Hemant Mongia
About Hemant Mongia
Hemant Mongia is a Vice President of Engineering at BharatPe, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in engineering roles across various companies, including Thales Digital Identity and Security and Tech Mahindra, with a strong focus on fintech and team development.
Work at BharatPe
Hemant Mongia currently serves as the Associate Vice President of Engineering at BharatPe, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he was the Senior Director of Engineering at BharatPe from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at BharatPe has been marked by a focus on speed-focused delivery and the establishment of a high-performance team culture. He has contributed significantly to the company's engineering initiatives, leveraging his extensive knowledge in fintech, UPI payments, KYC, and CRM.
Previous Experience at Thales Digital Identity and Security
Before joining BharatPe, Hemant Mongia worked at Thales Digital Identity and Security, previously known as Gemalto. He held several positions there, including Principal Engineer from 2014 to 2017 and Senior Technical Lead from 2017 to 2020. His roles involved leading technical teams and managing projects that focused on digital identity solutions. He began his career at Thales as a Senior Software Developer from 2012 to 2014, where he gained foundational experience in software development.
Experience at Tech Mahindra
Hemant Mongia's career also includes significant experience at Tech Mahindra. He worked as a Software Developer from 2007 to 2009 and later as a Senior Software Developer from 2009 to 2011 in Bonn, Germany. He also served as a Team Lead for a brief period in 2011. His time at Tech Mahindra provided him with a solid grounding in software development and team leadership, contributing to his overall technical expertise.
Education and Expertise
Hemant Mongia completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Instrumentation from APJ College of Engineering, graduating in 2006. He also attended Army Public School, where he studied Physics, Maths, and Chemistry, completing his 12th grade in 2002. His educational background supports his technical expertise, which includes full-stack development and practical knowledge of modern coding languages and backend systems.
Entrepreneurial Skills and Team Culture
In addition to his engineering roles, Hemant Mongia has demonstrated entrepreneurial skills through a self-venture focused on business delivery. He emphasizes creating a team culture that prioritizes high performance and outcomes while rewarding learning and growth. His leadership style fosters an environment conducive to innovation and efficiency, aligning with the demands of the fintech industry.