About

Lokesh Garg is a seasoned engineer with over 12 years of experience in building robust and scalable applications with expertise in distributed systems. Currently, he is a Senior Engineering Manager at upGrad, where he is responsible for managing and leading a team of developers to deliver quality products. Prior to his role at upGrad, Lokesh was a Founding Team Member of Piggy, Ycombinator S17, where he contributed to the growth of the company across various verticals. As the Director of Engineering, he spearheaded the establishment of the initial architecture and design, provided a solid foundation for the company's growth, and undertook full-stack development, including the creation of a mobile app, ensuring a seamless user experience across platforms. He actively managed projects, oversaw processes, and maintained meticulous documentation to ensure efficient workflows. Lokesh demonstrated strong engineering management skills by effectively guiding and leading a team of 10 developers, prioritizing quality and fostering a collaborative environment. He collaborated closely with the design team to develop comprehensive plans and lead the execution of development initiatives. He also engaged with the business and product teams to strategize and execute acquisition and engagement growth projects, driving the company's success. Lokesh's educational background includes a B.Tech. in Computer Science from the National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra. He has a diverse tech stack, including Senior Software Engineer, UI, Python, RabbitMQ, Web, Software Engineer, PHP, Redux, iOS, Postgres, Mobile, Backend, ReactJS, Java, and Django. He is passionate about creating quality products, strong culture, and process automation. Overall, Lokesh is an accomplished engineer with a wealth of experience in building and managing teams to deliver quality products. He is driven by his passion for creating innovative solutions and his commitment to excellence.