Ajay Narayana
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Experience
Jan 2020 - Present
4 years 7 monthsChief Executive Officer & Co-Founder
Alura Technologies
- Founded and grew a bootstrapped tech startup into a product-focused company with 10+ clients and 3 flagship platforms
- Architected and delivered modern SaaS platforms with integrated payment gateways (Stripe, Razorpay) for recurring billing and one-time transactions
- Drove research and development on cloud-native solutions and monetization models using secure, scalable APIs
- Managed product-market fit iterations, GTM strategy, and technical hiring
Jul 2017 - Dec 2020
3 years 6 monthsChief Technology Officer
OTS Consulting Services
- Established and led a 40-member delivery center for US-based Oil & Gas, BFSI and Healthcare clients
- Directed architectural modernization with Azure-based microservices, API security, and third-party payment integration
- Innovated client solutions using AI, IoT, and immersive technologies (AR/VR) while ensuring regulatory compliance
Jan 2005 - May 2017
11 years 5 monthsSenior Architect
Cognizant Technology Solutions
- Built enterprise-grade applications and data platforms for Fortune 500 clients, focusing on the BFSI and retail sectors
- Delivered proof-of-concepts integrating payment platforms into legacy systems using RESTful APIs
- Spearheaded agile transformation and DevOps practices across multi-location delivery teams
- Worked onsite with leading clients in the UK for 7+ years, mainly in the BFSI and retail sectors
Jun 2004 - Dec 2005
1 year 7 monthsSenior Software Engineer
Wipro Technologies
- Delivered end-to-end system design and development for multiple projects, receiving excellent client feedback
- Worked on RTOS using Embedded C and interfaced systems with MATLAB
Nov 2003 - Jun 2004
8 monthsSoftware Engineer
Silicus Technologies
- Implemented best practices in software development, design, and code reviews
- Contributed to all phases of development from requirements gathering to delivery
Mar 2002 - Oct 2003
1 year 8 monthsAnalyst Systems
Infinite Dimensions
- Designed and implemented hospital management systems and other IT solutions for hospitals
- Gained deep experience in usability, IT management, and system implementation
Summary
Innovative and strategic IT leader with 22+ years of experience across startups and enterprises. Proven record as CEO, CTO, and Architect in delivering scalable digital solutions, cloud-native systems, and modern application architectures. Skilled in full-stack development (.NET, Java), cloud (Azure, AWS), IoT, ML/AI, and Payment Gateway integrations including Stripe, Razorpay, and PayPal. Passionate about driving business growth through tech innovation, cross-functional leadership, and agile practices.
Languages
Kannada
Native
English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Education
Oct 1997 - Jun 2001
Mysore University
Bachelor of Engineering · Electronics & Communication · Mysuru, India
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