Krunal Badami

Software Architect · Engineering Manager

+91 81413 79017 · krunalbadami@outlook.com · Mumbai, India
linkedin.com/in/krunalbadami/ · github.com/krunalbad · krunalbad.github.io/

Professional Summary & Key Achievements

Software Architect and Engineering Manager with 8+ years of experience building mobile, TV (OTT), and web applications at scale. I specialize in React Native, Roku/BrightScript, and Next.js, and have led engineering teams to deliver platforms serving 2M+ monthly active users with 99.9% uptime. I focus on practical system design, improving codebase quality, and helping teams ship reliable software on schedule while maintaining security best practices.

Key Quantified Achievements:

Led delivery of 8+ consumer products supporting 2M+ monthly active users
Reduced production crashes by 50% through Sentry monitoring and QA protocols
Decreased bundle sizes by 35% through optimization techniques
Published 7 open source React Native libraries with 2M+ downloads
Mentored and managed teams of 4-6 developers with measurable skill growth
Achieved 99.9% streaming reliability across HLS/DASH platforms

Core Competencies & Technical Expertise
          Software Architecture: System design, cross-platform architecture, API integration, scalable component strategy, performance optimization, security implementation
        
          Engineering Leadership: Team mentorship, technical project management, code reviews, sprint planning, quality gates, release governance, cross-functional coordination
        
          Mobile Development: React Native, native modules, performance optimization, security implementation, foldable device detection, offline caching, background sync
        
          TV & OTT Engineering: Roku/BrightScript, SceneGraph, HLS/DASH streaming, DRM (Widevine/PlayReady/FairPlay), Chromecast, AirPlay, hardware optimization
        
          Web Development: React.js, Next.js, SSR, GraphQL, responsive design, progressive web apps
        
          Quality & DevOps: Jest, Detox, CI/CD pipelines, Sentry monitoring, manual testing, regression testing, code review processes
        
          Domain Expertise: Fintech applications, media streaming platforms, nonprofit organizations, consumer products, healthcare wellness

Technical Skills & Technologies
          Languages & Core: TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), BrightScript (Roku), PHP, Node.js, Python, Shell Script, YAML
        
          Frontend Frameworks: React Native, React.js, Next.js, Redux, Zustand, Context API, React Query, GraphQL
        
          TV & OTT Platforms: Roku, BrightScript, SceneGraph, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, tvOS, Chromecast, AirPlay
        
          Media & Streaming: HLS, DASH, adaptive streaming, Video Node, DRM (Widevine/PlayReady/FairPlay), video players, audio processing
        
          Mobile & Native: iOS, Android, native modules, device APIs, hardware optimization, memory management, battery optimization
        
          Backend & APIs: REST APIs, GraphQL, Node.js, Express, MySQL, MongoDB, authentication, authorization, API security
        
          Development Tools: Git, Webpack, Vite, CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Fastlane), Sentry, JSDoc, testing frameworks
        
          Infrastructure & Cloud: AWS, GCP, deployment pipelines, monitoring, logging, performance optimization

Professional Experience

FatakPay Digital Pvt Ltd

SDE 4 — Senior Software Architect

Fast-growing fintech platform providing digital lending, credit, and financial wellness products.

Mumbai · Mar 2026 – Present

Leading the frontend rewrite and architectural modernization of the core React Native fintech super-app, simplifying complex lending, loan, and credit card flows with military-grade security protocols.
Set up rigorous engineering standards for module boundaries, scalable state management, and API integration to help multiple cross-functional teams work consistently across mobile and TV platforms.
Hardened mobile security posture by implementing local encryption, secure token storage workflows, comprehensive runtime checks for rooted/jailbroken devices, and biometric authentication.
Architected cross-platform component strategy enabling code sharing between React Native mobile apps and web applications, reducing development time by 40%.

Logicwind Technologies LLP & Cappital, LLC

Senior Software Developer & Team Lead

Product engineering consultancy building scalable platforms for global enterprise and startup clients.

Surat · Sept 2022 – Feb 2026

Led frontend delivery for 8+ diverse consumer products, collectively supporting over 2 million monthly active users with 99.9% HLS/DASH streaming reliability and playback stability.
Designed and implemented core cross-platform architecture targeting iOS, Android, Apple TV, Android TV, Fire TV, Roku, and Next.js web ecosystems with unified code sharing strategy.
Owned the complete Roku engineering lifecycle from scratch, building custom SceneGraph video players, handling complex DRM integration (Widevine/PlayReady/FairPlay), and navigating stringent App Store certifications.
Built reusable TypeScript module library with 50+ components accelerating cross-platform development spanning mobile and TV channels, reducing bundle sizes by 35%.
Focused heavily on system performance and reliability, implementing Sentry error monitoring, automated testing, and strict manual QA protocols that reduced production crashes by 50%.
Mentored and managed a dedicated engineering pod of 4–6 developers through daily code reviews, system design whiteboarding, technical debt management, and coordinating delivery between design, backend, and QA teams.

