Vickesh Solanki
About Vickesh Solanki
Vickesh Solanki is a Senior iOS Engineer with extensive experience in mobile application development. He has held various roles across multiple companies, including co-founding Horizon and currently working at Pelago.
Current Role at Pelago
Vickesh Solanki serves as a Senior iOS Engineer at Pelago, previously known as Quit Genius. He has been in this position since 2023, contributing to the development and enhancement of mobile applications. His role involves leveraging his extensive experience in iOS development to create user-friendly and efficient applications.
Previous Experience in iOS Development
Vickesh has a robust background in iOS development, having worked in various contract roles. He was a Contract Senior iOS Developer at The Times in 2017 for nine months and at Sky in 2016 for eight months. He also held similar positions at Travelex and HSBC, where he worked from 2015 to 2020. His experience spans multiple projects, showcasing his adaptability and expertise in mobile application development.
Educational Background in Engineering
Vickesh studied at Aston University, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) degree in Electronic Engineering and Computer Science. His studies took place from 2006 to 2010, providing him with a solid foundation in both engineering principles and computer science, which he applies in his professional roles.
Experience in Business Analysis and Development
In addition to his iOS development roles, Vickesh has experience in business analysis. He worked as a Business Analyst for Mobile Applications at Xibis Ltd from 2012 to 2014. This role involved analyzing mobile application needs and contributing to the development process, further enhancing his skill set in technology and application development.
Entrepreneurial Ventures and Fellowships
Vickesh has participated in entrepreneurial initiatives, notably as a Fellow at Subak in 2022 and as part of the Entrepreneur First Cohort 5 from 2015 to 2016. These experiences reflect his commitment to innovation and collaboration within the tech community, allowing him to engage with startups and new ideas in the technology sector.