early adoption of cutting-edge technologies in the Indian market.
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Business Administration and Management
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Technical Architect & Mobile Lead • 2010–2020
Led architecture and development of the Walgreens mobile application, serving millions of customers across 8,200+ retail locations. Pioneered multiple industry-first features and day-one launches with Apple and Google, transforming pharmacy retail through mobile innovation.
Launched Walgreens app on iOS, Android & BlackBerry. Introduced industry-first "Refill by Scan" barcode technology.
Refill by Scan became dominant refill method. Over 50% of mobile refills used scanning within months of launch.
Early Passbook integration vaulted app to #8 in App Store. Named in Apple's Top 100 Apps.
Won "Best Retail Mobile App" Appy Award at South by Southwest. App achieved 5-star App Store rating.
Launch partner for Apple Pay across 8,200+ stores on October 20, 2014.
Launched Apple Watch app for medication adherence. First retailer to integrate loyalty program with Apple Pay via NFC.
First retailer to enable NFC loyalty on Android Pay. Added 3D Touch shortcuts and Touch ID authentication.
Continued feature development. App processing 1+ prescription scan per second at peak.
App reached 60 million downloads. 40%+ of all online refills via Refill by Scan.
Solutions Architect • 2020–2021
Architected a comprehensive white-label mobile solution for Dick's Sporting Goods, enabling a single codebase to power multiple brand apps including Dick's Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy. Both apps relaunched in 2021 with Store Mode, deployed to 780+ locations. The architecture supported DSG's digital transformation during the pandemic, contributing to 12.5M new customers and omnichannel athletes spending 2x more than single-channel shoppers.
Features as independent modules (Shop, Move, Account) distributed via SPM and Gradle
Geolocation-powered in-store experience with barcode scanning and product lookup
Brand-specific theming via XCAssets/Resources enabling rapid new brand deployment
Certificate pinning, device attestation, OAuth 2.0, and ADA compliance
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