JavaScript Developer (React Native)

Surat · Aug 2020 – Aug 2022

Built cross-platform React Native mobile apps and admin web panels featuring offline caching, background sync, and native module integrations.
Implemented adaptive HLS playback, background playback, and platform-specific media optimizations.
Supported unit/integration tests and acted as the primary bridge for manual QA during major capability releases.

Leocan Technologies LLP

Full Stack Developer (React Native)

Full-stack software development firm specializing in cloud-native applications and mobile ecosystems.

Surat · Dec 2018 – Aug 2020

Developed robust REST APIs utilizing PHP and Node.js while managing MySQL databases to support highly active production workloads.
Led the complex migration of legacy React Native codebases (v55 to v59), fixing breaking native dependencies, optimizing builds, and stabilizing CI/CD pipelines.
Engineered advanced social media features, including custom camera filter integration and an optimized image processing pipeline using shaders.
Collaborated directly with QA teams on comprehensive functional and regression testing to ensure pristine release quality.

HQ Infosystem

JavaScript Intern

IT services company delivering bespoke web experiences and digital transformation solutions.

Surat · May 2018 – Jul 2018

Built responsive, mobile-first web layouts and interactive frontends utilizing modern JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and Bootstrap frameworks.

Selected Projects

The Daily Wire - Conservative Media Platform Lead Developer for high-traffic news ecosystem serving 2M+ users. Built React Native mobile client and Roku/TV channels with live HLS streaming, real-time chat, AirPlay/Cast support, and robust content delivery network integration.

PragerU - Educational Media Platform Architected reliable media applications designed to handle massive traffic spikes and concurrent video loads with adaptive bitrate streaming and CDN optimization.

AppsOnAir - Developer Tools Platform Created essential OTA distribution tools enabling instant CodePush management and live deployment flows without App Store delays, optimizing deep-linking logic and APK/IPA upload workflows.

FatakPay Super App - Fintech Platform Restructured legacy fintech codebase while implementing strict mobile security measures, device validation, encrypted local storage, and biometric authentication for financial transactions.

Big Time Rush Fan Engagement App Developed subscription-based social platform with user profiles, messaging, video calls, and interactive content features, managing scalable architecture for real-time engagement.

28 by Evie - Health & Wellness App Engineered comprehensive wellness tracking application with personalized flows, complex data visualization charts, daily engagement routines, and HIPAA-compliant data handling.

Leadership, Mentorship & Team Management

Mentored and managed engineering teams of 4-6 developers through architecture reviews, structured code review practices, and technical debt management.
Aligned engineering, product, backend, and QA teams for predictable release delivery and sprint planning across multiple concurrent projects.
Introduced consistent engineering standards, coding guidelines, and quality gates that improved code quality and reduced production incidents by 50%.
Led technical project management including sprint planning, backlog grooming, stakeholder communication, and delivery coordination.
Conducted regular performance reviews, career development planning, and skill assessment for team members.
Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between design, backend, QA, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless product delivery.

Open Source Contributions & Published Libraries

7 React Native libraries published for production use cases across mobile and TV apps, with 2M+ downloads. Full repository list: github.com/orgs/logicwind/repositories

React Native Exit App — Controlled app-exit behavior for UX-critical Android and iOS flows
React Native Fold Detection — Device posture detection for adaptive layouts on foldable devices
React Native Matomo Tracker — Privacy-focused Matomo analytics integration for React Native products
React Native Status Bar Height — Reliable cross-platform status bar measurements for consistent UI rendering
React Native TV Keyboard — Keyboard interaction helpers optimized for TV navigation patterns
React Native In-App Update — In-app update prompts for smoother Android upgrade experiences
React Native TV SSL Pinning — Certificate pinning support for security-sensitive TV applications

Open Source Contributions: Active contributor to major React Native ecosystem projects including NativeBase, react-native-airplay-ios, react-native-music-control, and various performance optimization libraries.

Education, Certifications & Professional Development

BTech, Computer Engineering — Uka Tarsadia University (2015–2018), CGPA: 8.03
JavaScript Certified (JSE 40-01) — International JavaScript Institute (Aug 2022)
Microsoft 98-382, Introduction to Programming Using JavaScript — Microsoft (Jun 2020)
Introduction to JavaScript (Level 1) — Udemy (Jun 2021)
JavaScript Assessment — TestDome (Jun 2020 - Expired Jun 2023)
Professional Awards: Ace Employee of the Year (2021), Employee of the Year (2024)

Global Availability & Career Opportunities

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Open Roles: Software Architect, Engineering Manager, Senior Software Engineer, React Native Engineer, Roku Developer, OTT Engineer, Technical Lead, Principal Engineer
Work Arrangements: Remote, Hybrid, On-site opportunities globally
Industries of Interest: Fintech, Media Streaming, Healthcare, E-commerce, Education Technology, SaaS, Consumer Products