Bhavin Gandhi

Led a team of 150+ engineers, SDETs, QA testers, SREs, and external vendors across 20+ cross-functional teams to launch iOS, Android, and Web applications in the UK. Worked with product directors and C-level executives to gain alignment on the program's objectives and developed an additional revenue stream of $5,000,000 per year.

Led more than 50 developers, graphic designers, software testers, project managers, and hardware engineers to launch three top-performing gaming products in the market. Owned and drove end-to-end delivery of these large-scale, cross-regional, and cross-functional initiatives to deliver high-quality gaming products.

Led a team of 40+ developers, QA engineers, project managers, engineering managers, and support engineers to develop and launch two progressive games in the US market. Managed all technical aspects of the product delivery, from establishing a strategic vision to leading 15+ cross-functional workstreams to launch the product.

Led and managed a team of 20+ engineers, business analysts, project managers, and QA testers to deliver a production line tool that completely transformed how 250+ production associates work every day.

Successfully spearheaded the establishment and growth of a dedicated engineering team consisting of over 30 highly skilled software developers. Additionally, I took the initiative to establish robust product development and project management practices within the company. By standardizing our Agile processes, we achieved greater predictability in project delivery, ensuring successful outcomes for our clients. Through these efforts, we were able to drive a substantial revenue stream of ₹560,000,000.

I spearheaded a large-scale program aimed at transitioning our platform from a PHP monolith application to a microservice-based architecture. Leading a diverse team of over 150 software developers, product leaders, design leads, QA testers, SREs, data scientists, and external vendors spread across 20+ cross-functional teams, we successfully migrated our 700,000+ monthly active users (MAUs) without any impact on revenue. This transformation facilitated the rapid launch of new experiments, significantly reducing the time from inception to implementation. Additionally, the new infrastructure played a crucial role in enhancing email engagement and overall productivity, leading to a substantial increase in revenue per member. Our focus on efficiency and data-driven decision-making resulted in a remarkable 12% improvement in the overall productivity of our members within just a year of the migration.

I played a pivotal role in assisting the founder of a healthcare tech company focused on simplifying the patient experience at primary care physicians. Throughout this venture, I provided extensive support to the founder, aiding in scoping the project, estimating costs for prototype and MVP development, facilitating connections with the development team, and overseeing the development of the MVP. Additionally, I took charge of building a software development team from scratch, leading the creation of prototypes and MVPs, and compiling necessary materials to support fundraising efforts. My involvement culminated in successfully securing $2 million in Series A funding for the healthcare application, as I collaborated with the founders in crafting a compelling pitch deck and effectively presenting the concept to venture capitalists (VCs).

Spearheaded the integration of two complex casino floor management systems: sbX and Advantage, which revolutionized the casino floor management experience. This project enabled dynamic game content updates and remote diagnostics for 300,000+ slot machines, ensuring uninterrupted service. Through meticulous planning and collaboration with 15+ cross-functional teams, the project achieved a notable 20% increase in system reliability. The comprehensive transition to the upgraded system further yielded a 22% improvement in process efficiency, resulting in significant annual savings of $2,500,000. Moreover, the project's success was underscored by a 40% reduction in average resolution time for technical issues, solidifying the company's reputation for reliable service and operational excellence.

I orchestrated the merger and acquisition of Double Down (an online gambling company) into the IGT portfolio, collaborating with over 50 cross-functional leaders to devise a comprehensive transition plan, assess the technological landscape, and seamlessly integrate their operational processes. This program led to the successful launch of 40+ popular land-based gaming titles on the social casino platform, significantly expanding the user base to 5.2 monthly active users (MAUs) and driving a remarkable 12% increase in user engagement. The heightened popularity of these new games on the social platform translated into a substantial 13% surge in the company's overall revenue. Within just one year of introducing these game titles to the online platform, the Double Down app achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the top-paid downloaded app on iPad, solidifying its position as a leader in the online gaming space.

I facilitated a comprehensive transition to Agile methodologies, addressing internal challenges with client management and project cost management. This strategic shift resulted in a notable 20% enhancement in delivery predictability over six months, streamlining project timelines and resource allocation. By fostering cross-functional collaboration and coaching teams to work more efficiently, we achieved a significant 16% increase in overall project velocity, enhancing the company's overall productivity and output. Furthermore, the implementation of Agile processes led to a commendable 32% increase in customer satisfaction, as indicated by surveys, attributable to improved transparency and enhanced visibility into project progress and deliverables.