About

Ajay Poddar is a seasoned technology professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. He is currently serving as the CTO for Retirement Tech at HDFC, where he is incubating innovative retirement solutions. Ajay has a passion for technology and is known for his ability to simplify complex applications, build robust solutions and manage costs. Prior to joining HDFC, Ajay invested more than two decades in Shaadi.com, where he held senior leadership positions such as Senior Vice President of Engineering and VP of Engineering. During his tenure at Shaadi.com, he played a pivotal role in shaping the company's technology strategy and building scalable platforms. Ajay is a forever-smiling person who is always happy to help. He believes in giving back to society and supports the Cuddles Foundation in their fight against cancer. Ajay is an angel investor and is always on the lookout for exciting startups to invest in. Ajay holds a Master of Science degree from Liverpool John Moores University, where he is currently pursuing his studies. He also holds a degree in Commerce from the University of Mumbai and completed his advanced computing training from C-DAC. Ajay's tech stack includes expertise in Senior Software Engineering, and he is always eager to learn new technologies. He is a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.