Ajay Thakur
About Ajay Thakur
Ajay Thakur is a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in building OTT applications and integrating various SDKs. He currently works at Backlight and has previously held positions at Zype and Manacle Technologies, focusing on cross-platform development and user interface design.
Work at Backlight
Ajay Thakur currently holds the position of Senior Software Engineer at Backlight, where he has been employed since 2023. His role is based in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, and he works remotely. In this position, he focuses on developing and enhancing media applications, leveraging his extensive experience in the field.
Previous Experience at Zype
Before joining Backlight, Ajay Thakur worked at Zype as a Senior Software Engineer from 2021 to 2022. His tenure lasted one year, during which he contributed to various projects while working remotely from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. His experience at Zype further solidified his skills in software engineering and application development.
Background in Android Development
Ajay Thakur began his career as an Android Developer at Manacle Technologies Pvt. Ltd. from 2017 to 2019. He spent two years in this role, working on-site in the Noida Area, India. His experience in Android development laid the foundation for his expertise in building cross-platform applications.
Education and Expertise
Ajay Thakur earned a Bachelor of Technology degree in Computer Science from Skyline Institute of Engineering and Technology in Greater Noida, completing his studies from 2013 to 2017. His educational background supports his proficiency in integrating various SDKs, utilizing Kotlin Multi Platform for development, and implementing design patterns such as MVC, MVP, MVVM, and MVI.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Ajay Thakur specializes in building Over-The-Top (OTT) applications for both Android and iOS platforms. He possesses domain knowledge in sectors such as FMCG, Payment (POS), and OTT. His technical skills include designing user interfaces using Jetpack Compose UI for Android and utilizing Firebase Analytics for tracking app performance and user engagement.