LIVERMORE, CA, January 08, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Sumit Thakur has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Thakur is a distinguished lead mobile engineer with Paramount, where he has been instrumental in leading mobile app development for Android platforms, including televisions and tablets. With 14 years of experience in the field, Mr. Thakur has honed his expertise in mobile development for Android devices, testifying to his dedication and skill. His role involves meeting with product managers to discuss feature requests and provide technical feedback, coding, managing a team, and ensuring the successful implementation of new features.
Mr. Thakur’s career journey began in 2011 as a software consultant at ValeTecK, a startup organization in India. He initially started as a Java developer under training before securing a full-time role. After two years, he moved to A1 Technologies Pvt. Ltd. in Mohali, Punjab, where he continued developing his software engineering skills from 2012 to 2014. In 2014, Mr. Thakur relocated to the United States with Mobile Programming LLC, where he served as a solutions architect until 2021. During this period, he engaged in contracts with various clients, including Samsung Electronics America and ResMed.
In 2017, Mr. Thakur joined CBS Interactive as a Mobile Software Engineer, initially working as a contractor. In 2021, he transitioned to a full-time role as Lead Mobile Engineer as the company rebranded to Paramount. His contributions have been instrumental in advancing the mobile engineering domain within the organization.
Mr. Thakur’s academic background includes a Master of Science in engineering management from California State University, East Bay, completed in 2021, and a Master’s in computer applications from the Academy of Management Studies in Dehradun, completed in 2011. These academic achievements have been fundamental to his professional success, providing him with the technical knowledge and management skills necessary for his roles.
In addition to his degrees, Mr. Thakur holds certifications such as Certified SAFe® 6 Product Owner/Product Manager and Certified SAFe® 5 Practitioner from Scaled Agile Inc., along with a product management certificate. These certifications underscore his commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Outside of his professional life, Mr. Thakur was born in Dehradun and is married to his wife, Shefali. They have two children, Saavi and Saarth. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, staying active through exercise and hiking, and exploring technology and business literature. Looking ahead, Mr. Thakur is dedicated to collaborating with his brother on various family-oriented initiatives aimed at fostering growth and development.
Mr. Thakur credits much of his success to the steadfast support of his family, particularly the wisdom and guidance of his elder brother and the enduring encouragement of his mother and late father, who played pivotal roles throughout his education and career. This strong familial foundation has been instrumental in shaping his achievements and remains a driving force as he strives to create meaningful impacts on others’ lives through technology.
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