Kshitij Banka
About Kshitij Banka
Kshitij Banka is a Founding Engineer currently working at Crux in Bengaluru, India. He has a diverse background in software development and project leadership, with previous roles at companies such as Wint Wealth, Qualcomm, and Repute Network.
Work at Crux
Kshitij Banka serves as a Founding Engineer at Crux, a company that is part of the Y Combinator Winter 2024 batch. He has been with the organization since 2024 and is based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. His role involves contributing to the foundational engineering efforts of the company, focusing on developing innovative solutions and systems.
Previous Experience
Kshitij Banka has held several positions in the tech industry prior to joining Crux. He worked as a Software Developer at Wint Wealth for 9 months in 2022 and 2023. He also served as a Software Engineer at Qualcomm for 2 months and at Repute Network for 3 months in 2022. Additionally, he was a Project Lead at the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership at BITS Pilani for 11 months in 2022.
Leadership Roles
Kshitij Banka has demonstrated leadership capabilities through various roles. He was the President of BITS Embryo from 2021 to 2022, where he oversaw operations and initiatives within the organization. He also served as the Social Media Lead for Conquest BITS Pilani for 7 months in 2021, managing online engagement and outreach.
Education and Expertise
Kshitij Banka completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, from 2019 to 2023. His education provided him with a strong foundation in software development and engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various technical roles.
Internship Experience
In addition to his full-time roles, Kshitij Banka gained valuable experience as a Business Development Intern at Pawfect.xyz for 4 months in 2020. This role allowed him to develop skills in business strategy and market engagement, complementing his technical expertise.